Group Therapy - Basics & Beyond

Aug. 9th | 6pm-8pm | 2 CE's | Philip Feldman, PhD

Class Description

This seminar will focus on the most important Therapeutic Factors that make Group Therapy effective. Clinicians will learn about innovative ways to engage clients, provide support, and work through conflicts. It will also focus on ways to lead the Group, define expectations and rules, set limits, and encourage interaction. Clinicians will learn specific skills and techniques they can use for a variety of presenting problems. Topics- Group Therapy- Goals and Objectives. Advantages of Group Therapy Therapeutic and Curative Factors within Group therapy. Effective Group Therapy Skills. Clinical Interventions- Leading the group, Setting limits, Guiding interaction, Giving emotional support, Focusing on content and process. Types of Groups Working through conflicts and resistance. Identifying clients’ roles in the group. Social worker’s Role during engagement, working phase, and termination phase. Video material- Demonstrate Group therapy skills and techniques. Objectives- Identify 3 specific techniques to engage clients in Group therapy. Recall 4 therapeutic factors that make group therapy effective. Learn 3 specific group therapy skills that help clients express their feelings and stay goal focused. Identify 3 new group therapy topics to use to enhance group engagement. Presented By: Dr. Feldman has 30 years of experience as a Clinical Director, Psychotherapist, and Supervisor. He is currently the Clinical Director at Journey to Wellness substance abuse program in NJ. He has taught numerous clinical topics as an Adjunct Professor at Rutgers University MSW Program since 1995. As a professional speaker, he has presented more than 300 Clinical CEU Seminars at Medical Centers, Agencies, and local Universities. In addition, he has expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Family Therapy, Personality Disorders, and Emotional Disorders. He is also the author of three clinical manuals- "The Psychotherapy Manual," "Co-occurring Disorders manual," and "Shame Affect." (on amazon.com). He completed his PhD at Rutgers, MSW at Yeshiva University, and BA at Emory College. Course Content Beginning level course ntermediate level course

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40 US dollars
Live Online - Zoom

Cancellation Policy

Payment made in full. No refunds. If you cannot attend class please contact michael@chiprodevelopment.com to discuss options.

Course Delivery Method and Format

Live Interactive Webinar - ZOOM

Please note. This workshop is presented live. It is necessary for all the participants of the workshop to have the capability of video and audio as this workshop is interactive and participant interaction is required. You are able to interact with the lecturer by using the chat function or verbally (if you have a working microphone).

How to Register

After you register for the course, you will be emailed (please check your spam folder).

If you do not receive an email the same day you register, please email me immediately. I will forward you the information.

The email will contain information, link and password, to join ZOOM for the course. You will also receive the information to join the class 24hrs before the class starts.

Requirements for Registration

In order for CHI Professional Development to award you a Certificate of Completion, I am required to obtain certain information from you. The information requested is dependent on what course you are taking.

Course Completion Requirements

· Sign into the workshop on time. We will start promptly and there will be a cutoff for entry.

· You are required to stay logged in and actively participate throughout the entire presentation.

· Your attendance will be verified by the logon information provided by ZOOM.

· Once the course is completed and your attendance is verified, you will receive a link to the course survey.

· After completion of the survey, you will have the opportunity to print or download a PDF copy of your certificate.

· Your Opinion Matters

· To be granted access to your certificate of completion, you are required to complete the Course Survey.

This class has been approved for CE's by the following licensing boards:

Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE)

CHI Professional Development Inc, #1776, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. CHI Professional Development Inc maintains responsibility for this course.

The following states recognize these CE approvals.

AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM,NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

These CE's are not recognized in NJ

These CE's are recognized in NY by the NYS Education Department - See Below

New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work

CHI Professional Development, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0538

New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners

CHI Professional Development, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider for continuing education for licensed mental health counselors #MHC-0173

NAADAC Approved Education Provider

CHI Professional Development, Inc has been approved by as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #234330, CHI Professional Development, Inc is responsible for all aspects of their programming.

National Board of Certified Counselors

CHI Professional Development has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7194. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CHI Professional Development is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) Certified

CHI Professional Development, Inc. is OASAS certified to provide CASAC renewal and CPP/CPS hours #1343

Important Information

All complaints and grievances are reviewed by the social work consultant within 10 working days. Formal grievances are required to be written and will be responded to within 10 business days.

It is my goal to create a learning experience that is as accessible as possible. If you anticipate any issues related to the format, materials, or requirements of this course, please contact me so we can explore potential options.

Michael Chiappone, LCSW

Contact Information

michael@chiprodevelopment.com

631.212.5009