NOTE: The seminar manual, CE information, and CE test are contained on disc #1 in PDF format. To access these documents, play disc #1 in your computer. For the video presentation, begin playing disc #1 in a standard DVD player.
Dramatically improve treatment outcomes!
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10 evidence-based treatment techniques that really work!
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Properly assess for the four types of depression
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Use the right technique for clients with PTSD, trauma & attachment failures
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Diminish symptoms and correct the underlying cause
Clinical psychologist, best-selling author and depression expert Dr. Margaret Wehrenberg’s much praised seminar will revolutionize your approach to treating depression. Dr. Wehrenberg will give you a clear understanding of the neurobiology of depression, the criteria to assess for the four depression types, and then a menu of 10 evidence-based treatment techniques to apply to the four depression types:
Increase your effectiveness and find the best treatment for your client by properly assessing for the underlying cause, identifying the type of depression and selecting the right evidence-based technique to help the client heal.
Dr. Wehrenberg is known for her engaging teaching style, her lively discussions, use of case studies and her humor. She is a much sought-after presenter on anxiety and depression across the country and the author of The Anxious Brain: The Neurological Basis of Anxiety Disorders and How to Effectively Treat Them (Norton, 2007) and The 10 Best Ever Depression Management Techniques (Norton, 2010).
OBJECTIVES
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Determine effective treatment based on the 4 types of depression.
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Effectively utilize 10 techniques that diminish depressive symptomatology and begin to correct the underlying causes.
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Explain the impact of neural networking, how it keeps negative cognitive patterns locked in, and use this concept to create effective change.
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List several methods that improve energy in physical, emotional and behavioral patterns of depression.
OUTLINE
4 Types of Depression & Impact on Treatment Outcomes
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Endogenous depression “The brain you were born with”
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Situational depression
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Depression from PTSD & trauma
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Depression from early life attachment failures
Why the Brain Matters: Correct Depression at the Neurobiological Level
Match the 10 Best-Ever Treatment Techniques to the 4 Types of Depression
Strategies for Endogenous Depression
Strategies for Depression from Trauma & PTSD
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Identify & eliminate helplessness
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Instilling Hope! The necessity AND the risks
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The delicate balance between hope and disappointment
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Breaking into the pull of traumatic memory
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Mindfulness practices that work
Strategies for Depression from Situational or Stress-Induced Causes
Strategies for Depression from Attachment or Abuse-Induced Causes
ABOUT MARGARET WEHRENBERG, Psy.D.
Margaret Wehrenberg, Psy.D., a licensed clinical psychologist in Illinois, is the author of The Anxious Brain and The 10 Best Ever Anxiety Management Techniques (Norton 2007). An expert on the treatment of anxiety and depression, she also has extensive training and expertise in the neurobiology of psychological disorders. She earned her M.A. specializing in psychodrama and play therapy with children, and has years of experience as a drug and alcoholism counselor, working with the U.S. Army in Germany and Lutheran Social Services in Illinois before beginning a private psychotherapy practice, specializing in treating trauma, anxiety and depression. As a consultant, she is a sought-after speaker for continuing education seminars, consistently getting the highest ratings from participants for her dynamic style and high quality content.
In addition to clinical work, she has written articles for The Psychotherapy Networker magazine, is the author of Stress Solutions: Ten Effective Strategies to Eliminate Your Stress, and has produced Relaxation for Tension and Worry, a CD for breathing, muscle relaxation and imagery to use with anxious clients. Her new book, The 10 Best Ever Depression Management Techniques (2010) will be published by W.W. Norton.
CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION
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COUNSELORS: CMI Education Institute, Inc. is recognized by the National Board for Certified Counselors to offer continuing education for National Certified Counselors. Provider #: 5637. We adhere to NBCC Continuing Education Guidelines. This self-study package qualifies for 6.25 contact hours.
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PSYCHOLOGISTS: CMI Education Institute, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CMI Education Institute, Inc. maintains responsibility for these materials and their content. CMI Education Institute, Inc. is offering these self-study materials for 6.0 hours of continuing education credit.
MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS: This activity consists of 6.25 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from the activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.
ADDICTION COUNSELORS: CMI Education Institute, Inc. is a Provider approved by NAADAC Approved Education Provider Program. Provider #: 00131. This self-study package qualifies for 7.5 contact hours.
NURSES/NURSE PRACTITIONERS/CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALISTS: This self-study package meets the criteria for a formally approved American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Activity. CMI Education Institute, Inc, is an approved sponsor by the American Psychological Association, which is recognized by the ANCC for behavioral health related activities.
This self-study material qualifies for 6.0 contact hours.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Counselors, Social Workers, Psychologists, Case Managers, Addiction Counselors, Therapists, Marriage & Family Therapists, Nurses, Other Mental Health Professionals
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