Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Depression and Suicidality

Core 1

Learn the fundamentals of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for depression and suicidality through an experiential workshop at the Beck Institute. Led by Judith S. Beck, Ph.D. and Daniella Cortez Cavenagh, Ph.D., participants will learn how to conceptualize depressed patients, plan treatment based on an individualized conceptualization, establish the therapeutic relationship, instill hope, and use effective cognitive and behavioral strategies to motivate patients to complete homework, modify their maladaptive thinking and behavior, and solve problems on their own. Participants will learn how to elicit and respond to patients’ feedback, measure progress, and prevent relapse. The third day of training will address the ethical considerations when treating suicidal patients, identifying and assessing these patients, and implementing specific strategies for preventing and managing suicidal crises. A feature of the workshop is a special question and answer and role-play session with Dr. Aaron Beck. Participants are encouraged to prepare or have in mind cases for discussion or role-play.

This training is geared towards certification in CBT through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. CE/CMEs: 18 (includes 3 ethics credits)

All participants in our Core I workshop receive a complimentary Cognitive Therapy Worksheet Packet.

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Applicant Prerequisite:

Doctorate or master's degree in a mental health, medical or related field

Workshop Duration:

3 Days, Mon-Wed: 8:45am - 4:00pm

Workshop Location:

Beck Institute | Directions

Faculty:

Judith S. Beck, Ph.D., President
Beck Institute

Daniella Cortez Cavenagh, Ph.D.

Tuition:

$1200

CE/CME:

18 credits (includes 3 ethics credits)

Workshop Curriculum:

Day 1: Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Depression

  • Introduction and overview of CBT
  • The cognitive model of depression
  • Conceptualizing individual clients
  • Planning treatment
  • Engaging the patient and developing the therapeutic alliance
  • Setting goals
  • Experiential exercises

Day 2: CBT for Depression (part 2)

  • Structuring sessions
  • Identifying and responding to automatic thoughts and beliefs
  • Behavioral activation
  • Homework
  • Case conference

Day 3: CBT for Suicidality

  • Professional ethics of suicidality
  • Identifying and assessing suicidal patients
  • Strategies for preventing and managing suicidal crises
  • Experiential exercises

Trainees are awarded a letter verifying participation in this program.

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Upcoming Dates

Space is limited. Your payment, due upon acceptance, guarantees your space.

  • Jul 15–Jul 17 2013 Full
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