MOCT - CBT and Serious Medical Illness Advanced Workshop (2025)

Overview:

Tailored to clinicians seeking to deepen their skills, this virtual 8-hour workshop will teach integrative CBT skills to address anxiety symptoms associated with the diagnosis and treatment of a serious illness, such as cancer. An overview of common illness adjustment concerns and considerations for case conceptualization will be presented. Skills taught will include psychoeducation, cognitive restructuring, behavioural exposures, energy conservation, emotional management and interpersonal effectiveness to improve coping with and management of serious illnesses.

Learning Objectives:

1. To understand common psychosocial concerns associated with the diagnosis of a serious medical illness.

2. To learn assessment and case formation approaches for addressing illness adjustment concerns.

3. To apply integrative CBT skills for addressing anxiety and emotional distress associated with a diagnosis of a serious medical illness

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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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