Overview:
Tailored to clinicians seeking to deepen their skills, this virtual 8-hour workshop will teach participants the core CBT skills to effectively treat insomnia. These skills will include psychoeducation, case conceptualization, sleep restriction, stimulus control, counterarousal skills (e.g., relaxation, worry scheduling), and cognitive strategies (e.g., identifying and challenging unhelpful beliefs about sleep).
Learning Objectives:
1. To learn about modifiable factors that impact sleep and perpetuate insomnia
2. To learn assessment and case conceptualization strategies for treating insomnia
3. To learn behavioural strategies for treating insomnia, such as sleep restriction, stimulus control, and counterarousal skills
4. To learn how to apply cognitive restructuring techniques
5. To discuss common barriers to patient adherence and how to overcome them
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)
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)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
For quick answers to common queries, please review our FAQ Section!
Location
Online event
Registration period
September 14, 2024 - 12:00 AM until May 22, 2025 - 11:59 PM
Contact us
If you have any questions, please contact CBTinfo@mcmaster.ca .