Description
The aim of this workshop is to introduce clinicians to the theoretical foundations and new skills underlying Radically Open-Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO DBT) for disorders of over-control (Lynch, in press). RO DBT is fully manualized and supported by three randomized controlled trials (RCTs) for refractory depression, two open-trials targeting adult Anorexia Nervosa, and one non-randomized trial targeting treatment resistant over-controlled adults.This event will cover:
- Explain a new biosocial theory for Over-Control
- Describe the RO DBT treatment structure
- Describe new RO DBT treatment strategies designed to enhance willingness for self-inquiry and flexible responding
- Describe the RO DBT treatment hierarchy
- Describe a novel treatment mechanism positing open expression = trust = social connectedness
- List examples of strategies designed to improve pro-social cooperative signaling
Trainers
- Dr Sophie Rushbrook (Consultant Clinical Psychologist) — Intensive Psychological Therapy Service in Dorset
Eligibility criteria
Target Audience: Health Professionals working with clients with anorexia nervosa.
Health Professionals working with other illnesses with extreme over-control. E.g obsessive compulsive personality disorder and refractory depression
Health Professionals working with other illnesses with extreme over-control. E.g obsessive compulsive personality disorder and refractory depression
Categories:
Capability 10 - Delivering compassionate care, support and treatment
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Medical,
Nursing
Levels:
Intermediate,
Advanced
Lifespans:
Adult
Tuesday 24 September 2019
09:00 to 17:00 Add to calendar
09:00 to 17:00 Add to calendar
Parkville
$200 for clinicians employed in Vic public mental health services. $295 for other health professionals.
Provided by
The Victorian Centre of Excellence in Eating Disorders (CEED)
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