0120 - Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for Children and Adolescents
Course Description
Hours: 12
Come learn six of the most important cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) interventions for children and adolescents, and how to deliver these in adaptive and creative ways. Receive an introduction to the CBT model, Cool Connections, My Mind Movies (cognitive narratives), Stinking Thinking (cognitive distortions), Imagery and Victory Ladders (exposure response prevention). You will also briefly learn how to best incorporate caregivers into the treatment process. If you are looking for an informative, creative professional development course on how to use some of the best evidence-based techniques with children, adolescents and their caregivers, this is the course for you.
Notes
For more information contact the Faculty of Social Work Professional Development office:
Email: fswprofessionaldevelopment@wlu.ca
Phone: 548-889-5128
Cancellations and Transfers
Be sure to carefully review our cancellation and transfer information before registering.
Website: wlu.ca/fswpd
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Child and Youth Mental Health Certificate : Child and Youth Mental Health Certificate
This course has already taken place for the current academic year (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025).
The 2025/2026 Faculty of Social Work Professional Development course dates will be posted on this website on July 3, 2025.