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Live Webcast

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Injury, PTSD, Psychosis, and More


Faculty:
Sydney Kroll, PsyD
Duration:
7 Hours 30 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Product Code:
VLW020682
Brochure Code:
15385
Media Type:
Live Webcast
Access:
Access for 90 day(s) after program date.

Dates


Description

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a unique and innovative approach that helps clients to fundamentally change their relationship with their thoughts and feelings; to live in the present moment; to stop reacting and start responding; and to allow their values to guide them in a more rich and meaningful life. In ACT, clients utilize skills in mindfulness to accept the painful aspects of their lives while at the same time reducing the experiential avoidance that causes suffering. In other words, “Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.” Move your clients toward focusing on identifying what matters in their lives and taking actions in service of those values.

 

In this seminar, Sydney Kroll, PsyD, shares an introduction to the research and theory behind ACT so you can clearly articulate the empirical evidence for this model. Experiential and engaging activities are used throughout the course to illustrate specific techniques and concepts. Dr. Kroll shows you how to apply these strategies to virtually any client population. Walk away with the skills and tangible resources to use immediately in your practice for better client outcomes and a greater sense of purpose as a clinician. 

 


COURSE CONTENT

THE EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE

  • Relational frame theory (RFT)
  • Cognitive psychology
  • Third wave of behavioral interventions
  • Supporting evidence
  • Transdiagnostic nature of ACT

 

PSYCHOLOGICAL FLEXIBILITY

  • Hexaflex Model
  • Paradigm shift

 

PAIN VS. SUFFERING

  • Avoidance
  • Creative hopelessness
  • What’s the goal?

 

THE SIX CORE PROCESSES

  • Mindfulness
  • Cognitive defusion
  • Acceptance
  • Self-as-concept
  • Values
  • Committed actions

 

INTERVENTIONS

  • Practicing mindfulness (traditional and innovative strategies)
  • Teaching clients to get out of their minds
  • Presenting acceptance in a way people will accept
  • Exploring observing self
  • Values exploration
  • Making committed actions in service of values

 

APPLICATION ISSUES

  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Inpatient
  • Behavioral health settings
  • ACT and psychopharmacology issues

 

RESOURCES FOR FURTHER TRAINING

  • Collaboration and support
  • Formal trainings
  • Applying ACT in your unique settings

Credits



Handouts

Faculty

Sydney Kroll, PsyD Related seminars and products


SYDNEY KROLL, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist with the state of Texas and has worked in various settings, including corrections, university counseling centers, behavioral health, and the VA hospital for the past 15 years. A doctoral graduate in clinical psychology from Baylor University, Dr. Kroll has utilized Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in her clinical work with Veterans for the past decade and now in her private practice. In conjunction with her clinical experience, she has trained other professionals across the behavioral health spectrum in ACT, mindfulness-based psychotherapy, and other evidence-based practices. Currently, she serves on the Board of Trustees for both the Texas Psychological Association and Texas Psychological Foundation, as well as other local and state leadership roles. 


Additional Info

Program Information

Access Period for Live Webcast For live CE credit, you must watch the live webcast in its entirety at its scheduled time. You will have access for 90 days after the program for review.
Webcast Schedule

Please note: There will be a lunch and two 15-minute breaks; one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Lunch and break times will be announced by the speaker and at their discretion.


Target Audience

Psychologists, Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists , Social Workers, Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors , Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Case Managers, Pastoral Counselors

Reviews

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Overall:      4.4

Total Reviews: 27

Comments

Kathleen A - GEORGETOWN, Texas

"I enjoyed the course--the instructor really knows her topic."

Janice C - MENLO PARK, California

"Very interested in ACT"

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