Course curriculum

  1. OCD: Evidence-Based Strategies - Part 1 (Free Preview)

  2. OCD: Evidence-Based Strategies - Part 2

  3. OCD: Evidence-Based Strategies - Part 3

  4. OCD: Evidence-Based Strategies - Part 4

  5. OCD: Evidence-Based Strategies - Part 5

  6. Post-Test

About this course

  • $55.00
  • 2.5 hours of video content
  • 30 mins of reading content

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Course Description

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a commonly misunderstood diagnosis that many therapists are fearful to work with. Hearing that your client is distressed by thoughts of harming themselves or others, or fears of hurting children, can cause therapists to wonder if they should take action for safety. The key discernment in treating OCD is understanding that these thoughts are unwanted and intrusive and that the client with OCD will not act out on them. Knowing how to address thoughts like these is important for successful treatment. This presentation will describe the differences in OCD thoughts versus actual harm thoughts and learn how to communicate treatment to a client as well as execute a treatment plan.

OCD is the most common anxiety disorder and one that requires very specialized treatment. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is an evidence-based treatment modality that has been scientifically proven to demonstrate a reduction of symptoms through the process of desensitization to the fears. This presentation will outline the various ways in which OCD can manifest, the differences in the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and ERP, the principles of ERP, and how to execute a hierarchy and treatment.

Educational Goals

This training covers evidence-based treatment for OCD including exposure therapy.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify common themes of obsessions consistent with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

  • Differentiate between the use of cognitive behavior therapy and exposure and response prevention.

  • Explain the biological cycle of anxiety and how it related to a diagnosis of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

  • Distinguish differences in diagnoses that are included in Obsessive Compulsive and Related Conditions.

  • Identify how the family both help and hinder one who is struggling with OCD.

  • Identify how to create a hierarchy and use of the SUDS scale.

CEs

This course meets the qualifications for 3.0 hrs of law & ethics continuing education (CE) credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

Redwood Empire Chapter CAMFT (Provider #57173) is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs. Redwood Empire Chapter CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

About the Instructor

Dr. Robin Zasio, Psy. D., LCSW is a specialist in treating OCD and anxiety disorders utilizing CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention techniques. She developed The Anxiety Treatment Center of Sacramento, Roseville, and El Dorado Hills. Dr. Zasio serves on the Scientific Advisory Board, Clinical Advisory Board, and Speakers Bureau for the International Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation, and is also faculty for their Behavioral Training Institute. She is the author of The Hoarder In You: How to Live a Happier, Healthier, Uncluttered Life. Dr. Zasio is a featured doctor on the A&E hit series "Hoarders" and host of "My Extreme Animal Phobia" on Animal Planet.
Dr. Robin Zasio, LCSW

Purchase Terms

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