Paid
60 hour
Course Description
Training Program
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Advanced-level certification program developing specialized expertise in CBT principles, cognitive restructuring, behavioral techniques, and evidence-based practice.
Duration 3 Months
Format Online / In-person
Accreditation Certified
Program Excellence
Licensed Practitioners
Learn from licensed clinical psychologists and certified CBT therapists with decades of experience.
Supervised Practice
Gain hands-on experience through supervised practice sessions, role-playing, and simulated client cases.
Evidence-Based
The curriculum is grounded in the latest research and adheres to international best practices for CBT.
Learning Objectives
CBT Core Model
Understand the interplay between thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and behaviors.
Cognitive Distortions
Identify and challenge common cognitive distortions such as catastrophizing and overgeneralization.
Cognitive Restructuring
Master techniques for restructuring thoughts, using thought records and Socratic questioning.
Behavioral Techniques
Apply behavioral interventions such as behavioral activation, graded exposure, and relaxation training.
Case Formulation
Develop skills in creating individualized CBT case formulations and setting SMART therapeutic goals.
Relapse Prevention
Design effective relapse prevention plans to maintain therapeutic gains long-term.
Curriculum Structure
01
Introduction to CBT
Overview of CBT history, core principles, theoretical foundations, and evidence base.
02
Model & Assessment
In-depth study of the CBT model, clinical assessment, and building therapeutic alliance.
03
Cognitive Techniques I
Foundations of restructuring: identifying automatic thoughts, core beliefs, and self-monitoring.
04
Cognitive Techniques II
Advanced techniques: Socratic questioning, examining evidence, and modifying schemas.
05
Behavioral Interventions
Training in behavioral activation, activity scheduling, and graded exposure for anxiety.
06
Case Mgmt & Prevention
Integrating techniques, managing complex cases, and creating relapse prevention plans.
Target Professionals
Psychologists
Licensed professionals seeking to add CBT to their toolkit or deepen their existing practice.
Counselors
Counselors and social workers looking to integrate evidence-based CBT techniques.
Psychiatry Residents
Doctors in training wishing to complement pharmacological treatment with psychotherapy.
Students
Students in psychology or related fields transitioning into mental health careers.
Professional Enrollment
Join an exclusive cohort of CBT practitioners.
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