Presented by:

Mahesh Menon, Nicola Wright, Faye Doell

Sponsored by:

Continuing Education Credits:

6

Notes:

Cost:

CPA Member: Early Registration ($250+tax) - Regular Registartion ($300+tax)

CPA Student Affiliate: Early Registration ($190+tax) - Regular Registartion ($225+tax)

Non-Member: Early Registration ($325+tax) - Regular Registartion ($400+tax)

Student Non Affiliate: Early Registration ($230+tax) - Regular Registartion ($250+tax)

Please note: early registration (until end-of-day April 30th, 2019) and regular registration (after April 30th, 2019)

Duration:

Full Day (9:00 – 16:30)

Target Audience:

Clinicians and graduate students.

Skill/Difficulty Level:

Intermediate

Workshop Description:

CBT for psychosis (CBTp) is an evidence-based intervention for schizophrenia spectrum disorders, that has been demonstrated to be effective in terms of reducing the distress and impairment associated with the positive symptoms of psychosis, and as having a significant effect on associated problems including comorbid mood and anxiety symptoms, social functioning, and rates of rehospitalization. As a result, CBTp has been recommended in an increasing number of treatment guidelines for psychosis both here in Canada, and internationally. In this workshop, we will provide participants with a brief overview of the theoretical model of CBT for psychosis, including the incorporation of 'third wave' interventions within traditional CBTp. There will be a strong emphasis on practical skills and strategies for working with paranoia, delusions and hallucinations, and these will be demonstrated through role-play and skills practice exercises. There will also be opportunity for participants to ask questions and to discuss application of CBTp in their own practice. Recent competency standards for training in CBTp and successful models of implementation will also briefly be discussed. The morning session will focus on traditional CBTp, and cover topics including the cognitive models of psychotic symptoms, developing effective formulations, and interventions for delusions and hallucinations. The afternoon session will provide an overview of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for psychosis, Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) for psychosis, and Metacognitive Training (MCT) for psychosis.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop an introductory understanding of the theoretical model and practical application of CBT for psychosis
2. Develop an understanding of third wave approaches and targeted interventions for psychosis, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy and Metacognitive Training
3. Develop familiarity with several cognitive and behavioural skills that have been found to be effective in treating the positive symptoms of psychosis (e.g., understanding and working with paranoid thoughts or enhancing coping skills for individuals who are living with voices)
4. Gain an overview of recent competency standards for CBTp, and successful implementation strategies