Mental Health Education
About The Course
Course Title: Exploring Body Image Through a CBT Lens
Learning Method: Record asynchronous distance (non-interactive). This course includes a recorded video and access to the presented resources.
Amount of CE Credit Offered: 1 credit (general). ASWB ACE and NBCC.
Fees: This course can be purchased individually for $25 or as part of an annual unlimited continuing education subscription available for $99/year.
Posttest: Following the course, the participant will take a 10 question posttest. A score of 70% correct is required to pass and obtain a certificate. If you do not pass the posttest, it can be re-taken after fully reviewing the materials again.
Certificate of Completion: In order to receive a certificate of completion, you must indicate that you’ve watched the entire video portion of the course, earn a passing grade on the test, and complete the requested course evaluation.
Description of the Course:
Why is understanding this topic important?
1. Mental Health Impact:
Body image issues can lead to severe mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Addressing these issues through CBT can significantly improve clients’ overall well-being and quality of life.
2. Widespread Prevalence:
Negative body image affects a large portion of the population, including diverse age groups and genders. Providing effective therapeutic strategies empowers clinicians to support a wide range of individuals struggling with these pervasive concerns.
3. Holistic Health:
Body image influences various aspects of life, including physical health, social interactions, and professional performance. By addressing body image issues, clinicians can help clients achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life across multiple domains.
Learning Objectives:
Identify and challenge distorted or negative thoughts related to body image using CBT techniques: Students will learn to recognize automatic negative thoughts that clients have about their bodies. They will also practice cognitive restructuring to replace these thoughts with more balanced and realistic perceptions.
Implement practical CBT activities and interventions to help clients improve their body image perceptions: Participants will engage in hands-on exercises and role-playing scenarios to apply CBT methods in real-life situations. They will gain confidence in using these techniques to support clients in therapy sessions.
Utilize mindfulness and cognitive restructuring to foster a positive and healthy relationship with clients’ body image: Students will explore mindfulness practices that increase body awareness and acceptance. They will also learn to guide clients through cognitive restructuring exercises to build a more compassionate and positive self-image.
Target Audience:
Masters and Clinical level licensees pursuing continuing education and mental health professionals.
Content Level:
Both beginning and intermediate-level content are included in this course.
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