0159 - Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for Mental Health
Course Description
Hours: 12
Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is one of the most prevalent, widely-respected models used in psychotherapy today. The purpose of CBT is to improve mental health, relationships and goal attainment by using proven techniques and interventions to restructure and reframe ways we think about and respond to situations.
In this Professional Development course you will learn why cognitive behaviour therapy is one of the most reputable psychotherapy models, and you will leave understanding a few of the most core and life changing interventions this model offers. Key interventions from the model will be thoroughly introduced with case examples from a variety of professional settings. An overview and discussion of how to effectively adapt and informally apply interventions in these various professional settings will be included. This course will use a variety of adult learning methods including the use of lecture, live and video demonstrations, handouts and live coaching for competencies practice.
This course is designed for anyone who is not a psychotherapist but would like to understand how CBT can positively impact the mental health of the individuals you support in your professional role.
This course is designed for anyone who is not a clinician but would like to understand how CBT can positively impact our mental health.
Notes
For more information contact the Faculty of Social Work Professional Development office:
Email: fswprofessionaldevelopment@wlu.ca
Phone: 548-889-4967
Cancellations and Transfers
Be sure to carefully review our cancellation and transfer information before registering.
Website: wlu.ca/fswpd
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Mental Health in the Workplace Certificate : Mental Health in the Workplace