Treating PTSD (Day 1-2) with Dr Leah Giarratano International online commencing on 1 October 2023 and ending on 31 January 2024
hosted byTalomin BooksTreating PTSD (Day 1-2) with Dr Leah Giarratano International online commencing on 1 October 2023 and ending on 31 January 2024 is organized by Talomin Books.
Description:
This two-day training presents a highly practical and interactive workshop (case-based) for treating traumatized patients; the content is applicable to both adult and adolescent populations. Techniques are largely cognitive-behavioral; they are best-practice, evidence-based, and will be immediately useful and effective for your clinical practice. The program includes handouts and numerous case examples. The emphasis is on imparting practical skills and up-to-date research in this area.
Day one topic include:
• What is PTSD? (diagnosis, epidemiology, comorbidity, spectrum of the disorder)
• Treatment maps and planning strategies
• Psychoeducation and motivation tips
• Analysing and targeting dysfunctional behaviors (e.g., substance abuse, self-harm)
• Arousal reduction strategies (including breathing retraining, grounding, and distraction tasks)
• An introduction to anger management
• Self-care for clinicians
Day Two topics include:
• Invivo exposure therapy (reducing avoidance behaviors)
• The fundamentals of exposure therapy for traumatic memories (prolonged imaginal exposure
• Cognitive challenging of negative self-statements related to the traumatic event
• Contraindications and complex case issues
• Treating traumatic nightmares
