MOCT - Enhancing Parent Engagement in CBT for Childhood Anxiety Advanced Workshop (2025)

Overview:

Tailored to clinicians seeking to deepen their skills, this virtual 8-hour workshop is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop strategies to engage parents in the therapeutic process and enhance positive outcomes for parents with a child struggling with anxiety. It will equip participants with a toolkit to effectively involve parents in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for anxiety in children and overcome challenges parents may encounter during their child’s CBT treatment. It will explore the crucial role of parents in the CBT process and how to apply CBT skills outside of therapy sessions to better integrate coping mechanisms into daily life.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the significance of parental engagement in the CBT process for managing childhood anxiety and how it contributes to sustainable positive outcomes for both the parent and child.

2. Develop skills to facilitate open communication and collaboration among parents, therapists, and children, fostering a united effort toward overcoming anxiety.

3. Acquire techniques to empower parents in guiding their children through applying CBT skills in real-life situations, promoting continuous practice beyond therapy.

4. Identify common obstacles parents face during CBT and master strategies to address these challenges, ensuring a smoother therapeutic journey for both parents and children.

Hone Your Expertise: Advanced CBT Workshop Series

Explore our diverse selection of advanced workshop topics below, and choose one that best suits your learning needs!

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Chronic Pain

Depression

Enhancing Parent Engagement in CBT for Childhood Anxiety

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) 2 half-days format (February 2025)

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) 1 full-day format (June 2025)

Harm Reduction (Substance Use)

Insomnia

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Psychosis

Serious Medical Illness

Supporting the Transgender and Gender Diverse (TGD) Community

Key Highlights

Advanced Tracks: Virtual 8-hour workshops, offering flexible exploration of specific problems, treatment approaches, or working with diverse populations

Expert Faculty: Learn from seasoned experts who will provide practical insights and applicable advice to tackle real-world challenges in CBT.

Interactive Learning: Immerse yourself in interactive elements, including role-playing scenarios and in-class practice, to reinforce your understanding and boost your confidence.

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