Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants

Did you know that mental health and sleep are often linked? Sleep deprivation can contribute to adverse mental states and mental health disorders, and those who struggle with mental health disorders often struggle with #insomnia or other sleep disorders. Insufficient sleep is also linked to physical diseases including diabetes, heart disease and obesity. According to the CDC, adults need more than 7 hours of sleep per night, and adolescents need 8 to 10 hours of sleep per night — though about 1/3 of adults and more than 2/3 of adolescents in the U.S. reported getting less. As we #springforward out of #daylightsavingstime, take a moment to check out our tips for maintaining healthy sleep habits: ?? Avoid using electronics before bed ?? Create a bedtime routine of relaxing, electronic-free activities ?? Take a warm bath or shower before bed ? Try to go to sleep and wake up at around the same time every night ?? Use your bed only for sleep #awareness #sleep #sleepawareness #sleepawarenessweek #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters

Register for our SAGE II CBT eight-week skills and practice group for young adults with the goal of helping individuals tolerate and confront uncomfortable emotions.? It is designed to help young adults (age 18-30) with a range of anxiety and mood disorders (e.g., Panic w/ or w/o agoraphobia, OCD, GAD, SAD, PTSD, specific phobia, illness anxiety disorder, MDD), who are struggling to actively engage in their lives and activities that are important to them. These individuals may struggle to engage in daily living activities on their own and require significant support and accommodation from their families. This program is ideal for individuals who seek to reduce and overcome avoidance and are struggling to engage in exposure homework assignments and/or would benefit from increased exposures. #SAGE? #CBT? #confrontemotions?

#TipTuesday Setting SMART goals (specific, measureable, attainable, relevant, time limited) will lead to more success than choosing more vague goals "be healthier". (Dr. Rachel Busman, Senior Director, CBC). You can also watch a recent webinar given by Drs. Busman and Greene as part of the ADAA's public education series for more about goal setting: https://lnkd.in/eJsFWq3a

To Register for the 2025 CBT Comprehensive Training, please click here: https://lnkd.in/eXXMfcKx This intensive 5-day CBT training program was created by Dr. Lata McGinn in response to multiple requests from clinicians across the globe seeking a comprehensive workshop on cognitive and behavioral therapies. Now in its 12th year, this unique 5-day workshop covers the essentials for conceptualizing and treating patients using cognitive and behavioral therapies across disorders and ages. Clinicians who are looking to begin learning CBT or to supplement their learning previously done through self-study, workshops, or graduate studies find this 5-day workshop highly beneficial to increase their ability to apply CBT concepts and strategies in their current practice.? Clinicians learn through a combination of didactics, videos, demonstrations and role plays during the workshop. Clinicians also have the opportunity to receive ongoing consultation following the training.? CBC is an approved CE provider by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CBC is also an approved CE provider by the New York State Education Department’s State Board of Social Work ? to sponsor continuing education for social workers. The CBT Comprehensive also provides you with the? required hours of training in CBT needed to apply to become a Certified CBT Clinician through the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies.? Feedback from 2024 CBT-Comprehensive participants: “Wonderful!? This was my third CBC training and they continue to exceed my expectations.? I truly feel like a better clinician after each training” "It was an amazing training. Thank you for all your efforts and expertise" "This was such a valuable program. The clinical expertise of Dr. McGinn and other clinicians, thoughtful presentation of teaching materials, and engaging environment all contributed to a robust experience" "This 5 day virtual training was incredible....this course was excellent in explaining the background/history, the effectiveness, and the strategy framework of CBT"

On this day, we underscore the importance of teenage mental wellness. The cost of developing anxiety, depression and other mental health problems during this turbulent stage of life has significant and long-lasting effects that last well into adulthood. We encourage parents and schools to have open conversations with teens to learn and address the mental health challenges they face. Increased efforts to educate and destigmatize mental health issues and initiate prevention programs can alleviate the challenges our teens face on a daily basis and protect them from the ravages of mental illness in the future. #WorldTeenMentalWellness #selfcare. #seekhelp

Why do people engage in #selfharm? Many people who self-harm do so when they struggle to cope with difficult emotions. They often feel #overwhelmed and resort to physically injuring themselves in an effort to manage and control their mental distress. Common methods of self-harm include #cutting, #burning, and #bruising. While self-harm is not a mental health disorder, it is associated with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder (#PTSD) and personality disorders. People who engage in self-harm often also have an underlying trauma or mental health condition. Only about 50% of people who engage in self-harm seek help, and most often turn to a friend rather than to a professional. For self-harm awareness month this March, we at CBC recognize the prevalence of this behavior and want you to help us spread awareness. If you have the urge to self-harm, have engaged in self-harm or know someone who has, please reach out to a trained professional to learn how to manage and regulate emotions using CBT and DBT skills. #selfcompassion #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #awareness

To Register for the 2025 CBT Comprehensive Training, please click here: https://lnkd.in/eXXMfcKx This intensive 5-day CBT training program was created by Lata K. McGinn, PhD in response to multiple requests from clinicians across the globe seeking a comprehensive workshop on cognitive and behavioral therapies. Now in its 12th year, this unique 5-day workshop covers the essentials for conceptualizing and treating patients using cognitive and behavioral therapies across disorders and ages. Clinicians who are looking to begin learning CBT or to supplement their learning previously done through self-study, workshops, or graduate studies find this 5-day workshop highly beneficial to increase their ability to apply CBT concepts and strategies in their current practice.? Clinicians learn through a combination of didactics, videos, demonstrations and role plays during the workshop. Clinicians also have the opportunity to receive ongoing consultation following the training. CBC is an approved CE provider by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CBC is also an approved CE provider by the New York State Education Department’s State Board of Social Work ? to sponsor continuing education for social workers. The CBT Comprehensive also provides you with the? required hours of training in CBT needed to apply to become a Certified CBT Clinician through the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies. Feedback from 2024 CBT-Comprehensive participants: “Wonderful!? This was my third CBC training and they continue to exceed my expectations.? I truly feel like a better clinician after each training” "It was an amazing training. Thank you for all your efforts and expertise" "This was such a valuable program. The clinical expertise of Dr. McGinn and other clinicians, thoughtful presentation of teaching materials, and engaging environment all contributed to a robust experience" "This 5 day virtual training was incredible....this course was excellent in explaining the background/history, the effectiveness, and the strategy framework of CBT"

Next entry date is February 25th: Transitions for Parents of Young Adults, or TPYA, is a DBT skill-based parenting program that helps parents respond more effectively to their young adult children's more challenging emotions and behaviors. In addition to the skills taught, TPYA provides a built-in support network of other parents struggling with young adults who have not launched as hoped or expected, thus reducing feelings of isolation in parents. The young adults do not need to be in treatment, though this group was designed as a companion program to CBC's SAGE program.? Scan barcode in flyer below or click here for more details: https://lnkd.in/dYNVBXq8 TPYA meets Tuesday mornings (virtually) from 9:30-11:00am (EST), for 14 weeks, with entry points every 7 weeks. The next entry point is on Tuesday, February 25th.? #SAGE #TPYA #challengingemotions

There is still time to register for our upcoming virtual Winter/Spring Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) group, starting next week on February 24th. See info & registration link here: https://lnkd.in/ezBSVsxu The group will meet weekly (virtual) for 10 weeks, starting Monday, February 24th from 11:45am - 1:00pm (EST). The group is indicated for and open to any #parents of children (4-18) with anxiety, including separation anxiety, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. #SPACE #anxiety #phobias

According to the CDC, loneliness is associated with several physical and mental health disorders, including higher rates of depression, anxiety, suicide and physical health disorders, especially among older adults. This Valentine's Day, we recognize that feelings of #loneliness are widespread. If you're feeling especially #lonely this Valentine's day, remember that you are not alone and that you can reach out and seek help to combat loneliness! #ValentinesDay #YouAreNotAlone #LoveYourself #LoveYourFriends #LoveYourCommunity