Foundations in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Foundations in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

  • Formats:

    Online

  • Duration:24 hours
  • Registration Fee:

    $899

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Start Date

Online

Part-Time:Sept 9, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024

Schedule:
Webinars are held Mondays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm PST

This course has been approved for 18 CEU hours through the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation

 

Unlock the Power of CBT: Master Evidence-Based Techniques for Better Mental Health!

Ready to take control of your mental well-being? This course delves into the world of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), an effective and widely used approach to treating anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.

What You'll Discover:

  • The Foundations of CBT: We'll explore the history and theoretical underpinnings of CBT, giving you a solid understanding of its core principles.
  • Beyond Therapy Techniques: This course goes beyond simply learning techniques. We'll delve into the crucial skill of building strong client relationships, fostering a safe and supportive environment for healing.
  • Evidence-Based Practices: Learn about practice-based evidence, ensuring the interventions you use are backed by research and proven to be effective.

Develop Practical Skills:

This course isn't just about theory. You'll gain the practical skills you need to apply CBT in various situations, including:

  • Client Assessments: Conduct thorough client screenings, intakes, and assessments to develop personalized treatment plans.
  • Education and Empowerment: Equip yourself to effectively educate clients and their families about CBT and its benefits.
  • Case Management: Develop strategies for effective case management, ensuring ongoing support for your clients.
  • Crisis Intervention Techniques: Learn effective tools to support clients during moments of crisis.
  • Tailored Treatment Plans: Create specific and measurable treatment plans for addressing depression and anxiety.
  • Skill-Building Techniques: Discover how to empower clients with practical skills for managing their mental health long-term.

Ready to Make a Difference?

By understanding the core principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and developing practical skills, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to help yourself and others achieve lasting mental well-being. Enroll today and unlock the power of CBT!

Admission Requirements

None

Instructors

Subject to change without notice

Michelle Hildebrandt

Michelle Hildebrandt has been working in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis since 2016 and has been a Registered Behaviour Technician since 2018. She is currently pursuing her Master’s Degree at Western University in Professional Education with a specialization in Applied Behaviour Analysis. Michelle has worked with both children and adults diagnosed with developmental disabilities. She currently works at a day centre providing behaviour-analytic services to adults diagnosed with ASD. Her teaching methodology is to inspire her students through her passion for ABA and its efficacy in fostering meaningful independence and improving lives.

 

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.

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 paddle boarding in her spare time, and her dream is to travel to as many countries as possible in the next ten years.

Chantal Durelle

Chantal Durelle is a Certified Therapist, Group Facilitator, and Teacher who has completed a Bachelor of Education and a Master’s in Counseling from the University of Moncton. For the last 15 years, Chantal has worked with school-aged children, adolescents, and adults, and she is currently employed as a Certified Therapist with the Child and Youth Team within the Anglophone East School District. Her professional interests include learning and practicing Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic strategies, particularly in the treatment of anxiety disorders and trauma.

When supporting clients, Chantal focuses on the here-and-now. She helps her clients examine how they make sense of what is happening around them and how these perceptions affect the way they feel. When she is not working with clients, Chantal enjoys spending time with her 3 children and traveling.

 

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Fees

The registration fee for this course is $899.

Note: Tuition fees do not include the cost of the required textbooks. The textbook fee is approximately $62.00

Ashton College does not sell textbooks directly. Students are required to purchase their textbooks through third-party vendors.

Technical Requirements

Get the Best of Both Worlds: Live and Asynchronous Learning at Ashton College

Ashton College understands that everyone learns differently, which is why we offer a unique blended learning approach for our live online courses. This approach combines the real-time interaction and immediate feedback of live sessions with the flexibility and self-paced learning of asynchronous materials.

Experience the benefits of both worlds:

Live Online Sessions:

Interact with instructors and classmates in real-time using interactive sessions, breakout rooms, and screen sharing.

Get instant feedback and ask questions for a deeper understanding.

Asynchronous Learning:

Learn at your own pace with recorded lectures, online readings, and discussion forums.

Review materials as needed and revisit difficult concepts for better comprehension.

We encourage you to participate in both components to maximize your learning experience:

Enjoy the interactivity and community of live sessions.

Benefit from the flexibility of studying at your own pace.

Technical Requirements:

Computer System: Fully functional computer with webcam, speakers, and microphone (headset recommended).

Internet Connection: Reliable high-speed internet connection.

Device: While accessible on smartphones and tablets, we recommend using a laptop or desktop computer for a better 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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