Overview
In this course, students will explore anxiety disorders and the use of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) in treating anxiety. This course will explore how CBT targets behaviour and thought change, which in turn alter emotions and reactions.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Explain what anxiety is, and the different ways anxiety can present itself in different people
- Define Generalized Anxiety Disorder, social anxiety as well as phobias
- Apply the theoretical principles of CBT to the treatment of anxiety disorders
- Explore specific CBT methods used to treat anxiety, such as exposure and cognitive therapy
- Explore how an individual's thoughts and behaviour can generate feelings of anxiety
- Explain the concept of avoidance and avoidance behaviours
- Identify the process of challenging one’s negative thoughts
- Identify what an anxiety plan is and how to create an individualized anxiety plan
- Identify the process of creating new thoughts and action plans
Admission Requirements
None
Instructors
Subject to change without notice
Patricia Ward
Patricia Ward began her journey into social services at 12 years old after volunteering one summer at a local institution with children that had disabilities. Her education includes a Developmental Services Worker Diploma, Bachelor of Social Work, and Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is also an active member of the Canadian Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies.
For over 30 years, Patricia has worked in a variety of social service positions. She started in the disability field and has worked in education, residential and day services, childcare, and clinical case management. After leaving the disability field, she worked in child protection and mental health. She currently works as a career counsellor with single parents on social assistance.
Patricia has been a college instructor at a private vocational college for over five years and enjoyed it so much that she started working towards her certificate in adult learning. She believes that trained workers are the key to positive change in the social services field. Patricia is starting her own business as a Transformational Trauma-Informed coach helping clients heal through career changes and travel experiences. She heads outside for hiking or paddleboarding in her spare time, and her dream is to travel to as many countries as possible in the next ten years.
Jackie Kamrowski
Jackie’s passion for education began in her Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis-Autism and continued throughout her Master’s of Applied Psychology. As a Registered Psychologist, Jackie specializes in psychoeducational assessments, and individual and couples’ therapy. Jackie started her career working with children and families with autism, which led her to work for over 6 years in the school system providing behavioural support as well as assessment and counselling services to ages 3 years old to 18 years old. Jackie now runs a successful private practice. When not working, Jackie is with her family, baking, spending time outdoors, travelling, or enjoying a delicious latte.
Dates
Online
Part-Time:
- April 19, 2023 – July 05, 2023
- Students must devote at least 3 hours per week to attend live webinars
- Webinars will be held Wednesdays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm PST
- Outside of live instructional periods, students will be expected to take part in various independent and/or group activities
Required Materials
- Anxiety and Stress Management. Authors: Trevor J. Powell; Simon J. Enright. Publisher: Routledge. Print ISBN: 9781138925236, 1138925233, eText ISBN: 9781317407447, 131740744X
Fees
The registration fee for this course is $899.
Technical Requirements
Live Online Students
Ashton College uses web conferencing tools for conducting online classes and online learning management systems for managing resources, assignments, and grades. These tools help instructors and students connect live online as well as asynchronously. The basic requirements for online learning include a computer, webcam, speakers, and a microphone or a headset and headphones, along with a reliable internet connection. Though online learning can be pursued using smartphones and tablets, the use of laptops or desktop computers is encouraged for an enhanced learning experience.
This course does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Branch of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training. As such, it was not reviewed.
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