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Mental compulsions are just as devastating as physical compulsions when it comes to interfering in the life of a person with OCD. While many people are familiar with OCD in the sense of what they see in movies or TV shows (i.e., people washing their hands, straightening things, and checking the locks or the stove), there is another side of OCD that is not often acknowledged - the mental compulsion. Sometimes referred to as Pure O, OCD with only (or primarily) mental compulsions is common and can be difficult to treat if you are not trained in identifying how mental compulsions manifest themselves. This workshop will focus on how to bring Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to bear on mental compulsions. Through a thorough review of the various subtypes of OCD, the presenters will give examples of the way mental compulsions can play a role in the maintenance of OCD and then discuss how to develop ERP exercises to specifically challenge those mental compulsions, to decrease the influence of OCD in the life of the sufferer. Presented by: Patrick McGrath, Ph.D., ACERP, CERP-P & Jon Hershfield, LMFT, ACERP, CERP-P Date: Fri, May 16, 2025 Time: 2:00pm - 5:15pm Eastern Time CE Hours: 3 Core (for Psychologists, Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/emar7eN8 #OCD #ERP #obsessivecompulsivedisorder #exposureandresponseprevention #anxiety #compulsions #pureO #APAapproved #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #psychologistceus #MFTceus

This presentation offers an alternative interpretation of patients’ apparent resistance, termed pathological ambivalence, which is rooted in early experience, biological functioning, and psychological narrative. These factors result in the development of strong but conflicting needs (such as wanting connection and fearing rejection) that can slow down, confuse, or even halt the therapeutic process. This workshop will offer a framework to utilize specific strategies from a wide variety of evidence based treatments that enable the patient to resolve the ambivalence thus minimizing the likelihood that the therapy and/or therapist will become the target of the ambivalence. Case examples and experiential learning will also be utilized to educate the participants to sidestep power struggles, projections and splitting and to empower clients to resolve ambivalence from within. Early price ends THIS FRIDAY, 3/21 at 5:00pm Eastern Time! Presented by: Linda Buchanan, Ph.D. Date: Fri, Apr 4, 2025 Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time CE Hours: 5 Core (for Psychologists, Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/ebxDSvVF #ambivalentclients #pathologicalambivalence #resistantclients #borderline #resistant #oppositional #unmotivated #narrative #narrativetherapy #APAapproved #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #psychologistceus #MFTceus

Despite the diversity of content that brings clients to therapy, difficulty regulating their emotional experience is at the heart of their struggles. Clients can feel hijacked by extreme emotional states, uncomfortable in their own skin, or think or behave in ways they wish they wouldn’t. Polyvagal Theory (PVT) helps us understand what is happening on a biological level when our clients are emotionally dysregulated or stuck in adaptive survival states, such as fight, flight, freeze, or numb. Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) offers a compassionate, non-pathologizing approach to healing the wounded, burdened, and traumatized parts of clients’ systems and increasing internal harmony and connection. This workshop explores the integration of IFS therapy and Polyvagal Theory to help clinicians more safely and effectively use the IFS model in treatment. Presented by: Alexia Rothman, Ph.D. Date: Fri, May 9, 2025 Time: 10:30am-5:30pm Eastern Time CE Hours: 6 Core (for Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/exuhyVqB #IFS #internalfamilysystems #parts #self #PVT #polyvagaltheory #polyvagal #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #MFTceus

Join published author and internationally-renowned OCD expert Shala Nicely, LPC for a brand-new workshop! Have you ever found that doing exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP) with clients who have OCD can become a little more complicated than you initially expected … and that you and/or the client end up feeling a little stuck as a result? If so, you’re not alone! The science of ERP, the evidence-based therapy for OCD, is relatively straightforward—clients learn to tolerate uncertainty by repeatedly facing their fears (exposure) without doing compulsions (response prevention). However, the art of implementing ERP is often quite subtle and can make a big difference in a client’s ability to reclaim their lives. In this workshop, we’ll dive into these subtleties at every stage of treatment so you can set your clients with OCD up for ERP success. Presented by: Shala Nicely, LPC Date: Fri, Apr 11, 2025 Time: 10:30am-5:30pm Eastern Time CE Hours: 6 Core (for Psychologists, Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/df2XS48B #OCD #obsessivecompulsivedisorder #anxiety #ERP #exposureandresponseprevention #APAapproved #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #psychologistceus #MFTceus

Most clients' happiness depends on their relationships. And most clients go into therapy to process difficulties with their partners, families, colleagues, or friends. Various schools of couples therapy can enhance your ability to help your clients – whether you work with individuals, couples, or both. In this workshop, you will learn the most important contributions of Harville Hendrix, John Gottman, Sue Johnson, and Terry Real. Their ideas will give you new ways to understand your client’s difficulties and new ways to help your clients have more fulfilling lives. The experts in couples therapy can help you become a better therapist for relationship issues. You’ll get a vital overview – and a highly useable set of models and tools – in this one-day workshop. Early price ends THIS FRIDAY, March 14th at 5:00pm Eastern Time! Presented by: David Woodsfellow, Ph.D. Date: Fri, Mar 28, 2025 Time: 11:00am-5:00pm Eastern Time CE Hours: 5 Core (for Psychologists, Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/eE4c45HN #couplestherapy #couplescounseling #harvillehendrix #johngottman #suejohnson #terryreal #APAapproved #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #psychologistceus #MFTceus

Are you ready to turn Instagram into a powerful tool for diversifying your income and impact? Join Arias for an interactive workshop designed to help you unlock Instagram's full potential. With a proven track record of helping therapists increase their visibility, drive website traffic, and boost revenue, Arias makes the process approachable, sustainable, and exciting. Through real-world examples and practical tips, you'll learn how to connect with your ideal clients, make the most of your time, and transform social media into a natural extension of your business. Whether you're looking to promote one-on-one services, group coaching programs, book sales, or speaking gigs, this workshop will help you feel more confident using Instagram to set yourself apart. Arias' passion for Instagram and results-driven approach have helped countless therapists grow their businesses. Now, it's your turn. Let her show you how to use Instagram to share your expertise, expand your reach, connect with others, and achieve your business goals. Early price ends THIS FRIDAY, March 14th at 5:00pm Eastern Time! Presented by: Arias Collins Date: Thurs, Mar 27, 2025 Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm Eastern Time CE Hours: 2 Core or Related (for Psychologists, Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/gt_QHSPa #marketing #onlinemarketing #socialmediamarketing #instagram #instagrammarketing #practicegrowth #APAapproved #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #psychologistceus #MFTceus

IFS is an evidence-based model of psychotherapy that provides a compassionate, respectful, non-pathologizing approach to understanding the organization and functioning of the human psyche. It provides therapists with a powerful and effective set of tools for empowering clients with a wide range of clinical profiles to heal the wounded and burdened parts of their internal systems, resulting in increased internal harmony, symptom reduction, and improved functioning. In this workshop, participants who are already familiar with the basic principles of IFS will deepen their understanding of the IFS approach to key elements of treatment, including the presence of the therapist, direct access, and working with polarizations between Parts, all of which are essential for effectively treating trauma survivors. Additionally, special focus will be given to conceptualizing and working with addictive processes using IFS techniques. Presented by: Alexia Rothman, Ph.D. Date: Fri, May 2, 2025 Time: 10:30am - 5:30pm?Eastern Time CE Hours: 6 Core (for Psychologists, Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/eM4MkM6J #IFS #internalfamilysystems #parts #self #addiction #burdens #presence #polarizations #APAapproved #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #psychologistceus #MFTceus

This presentation offers an alternative interpretation of patients’ apparent resistance, termed pathological ambivalence, which is rooted in early experience, biological functioning, and psychological narrative. These factors result in the development of strong but conflicting needs (such as wanting connection and fearing rejection) that can slow down, confuse, or even halt the therapeutic process. This workshop will offer a framework to utilize specific strategies from a wide variety of evidence based treatments that enable the patient to resolve the ambivalence thus minimizing the likelihood that the therapy and/or therapist will become the target of the ambivalence. Case examples and experiential learning will also be utilized to educate the participants to sidestep power struggles, projections and splitting and to empower clients to resolve ambivalence from within. Presented by: Linda Buchanan, Ph.D. Date: Fri, Apr 4, 2025 Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time CE Hours: 5 Core (for Psychologists, Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/ebxDSvVF #ambivalentclients #pathologicalambivalence #resistantclients #borderline #resistant #oppositional #unmotivated #narrative #narrativetherapy #APAapproved #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #psychologistceus #MFTceus

Working with children and teens can present unique challenges that require knowledge, sensitivity, and skill. This comprehensive continuing education workshop will offer crucial insights into the ethical, legal, and practical challenges therapists face when working with minors. We will explore a range of topics, including record-keeping, counselor competence, privacy concerns with teens, managing family dynamics in divorce and custody cases, dual relationships, mandated reporting, and navigating cultural or religious values that influence parenting. Throughout the workshop, we will also address tricky topics with young children, such as answering personal questions, the disclosure of family secrets, inappropriate touching and boundaries, exposure to adult media, and concerning themes in their play or art. With humor and light-hearted fun sprinkled throughout, we will provide therapists with the necessary tools to navigate these complex situations competently and confidently. Early price ends THIS FRIDAY, 3/7 at 5:00pm Eastern Time! Presented by: Ashley Tolleson, Ph.D. & Terris Hagan, LPC Date: Fri., Mar. 21, 2025 Time: 11:00am-5:00pm Eastern Time CE Hours: 5 Ethics or Core (for Psychologists, Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/ei6mzNau #ethics #minors #kids #teens #APAapproved #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #psychologistceus #MFTceus

Do you have perfectionistic clients that need your help? If you want to deepen your understanding of perfectionism through an ACT lens, enhance your case conceptualization skills, and learn actionable tools to increase psychological flexibility, this workshop is for you! This advanced, interactive workshop is the perfect follow-up to the foundation laid in our previous session, ACT for Perfectionism, which you may still take on-demand on our website. In this workshop, we’ll dive deep into the complex nature of perfectionism, offering a comprehensive ACT framework for treating it effectively. You’ll leave with practical skills to use in your clinical work, whether you’re dealing with clients who are struggling with rigid standards, conditional self-worth, or an inability to tolerate any perceived failures. Presented by: Melissa Stringer, LPC & Diana Garcia, LMHC Date: Fri, Apr. 25, 2025 Time: 11:00am-5:00pm Eastern Time CE Hours: 5 Core (for Psychologists, Counselors, SWs, & MFTs) For more info and to sign up, please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/eZvRPSHF #ACT #acceptanceandcommitmenttherapy #perfectionism #APAapproved #NBCCapproved #therapycontinuingeducation #therapyworkshops #socialworkerceus #counselorceus #psychologistceus #MFTceus