Course Fee: $459 (Canadian currency)
This practical, informative and relevant course is designed to deepen the student’s understanding of CBT theory, techniques and tools. There is a clear emphasis on applying what you’ve learned to issues that are common in the counselling room.
Specifically, this course will discuss the following: Introduction to CBT; examining and applying CBT techniques; CBT and personal growth; CBT and stress; CBT and addiction; achieving lasting gains with CBT.
It is highly recommended that students completed the Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy before registering for the Advanced Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
SYLLABUS
Module 1: Introduction to CBT
Topics Studied
• Exploring the relationship between thoughts and feelings
• Separating thoughts from emotions
• Reviewing cognitive distortions
• Addressing emotions
Learning Outcomes and Summary of Objectives
Upon successful completion of this learning module, the student should be able to:
• Discuss the relationship between thoughts and feelings.
• Use coping statements to counteract wrong thinking.
• Describe the relationship between conditioning and emotions.
Module 2: Examining and Applying CBT Techniques
Topics Studied
• Goal setting in CBT
• Using imagery and visualization
• What is mindfulness?
• Some of the key benefits of mindfulness
• Some helpful mindfulness exercises
• The difference between mindfulness and meditation
• Some helpful meditation exercises
• The difference between meditation and relaxation
• Finding ways to relax and unwind
Learning Outcomes and Summary of Objectives
Upon successful completion of this learning module, the student should be able to:
• Outline the value of goal-setting in CBT.
• Suggest how to use imagery and visualization in CBT.
• Discuss the benefits of teaching mindfulness in CBT.
Module 3: CBT and Personal Growth
Topics Studied
• Listening to our self-talk
• Categorizing negative narrations
• Developing a healthy self-esteem
• Building shame resilience
• The importance of self-compassion
• Self-compassion exercises
Learning Outcomes and Summary of Objectives
Upon successful completion of this learning module, the student should be able to:
• List the four common negative narrations.
• Outline how CBT can be used to help clients develop healthy self-esteem.
• Discuss the value of self-compassion.
Module 4: CBT and Stress
Topics Studied
• Understanding stress
• The biology of stress
• Seven major sources of stress
• Stress, control and choice
• Identifying when you’re feeling stressed
• Uncovering the meaning attached to stressful thoughts
• Road blocks to confronting and managing stress
Learning Outcomes and Summary of Objectives
Upon successful completion of this learning module, the student should be able to:
• List seven major sources of stress.
• Comment on the link between locus of control and feelings of stress.
• Discuss road blocks to confronting and managing stress.
Module 5: CBT and Addictions
Topics Studied
• Signs indicating we’re addicted
• Why use CBT to treat an addiction?
• What happens at a CBT session
• The 5 Ws (or a functional analysis) of an addiction
• Understanding the cycle of addiction
• Triggers (conditioned cues)
• Understanding cravings or urges
• Formulating an Action Plan
• Targeting the client’s cognitive distortions
• The daily record of dysfunctional thoughts (DRDT)
• Additional CBT strategies and tools
Learning Outcomes and Summary of Objectives
Upon successful completion of this learning module, the student should be able to:
• List the five Ws of addiction.
• Outline how CBT can be used to effectively deal with triggers.
• Discuss the benefits of formulating an Action Plan.
Module 6: Achieving Lasting Gains with CBT
Topics Studied
• What if I feel that I’m not making progress?
• Working on maintaining clients’ gains
• Being aware of personal triggers
• Planning a self-therapy session
• The counsellor’s personal moral qualities
• Providing a good standard of practice and care
Learning Outcomes and Summary of Objectives
Upon successful completion of this learning module, the student should be able to:
• Outline how to work on maintaining clients’ gains
• Discuss the need to develop an awareness of the client’s personal triggers.
• Suggest how to plan a self-therapy session.
Suggested textbook for the course (to be purchased by the student)
Trower, P., Jones, J., & Dryden, W. (2015). Cognitive behavioural counselling in action. (3rd Ed.). SAGE: London.