Principles and Techniques of Assessment and Treatment of Personality Disorders (Self-Study)

Self-Study

 

Discover the Keys to Understanding and Treating Personality Disorders! Are you a mental health professional seeking to deepen your understanding of personality disorders and refine your treatment strategies? Look no further!

Join us for an insightful seminar on the Principles and Techniques of Assessment and Treatment of Personality Disorders.

Who Should Attend: Mental health professionals, psychologists, counselors, social workers, psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and students.

Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to expand your clinical expertise and make a meaningful


Learn and Earn 2 CE credits!


Navigating the complexities of personality disorders requires a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of assessment and treatment. This comprehensive seminar delves into the nuanced world of personality disorders, equipping mental health professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively assess and treat these conditions.

Participants will explore evidence-based assessment methods, learning how to conduct thorough evaluations to accurately diagnose personality disorders. Through case studies and interactive discussions, attendees will gain insight into the various presentations and subtypes of personality disorders, as well as the underlying factors contributing to their development.


What will you learn from this seminar

  1. Understand the fundamental principles underlying personality disorders, including their etiology, development, and maintenance.
  2. Learn evidence-based assessment techniques to accurately diagnose various personality disorders, including structured clinical interviews, self-report measures, and collateral information gathering.
  3. Explore effective treatment approaches tailored to different personality disorder subtypes, including psychotherapy modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and schema therapy.
  4. Gain practical skills in managing comorbid conditions commonly associated with personality disorders, such as mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and trauma-related symptoms.
  5. Enhance clinical competency in conducting comprehensive risk assessments and developing safety plans for individuals with personality disorders who may be at risk of self-harm or harm to others.
  6. Increase awareness of ethical and legal considerations in the assessment and treatment of personality disorders, including issues related to confidentiality, boundaries, and informed consent.
  7. Foster collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork in the management of personality disorders, including effective communication with other healthcare professionals, family members, and support networks.
  8. Apply learned knowledge and skills through case discussions, role-plays, and interactive exercises to facilitate integration of concepts into clinical practice.
  9. Promote self-awareness and self-care strategies among mental health professionals to prevent burnout and enhance resilience when working with individuals with personality disorders.
  10. Earn continuing education credits and fulfill professional development requirements to advance clinical practice and maintain licensure or certification.

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During this 2-hour seminar, we will guide you through an experiential learning where you will be learning what it takes to help your clients, and how to implement that in daily practice.

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Who is this for?

This course is for any clinician invested in learning new or honing existing skills to be able to use in dynamic ways to support their patients and clients and to end suffering.

KEY INFORMATION:

This course is eligible for 2 CEUs for social workers through the NASW National CE Approval Program in 48 states (EXCLUDING: New Jersey and West Virginia).

This course is eligible for 2 CEUs for Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Psychologists in New York State.

For more information about CEU approval, please click here.

Format: Self-Study Online Seminar

Here's what attendees have been saying about SWEET seminars:

"The combination of self disclosure, humor, and warmly encouraging participants to provide feedback." - Ruth, LCSW

"The seminars are informative and offer actual practice methods that are easy to utilize. The day goes so quickly and the case examples are interesting." - Georgette, LCSW-R

"Dr. Dubin skillfully guided us through the webs of traumatic experiences and how to help our clients and patients move from a state suffering to empowerment." - Emmanuel, LMSW

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Your Facilitator and Co-Facilitator


Mardoche Sidor, MD & Karen Dubin, PhD, LCSW
Mardoche Sidor, MD & Karen Dubin, PhD, LCSW

Mardoche Sidor, MD, is a Harvard-trained Quadruple Board Certified Psychiatrist, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University, School of Physicians and Surgeons, trained in and taught all major psychotherapeutic modalities, including and not limited to CBT, DBT, Family Systems, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. He is also the author of 11 books including Journey to Empowerment, Discovering Your Worth, The Power of Faith. and, The Art of Living. Dr. Sidor has worked both as a primary care physician and Medical Director in three different settings, including a Chief Medical Officer of the Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES). He is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute. His 11th book, entitled, NLP for Clinicians is now available to the public.

Karen Dubin, PhD, LCSW, is a Columbia-trained Social Worker with wide clinical, teaching, and supervision experience. She also has a background in management, mentorship, and leadership that spans more than 20 years. Her added passion is in advocacy and coaching. She has previously held Executive level positions, and two other directorships in different organizations. She is currently Adjunct Faculty at Columbia University School of Social Work and Adelphi University School of Social Work. She also maintains a private practice, provides supervision, and clinical and management training. She is also a personal and executive-level coach. She is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute.




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