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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a treatment developed by Marcia Linehan, Ph.D. for clients traditionally diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Individuals with a Borderline diagnosis have often become stigmatized by mental health systems as “difficult” due to what appears to be extremes in mood and behavior, suicidal and para-suicidal gestures and frequent hospitalizations. Dr. Linehan has looked closely at this and reconceptualized the diagnosis as a ‘pervasive disorder of the emotion regulation system”. This program will look closer at this reconceptualization of BPD to help people see that what is often seen as negative behaviors are actually an individual’s desperate attempt to re-regulate and alleviate some pain and misery and that these behaviors have been learned in the absence of more effective skills. This program will also explore Dialectical Behavior Therapy in more detail and see how it addresses the issues faced by individuals with BPD and the people who try to help them. By looking at the theoretical underpinnings of this treatment (a unique combination of behavior therapy, Zen principles such as mindfulness, and dialectical philosophy) as well as some of the main structural components and tools of DBT, participants will learn ways to more effectively work with challenging clients and avoid power struggles and the frustrations which often lead to burn out. This program is aimed at being accessible for clinicians at all skill levels. FACULTY: Alisa Kriegel, PhD, is currently in private practice and serves as an Adjunct Professor for Argosy University in Phoenix, Arizona. Over the past 20 years she has worked in a broad spectrum of mental health settings including inpatient hospitals, psychiatric day programs, school-based mental health, outpatient clinics and substance abuse treatment facilities in New York and California. Recently she worked for San Mateo County’s behavioral health system as their first Training Director; prior to that she ran their well-regarded Intern Training Program. In 2001 she received training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and helped begin a DBT program in San Mateo where she worked with clients and colleagues using DBT until 2008. She has provided training and consultation in DBT to individuals and mental health systems throughout Northern California.PROGRAM OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:
INTENDED AUDIENCE: Psychologists, social workers, licensed professional counselors, addiction therapists, psychiatric nurses, chaplains, and other mental health professionals. AGENDA: 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Registration, Sign-In, and Introductions
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Borderline Personality Disorder Reconceptualized 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM Morning Break
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Introduction to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Lunch (on your own)
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Structure of DBT
and its Three Main Components 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM Afternoon Break
2:45 PM - 4:30 PM
DBT Strategies, Therapist Attitudes, and Tools for 4:30 PM Program Closing and Evaluation CONTINUING EDUCATION: The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) certifies this program for 6 contact hours. A certificate of attendance will be awarded. [ APA ] – The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. SEC maintains responsibility for the program and its content. This program provides 6 CE credits. [ ASWB ] – VA Employee Education System, Provider Number 1040, is approved as a provider for continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards 400 South Ridge Parkway, Suite B, Culpeper, VA 22701. www.aswb.org. ASWB Approval Period: 4/7/07 - 4/1/10. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval. Social workers will receive 6 continuing education clock hours in participating in this course. [ NBCC ] – The VA Employee Education System is approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) to offer continuing education accreditation for National Certified and Licensed Counselors. We adhere to NBCC Continuing Education Guidelines. This program is approved for 6 contact hours. Provider #5927. [ CNE ] – The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider # CEP 11270. This program is approved for 6 contact hours.
REGISTRATION:
Registration fee is $120.00. Fee for full-time VA employees is
$18.00. Includes continental breakfast, break refreshments, and
course material. Credit card registrations may be faxed to (928)
776-6137. Registration is not complete until payment received.
Space is limited so please register early. Refunds, minus a $15
processing fee, will be made until thee days prior to the program.
No refunds will be made after this date. There will a $20.00
processing fee for any returned checks. |
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