About The Course
Date: Friday May 20, 2022
Location: Remotely via Zoom (Link available in curriculum, access will be given once enrolled)
Time: 9:00AM-11:00pm
Course Description: The philosophical roots of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) will frame this training’s presentation and discussion of mindfulness, which is the first skill taught in DBT. Mindfulness skills offer tremendous promise for clients in managing anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges. Learn about the vast evidence base for the value of practicing mindfulness, along with how mindfulness is taught in the DBT model. Participants will walk away with tangible mindfulness interventions for clients…and themselves.
Participants will be able to:
- Illustrate the skill of mindfulness within the DBT model and assert an evidence base for its practice.
- Describe situations and scenarios that mindfulness is effective in managing.
- Encourage the teaching of mindfulness skills to clients through visual aids, metaphors, and exercises.
Meet The Presenter
Diane is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas. She has over 20 years of experience in the fields of psychology, social work and mental health.
Diane was an Adjunct Professor of Social Work at The University of Kansas, School of Social Welfare, for over 10 years. She obtained her master’s degree in Social Work from KU in 2006, with clinical concentrations in Children & Families and Mental Health. Diane taught classes in the Clinical Master’s program, which included: Clinical Social Work Practice, Loss and Grief, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Family Therapy, Advanced Standing Practice, and Mental Health & Psychopathology. Diane was also a practicum Field Instructor, Field Liaison and Community Education trainer for the School of Social Welfare.
Diane has facilitated hundreds of trainings to mental health professionals, physicians and nurses, teachers, police officers, business personnel, and local City Council members. Diane enjoys the creativity that comes with envisioning and designing trainings, and aims to provide trainings that are informative, engaging and skill-building. She has customized and facilitated leadership and corporate trainings to EAP clients on wellness and business topics.
Curriculum
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