Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Online Workshops
with
Robyn D. Walser, Ph.D
3 Nov 2023: Healing Trauma with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
10 Nov 2023: Using advanced ACT Processes to create behaviour change
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Workshop Times: 14h00 -18h30 (Via Zoom)
Cost: R1500 per workshop
4 CEUs Per Workshop
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Pay R2500 if you attend both workshops
Dive deep into the transformative world of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with two essential workshops!
1️⃣ Healing Trauma with ACT Unlock the power of ACT to heal trauma and foster resilience in those you serve.
2️⃣ Using Advanced ACT Processes to Create Behaviour Change Harness sophisticated techniques, guided by ACT expert Dr Robyn Walser, to catalyze profound behaviour change.
🔹 Ideal for beginners & seasoned therapists.
🔹 Cultivate a comprehensive ACT skillset.
🔹 Network & and learn from leading experts.
Presented by Robyn D. Walser, Ph.D
Dr. Robyn D. Walser is the Director of TL Consultation Services, Associate Director at the National Center for PTSD, and Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California, Berkeley. A licensed psychologist, she's internationally recognized for her work in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), authoring several books including "The Heart of ACT". Specializing in traumatic stress and substance abuse, Dr. Walser has been conducting ACT workshops since 1998 and is acclaimed for her dynamic and warm training sessions. Widely regarded as a clinician's clinician, she has presented her findings globally and remains dedicated to the innovative dissemination of ACT and other therapies.
Healing Trauma with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) has garnered recognition from the American Psychological Association as a research-backed therapeutic model adept at treating a range of conditions including Chronic Pain, Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Trauma related Disorders and Psychosis. At its core, ACT champions the acceptance of emotions and thoughts, while also emphasizing positive behavior change congruent with an individual’s values. This behavioral model seamlessly integrates verbal, experiential, and homework techniques, complemented by mindfulness practices. Such an approach allows clients to actively engage with, rather than avoid, their internal experiences like thoughts, feelings, and sensations without becoming entangled in them, facilitating meaningful and transformative choices.
Date: 3 November 2023
Time: 14:00-18:30
Cost: R1500 per Workshop
4 CEUs per Workshop
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is designed for psychologists, therapists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals who are interested in enhancing their therapeutic skills for addressing trauma. It is particularly beneficial for those who have a foundational understanding of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and are looking to deepen their expertise in applying ACT techniques specifically to trauma cases. Additionally, professionals who work in environments where trauma is prevalent, such as crisis intervention centres, care facilities, and trauma recovery centers, will find the content especially relevant.
Should I know ACT to attend this workshop?
This workshop is crafted for a spectrum of professionals, from those newly curious about Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to seasoned practitioners wanting to refine their skills. While prior experience with ACT can be beneficial, newcomers are most welcome. For those attending their first ACT workshop, a proactive approach to preparation can enhance the learning experience. We recommend delving into resources on psychological flexibility prior to the workshop. A few noteworthy resources include:
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A Liberated Mind: How to Pivot Toward What Matters by Steven Hayes
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ACT Made Simple: An Easy-to-Read Primer on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by Russ Harris
By familiarizing yourself with these resources, you'll be well-equipped to maximize the benefits of the workshop, regardless of your prior experience with ACT.
Using advanced ACT Processes to create behaviour change
Acceptance and commitment therapy employs a variety of verbal and experiential
processes and techniques to assist clients in making life-enhancing choices based on
personally held values.
The behavioural processes implemented in ACT may be learned and understood at many levels, yet they may also remain challenging to implement in a flexible, consistent, and effective fashion. Multiple levels of the process are present in any therapy, including intervention processes. Moving beyond simple technique and into a fluid ACT intervention requires attending to intrapersonal, interpersonal, and overarching and ongoing processes in the context of the therapy.
This workshop will be an intermediate to advanced training focusing on applying ACT to a broad range of issues from four levels of process (i.e. six core processes, interpersonal, intrapersonal,
overarching). It will include role-plays and guided skills development.
Participants will engage in exercises designed to refine and develop their ACT process skills attuning to the relationship and therapeutic stance. Didactics and discussion will be oriented to
increasing flexibility in the use of the core processes and consistent application of the
model.
Date: 10 November 2023
Time: 14:00-18:30
Cost: R1500 per Workshop
4 CEUs per Workshop
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is crafted for clinicians, therapists, psychologists, and other mental health practitioners who have an established grounding in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and are eager to advance their practice by integrating sophisticated ACT techniques. Whether you're in private practice, community mental health, or another clinical setting, this workshop will elevate your ACT skills to a masterful level. Those aiming to address a broad spectrum of behavioural challenges and seeking innovative strategies for promoting sustainable change will benefit immensely from Dr. Walser's expertise and the workshop's comprehensive content.
Should I know ACT to attend this workshop?
This workshop is crafted for a spectrum of professionals, from those newly curious about Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to seasoned practitioners wanting to refine their skills. While prior experience with ACT can be beneficial, newcomers are most welcome. For those attending their first ACT workshop, a proactive approach to preparation can enhance the learning experience. We recommend delving into resources on psychological flexibility prior to the workshop. A few noteworthy resources include:
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A Liberated Mind: How to Pivot Toward What Matters by Steven Hayes
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ACT Made Simple: An Easy-to-Read Primer on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by Russ Harris
By familiarizing yourself with these resources, you'll be well-equipped to maximize the benefits of the workshop, regardless of your prior experience with ACT.