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To validate the achievement of the learning objectives, a final evaluation in the form of true/false questions is required. It must be completed in order to obtain the certificate of completion. In addition, an optional self-assessment is offered at the beginning and end of the course, allowing you to measure your progress on the targeted skills.

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Course: CBT for Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Overview

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is unique among anxiety disorders for its pervasive and shifting nature. Clients often describe their worry as uncontrollable, with new concerns arising as quickly as others are resolved. Treating GAD can feel like chasing a moving target.

This workshop, facilitated by Dr. Deborah Schwartzman, an experienced clinical psychologist, is thoughtfully designed for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in addressing the complexities of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Through a structured Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) protocol, participants will develop the skills to assess, conceptualize, and design effective, personalized treatment plans tailored to clients with GAD.

The workshop covers essential components, including anxiety-management and attention-control training to regulate physiological arousal and enhance concentration, cognitive interventions to identify and modify distorted thoughts and schemas, and exposure interventions to gradually confront and desensitize clients to anxiety-provoking stimuli.

Participants will also learn evidence-based behavioral strategies to foster adaptive coping skills and establish behaviors aligned with the clients' values, and implement relapse prevention techniques to maintain therapeutic progress.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be equipped with practical, evidence-based tools to deliver effective, individualized CBT interventions, ultimately enhancing the long-term mental health and well-being of their clients.

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3h30 of continuing education
27 lessons that last from 5 to 15 minutes each
1 certificate of achievement
1 PowerPoint
1 bibliography
1 course evaluation
7-day money back guarantee
Unlimited access
97% of participants who completed the satisfaction survey declare they would recommend this course to a colleague

Accreditation

Ordre des Psychologues du Québec

Canadian Psychological Association

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Collège des médecins du Québec

For physicians who practice psychotherapy, training recognized by the Ordre des psychologues du Québec is automatically considered as activities adopted by the Collège des médecins, in accordance with Article 3 of the Regulation.

For physicians who do not practice psychotherapy, the College evaluates each recognition request based on the following criteria:

the relevance of the activity to the practice of the profession
the skills and experience of the trainer
the quality of the content and its adequacy with the physician's practice
the pedagogical framework of the activity
the quality of the documentation provided
compliance with the training objectives set out in the regulation
the presence of a certificate of participation or an evaluation

About the expert

Dr. Deborah Schwartzman, psychologist, is an experienced psychologist who provides clinical services to a wide variety of clients and patients. She however specializes in providing support and treatment for individuals struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, and mood disorders.

She has extensive research and clinical experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), a well-established and evidence-based approach. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Schwartzman provides clinical training and supervision to graduate students and interns as well as mental health professionals.

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Learning objectives

Conduct a comprehensive assessment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and associated comorbidities
Develop a CBT case conceptualization for GAD, integrating core beliefs, cognitive distortions, and relevant psychosocial factors to inform a personalized treatment plan
Implement the most effective CBT interventions for GAD

Learning material

A theoretical course illustrated with clinical examples. This course is composed of videos of 5 to 15 minutes each. The PowerPoint of the course to download.

Syllabus

PowerPoint
1. Introduction
What is GAD?
2. Worry, Fear, and Anxiety
3. Understanding GAD- Prevalence, Onset, and Key Factors
4. Maintaining Factors, Impact, and Comorbidities
5. CBT and Medication
6. Differential Diagnosis
7. Assessment Instruments
8. CBT Model and Treatment Components
Managing General Anxiety: Education, Monitoring, and Techniques
9. Psychoeducation
10. Symptom Monitoring
11. Anxiety-Management & Attention-Control Training
12. Additional Strategies
Cognitive Interventions
13. Interventions for Current Problems
14. Interventions for Hypothetical Worries
15. Identifying Cognitive Distortions
16. Identifying Schemas
17. Example- Challenging Positive Beliefs About Worry
18. Example- Challenging Negative Beliefs About Worry
Behavioral Interventions: Safety Behaviors, Avoidance & In-Vivo Exposure
19. Identifying Safety Behaviors
20. Identifying Exposure Situations
21. In-Vivo Exposure
22. Additional Considerations for In-Vivo Exposure
23. Additional Behavioral Interventions
24. Additional Skills Training and Values-Based Goals
25. Long-Term Management of GAD, Relapse Prevention & Termination
26. Case Example
27. Conclusion
Bibliography

CE Credits

Download a certificate of successful completion.

Audience

This course is intended for mental health professionals.

Your comments

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Registration

$128.00 - Individual price Group price

Download the program

3h30 of continuing education
27 lessons that last from 5 to 15 minutes each
1 certificate of achievement
1 PowerPoint
1 bibliography
1 course evaluation
7-day money back guarantee
Unlimited access

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Frequently asked questions

Is there an evaluation at the end of the course?

To validate the achievement of the learning objectives, a final evaluation in the form of true/false questions is required. It must be completed in order to obtain the certificate of completion.

In addition, an optional self-assessment is offered at the beginning and end of the course, allowing you to measure your progress on the targeted skills.

These evaluations are not graded and are intended primarily to support your professional reflection.
How long do I have access to the course?

After your registration, the course is accessible anytime and from anywhere with unlimited access.
When does the course start?

That is entirely up to you! When you buy a course, you'll receive an access link that you can activate when you want.
Is there a student rate?

Yes there is! Learn more and request your student discount.

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CBT for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Clinician’s Guide

Dr. Deborah Schwartzman, Psychologist