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March 22 - 23, 2006 Wellington, New Zealand Cognitive Therapy for Persistent Problems: A New Paradigm Christine A. Padesky, PhD & Kathleen A. Mooney, PhD		March 27 - 28, 2006 Auckland, New Zealand   Uncover Strengths & Build Resilience Using Cognitive Therapy: A Four Step Model Christine A. Padesky, PhD & Kathleen A. Mooney, PhD
Workshop Description Workshop Objectives Workshop Includes ... Presenters 5 Reasons to attend TO ENROLL email: jo.nightingale@ccdhb.org.nz		Workshop Description Workshop Objectives Workshop Includes ... Presenters 5 Reasons to attend TO ENROLL email: prac92@ihug.co.nz

 

Cognitive Therapy for Persistent Problems: A New Paradigm Important Note: Apply before 7 February 2006 to receive the Early Bird discount! Workshop Description Cognitive Therapy for Persistent Problems: A New Paradigm For over fifteen years, Drs. Christine A. Padesky & Kathleen A. Mooney have been actively working on helping clients overcome persistent problems. Their work has culminated in a new paradigm where the focus is on construction of NEW belief systems and interpersonal behavior patterns. It can be used with clients with diverse combinations of personality disorder diagnoses and is usually implemented after standard CBT methods have been used to treat Axis I mood problems such as depression or anxiety. Participants learn via clinical demonstrations and structured exercises to help clients: a) conceptualize the OLD system that perpetuates persistent problems, b) identify the benefits of change, c) construct a NEW system to deal with persistent problems, and d) setup and debrief behavioral experiments that build NEW beliefs and interpersonal skills in order to strengthen and sustain the NEW system. Workshop Objectives Cognitive Therapy for Persistent Problems: A New Paradigm By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: INTEGRATE cognitive theory, research & treatment methods employ a structured interview to help clients compassionately conceptualize their OLD system identify, develop & strengthen new systems of underlying assumptions, core beliefs & behavioral strategies organize therapy interventions with an OLD / NEW conceptualization worksheet set up & debrief behavioral experiments in ways that build & strengthen the NEW system Brief Bios Cognitive Therapy for Persistent Problems: A New Paradigm Christine A. Padesky, Ph.D., is considered one of the leading cognitive therapy workshop presenters in the world, appreciated for her depth of knowledge, compassion, and good-humored warmth. She has presented over 275 workshops to more than 30,000 professionals throughout North America and Europe as well as 25 workshops with cognitive therapy's founder, Aaron T. Beck, M.D. Her clear, organized and compelling presentations integrate theory, empiricism, creativity, audience interaction and practical skills. She is a Distinguished Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and former President of the International Association for Cognitive Psychotherapy. In 2002, the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) named Dr. Padesky the “Most Influential International Cognitive-Behavioural Therapist.” In 2003 she received recognition for her Distinguished Contribution to Psychology from the California Psychological Association. Dr. Padesky provides consultation to mental health professionals worldwide. She develops audio & videotape training materials (described on her website, www.padesky.com) that demonstrate cognitive therapy processes and protocols and is a featured therapist in several award-winning educational films. She is co-author of  books translated into seventeen languages including Cognitive Therapy of Personality Disorders, Clinician's Guide to Mind Over Mood, and Cognitive Therapy with Couples.  BABCP voted her book best selling cognitive therapy self-help book Mind Over Mood: Change How You Feel by Changing the Way You Think (www.mindovermood.com) the most influential cognitive therapy book of all time. Kathleen A. Mooney, PhD., a Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, has presented CT workshops at international meetings in Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Sweden, and Switzerland. Her clinical specialties include cognitive therapy for anxiety disorders, psychophysiological problems, personality disorders, relationship problems, work stress, and lesbian/gay issues. Dr. Mooney is co-producer of cognitive therapy audio and videotape training materials, and designs and manages www.padesky.com and CT eNOTES® (for mental health professionals) as well as www.MindOverMood.com (for the general public). Drs. Padesky & Mooney (Co-Founders of the Center for Cognitive Therapy, Huntington Beach) are well-known for their lively, informative and collaborative presentations. Past attendees have made superlative comments about their clarity of presentation, organization, depth of knowledge, broad clinical experience, teaching skills, warmth and humor. Workshop Includes Cognitive Therapy for Persistent Problems: A New Paradigm Cognitive theory and profiles of personality disorders Constructive Communication Navigation of impasse Therapist beliefs that intensify or help resolve therapy impasses Common and compassionate language Structured interview to help clients conceptualize the OLD system “Good reasons” perspective Focus on strengths Identify pivotal underlying assumptions and core beliefs Reasons for change Construction of NEW System Envision adaptive beliefs and behaviors Use of OLD / NEW worksheet Advantage of focus on the NEW “Test drive” the NEW system/ Build New Beliefs and Skills Behavioral experiments to build more flexible interpersonal strategies Predictions based on the OLD and NEW systems Maximize learning from naturally occurring events Use of continua, core belief logs, & behavioral experiments to strengthen new beliefs Relapse prevention Review relevant client learning Plan continued experiments Predict difficulties that might challenge NEW system Construct active, specific plans to deal with potential challenges 5 Reasons to attend Cognitive Therapy for Persistent Problems: A New Paradigm You understand the strength of persistent problems. This workshop presents a new CT paradigm for change. You appreciate clear, articulate explanations and demonstrations of therapy methods. Drs. Padesky & Mooney are highly respected for the quality and depth of their CT models and teaching skills. You learn best through a combination of listening, watching, and practicing. This workshop includes live demonstrations, therapy session videos, and structured skills practice. You have a sense of humor, a keen interest in learning, and dedication to your profession. Everyone will benefit from your participation in this intensive & fun learning event. You welcome the opportunity to travel only a short distance to be part of these informative workshops. This is the only time Drs. Padesky & Mooney have presented in the Southern Hemisphere / New Zealand.

Uncover Strengths & Build Resilience Using Cognitive Therapy: A Four Step Model Important Note: Apply before 7 February 2006 to receive the Early Bird discount! Workshop Description Uncover Strengths & Build Resilience Using CT Resilient people have skills to help them face and handle positive and negative life events. In recent years, Drs. Christine A. Padesky and Kathleen A. Mooney have developed a cognitive therapy approach for building and strengthening resilience. This approach integrates knowledge from resilience research, traditional cognitive therapy methods, and constructive cognitive therapy approaches to help people build and apply a personal model of resilience. In this workshop, Drs. Padesky and Mooney teach and demonstrate all four steps of this new approach as well as identify the six main areas of competence that are characteristic of resilient individuals. In addition, through structured practice exercises, participants experience the processes used to build resilience either as a therapist or as a "client.” Workshop Objectives Uncover Strengths & Build Resilience Using CT By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: EXPLORE the link between resilience & emotional health IDENTIFY six areas of competence linked to resilience Build a personal model of resilience in four steps Practice methods to evoke symbolism and metaphor Appreciate the role of acceptance in promoting resilience Evaluate beliefs and behaviors that can derail progress Brief Bios Uncover Strengths & Build Resilience Using CT Christine A. Padesky, Ph.D., is considered one of the leading cognitive therapy workshop presenters in the world, appreciated for her depth of knowledge, compassion, and good-humored warmth. She has presented over 275 workshops to more than 30,000 professionals throughout North America and Europe as well as 25 workshops with cognitive therapy's founder, Aaron T. Beck, M.D. Her clear, organized and compelling presentations integrate theory, empiricism, creativity, audience interaction and practical skills. She is a Distinguished Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and former President of the International Association for Cognitive Psychotherapy. In 2002, the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) named Dr. Padesky the “Most Influential International Cognitive-Behavioural Therapist.” In 2003 she received recognition for her Distinguished Contribution to Psychology from the California Psychological Association. Dr. Padesky provides consultation to mental health professionals worldwide. She develops audio & videotape training materials (described on her website, www.padesky.com) that demonstrate cognitive therapy processes and protocols and is a featured therapist in several award-winning educational films. She is co-author of  books translated into seventeen languages including Cognitive Therapy of Personality Disorders, Clinician's Guide to Mind Over Mood, and Cognitive Therapy with Couples.  BABCP voted her book best selling cognitive therapy self-help book Mind Over Mood: Change How You Feel by Changing the Way You Think (www.mindovermood.com) the most influential cognitive therapy book of all time. Kathleen A. Mooney, PhD., a Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, has presented CT workshops at international meetings in Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Sweden, and Switzerland. Her clinical specialties include cognitive therapy for anxiety disorders, psychophysiological problems, personality disorders, relationship problems, work stress, and lesbian/gay issues. Dr. Mooney is co-producer of cognitive therapy audio and videotape training materials, and designs and manages www.padesky.com and CT eNOTES® (for mental health professionals) as well as www.MindOverMood.com (for the general public). Drs. Padesky & Mooney (Co-Founders of the Center for Cognitive Therapy, Huntington Beach) are well-known for their lively, informative and collaborative presentations. Past attendees have made superlative comments about their clarity of presentation, organization, depth of knowledge, broad clinical experience, teaching skills, warmth and humor. Workshop Includes Uncover Strengths & Build Resilience Using CT Identification of risk factors and protective factors Six areas of competence characteristic of resilient individuals Four myths that prevent fostering resilience Refocus from risk and deficit to self righting capacities Reframe difficulties using a resilience focus Four steps to construct a personal model of resilience (PMR) Conduct talent searches Find areas of strength and competence Introduce obstacles, roadblock, challenges and difficulties Identify resilient behaviors, coping strategies, emotions, automatic thoughts and underlying assumptions Persist in the face of obstacles Observational homework Test the fit, make revisions, augment the model Finalize the personal model of resilience (PMR) Review advantages Elicit stories, metaphors, symbols Power of summary statements Practice persistence using Behavioral Experiments (BEs) Collaborative construction of BEs Debrief BEs with focus on resilience Broaden resilience Role of acceptance (events, self, world, other) Effects of belief: optimism, pessimism, defensive pessimism research 5 Reasons to attend Uncover Strengths & Build Resilience Using CT You understand that clients cope best when they can respond to life's challenges (both negative and positive). This workshop teaches ways to build resilience and strengthen existing skills. You appreciate clear, articulate explanations and demonstrations of therapy methods. Drs. Padesky & Mooney are highly respected for the quality and depth of their CT models and teaching skills. You learn best through a combination of listening, watching, and practicing. This workshop includes live demonstrations, therapy session videos, and structured skills practice. You have a sense of humor, a keen interest in learning, and dedication to your profession. Everyone will benefit from your participation in this intensive & fun learning event. You welcome the opportunity to travel only a short distance to be part of these informative workshops. This is the only time Drs. Padesky & Mooney have presented in the Southern Hemisphere / New Zealand.

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