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Treating Anxiety Disorders: An Overview of DBT, CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention

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About The Live CE Event

Date and Time: Friday, 8/22/25, 10am – 1pm EST

Learning Method: Synchronous distance (interactive). Attendees will also get access to a recorded video and the presented resources.

Amount of CE Credit Offered: 3 credits for both ASWB ACE and NBCC.

Fees: This live event is available to subscribers of our annual unlimited continuing education subscription, available for $99/year, which includes 6+ live events per year and 150+ CE courses!

Certificate of Completion: To receive a certificate of completion, you must attend the entire live event.

Course Description: This training is geared toward providers seeking to increase their understanding of how to effectively treat Anxiety Disorders. An overview of multiple evidence-based treatment modalities will be provided, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Participants will learn strategies for weaving these skills into their current therapeutic approach, including the application of these techniques when working with minors.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Describe therapeutic techniques used in the evidence-based treatment of anxiety disorders.
  2. Design effective treatment plans based on the client’s presenting concerns.

  3. Discuss the application of these techniques with minors and their caregivers.

Instructor Bio(s):

Dr. Jaimee Arnoff

Jaimee is a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience with both assessment and therapy with a focus on high-risk children and adolescents with internalizing disorders in multiple hospital-based settings, community-based outpatient mental health clinics, and residential treatment centers.

With a certification in Pain Reprocessing Therapy, she has expanded her private practice to also include clients with chronic pain. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Deaf Studies and her Ph.D. from Gallaudet University, Jaimee is fluent in American Sign Language and has experience working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and their families, as well.

As the psychologist at James’s Warriors, a local not-for-profit organization, she has developed and delivered presentations on Teen Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in high schools and colleges throughout New York. Jaimee enjoys teaching and providing clinical supervision and hopes to continue mentoring other young psychologists like herself in her community and beyond!

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Live Event Outline

1. Understanding the Scope of Anxiety Disorder

  • Prevalence and Demographics: Overview of current statistics and trends, including age-specific data on anxiety prevalence.

  • DSM-5 Classifications: Diagnostic criteria and updates, including how OCD was reclassified.

2. Introduction to Evidence-Based Treatment Models

  • CBT, DBT, and ERP Overview: Introduction to the foundational principles of each therapy model.

  • When to Use What: Guidelines for selecting the most effective treatment based on client presentation and diagnosis.

3. Deep Dive into Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Core Techniques: Cognitive restructuring, identifying distortions, and thought challenging strategies.

  • Behavioral Strategies: Journaling, guided imagery, and progressive muscle relaxation with age-appropriate modifications.

4. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Essentials

  • Treatment Structure: Types of exposures (imaginal, interoceptive, in vivo) and hierarchy development.

  • Practical Application: Reducing avoidance, working with hesitant clients, and avoiding flooding.

5. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in Practice

  • Core Modules Overview: Mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.

  • Youth and Group Adaptations: Diary cards, coping kits, and examples from high school and college-aged DBT groups.

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Target Audience: 

Mental health professionals (Therapists, Counselors, and Social Workers).

Content Level:

Both beginning and intermediate-level content are included in this live event.

Requesting Accessibility Accommodations:

Please email [email protected] to request accessibility accommodations.

System Requirements:

  • The most recent version of Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge browser
  • Javascript enabled
  • PDF plugin
  • Graphic and audio output capability
  • Broadband internet connection with a minimum speed of 5Mbps (recommended)
  • TLS 1.2 supported by your web browser

Refund Policy: In general, refunds will not be provided. However, if you do have any concerns or grievances, please contact us at the email address below. The Agents of Change Grievance Policy can be viewed here.

Cancellation Policy: If an Agents of Change Continuing Education event is canceled, a full refund will be provided to all participants.

Please email [email protected] with any questions about the live event. 

Agents of Change is Approved by ACE

Agents of Change, #1919, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 7/26/2023 – 7/26/2027.

Agents of Change is Approved by NBCC

Agents of Change has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7620. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Agents of Change is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

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