Please join us for a 1-day, virtual workshop!
This workshop offers an in-depth exploration of the Borderline Personality Disorder diagnosis, including its symptoms, causes, and the latest therapeutic approaches. Participants will gain valuable insights into effective communication techniques and practical strategies for successfully working with clients suffering from this complex disorder, ultimately fostering positive outcomes in their therapeutic practice.
Alexa Mulee, MA, LMHC, C-DBT is a licensed mental health clinician in the state of New York who specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, specifically in applying it to substance use disorders, eating disorders, and borderline personality disorder. She is the owner of Wise Mind Counseling, LLC where she provides weekly DBT groups and individual psychotherapy sessions.
OBJECTIVES:
At the completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1) State an in-depth understanding of Borderline Personality Disorder, including its diagnostic criteria, symptoms, and underlying causes to improve assessment and diagnosis.
2) Identify practical skills and techniques for effective communication and therapeutic interventions when working with clients diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder.
3) Name recent research and evidence-based treatment approaches that promote positive therapeutic outcomes and enhance overall client well-being.
SCHEDULE:
Friday, October 11, 2024/ 9am – 3:30pm EST
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM: Introduction
Welcome
Overview of the agenda
Objectives and goals
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM: What is BPD?
Definition and overview
Prevalence and impact
Stigma and misconceptions
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM: BPD Symptoms
DSM-V criteria
Emotional instability
Impulsivity
Interpersonal difficulties
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM: History of BPD
Evolution of the diagnosis
Key figures and researchers
Treatment approaches through the years
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Common Terms and Causes
BPD terminology
Biological factors
Environmental factors
The biosocial theory
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Lunch Break
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Myths and Misconceptions
Debunking common myths
Media portrayal of BPD
Reducing stigma and promoting empathy
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: BPD Types and Subtypes
Overview of different types
Characteristics and symptoms
Treatment considerations
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM: Examples in the Media
Films and TV shows
Books and articles
Real-life stories
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM: Q&A and Discussion
Questions from participants
Case examples and scenarios
Group discussion
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Wrap-up
Key takeaways
Additional resources and references
Final thoughts and questions
LOCATION:
Virtual
COST:
$200 for the course; an additional $50 for 6 CE’s. Sign up for course Here
CANCELATIONS AND REFUNDS/ MISSED TIME:
Partial credits will not be given. You must participate in the entirety of the workshop.
GRIEVENCE POLICY:
We take your feedback seriously. For grievances, questions or concerns, please contact Heather Claibourn, LCSW, CE coordinator at Heather@ShinePsychotherapy.org
CERTIFICATES:
Upon completion of the workshop and evaluation, certificates will be issued via email.
PROVIDER STATEMENTS:
SOCIAL WORK: Jumana Grassi LCSW NY# 0556 is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the New York State Education Department State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers.
ACE: Jumana Grassi, #1721 is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Jumana Grassi maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 6/14/23-6/14/26. Social Workers completing this course receive 6 continuing education credits.
ADA Accommodations: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact us at least 7 days in advance of the event so that we can ensure accommodations are made.
*There is no commercial support for this program, nor are there any relationships between the CE Sponsor, presenting organization, presenter, program content, research, grants or other funding that could reasonably be construed as conflicts of interest.