Description:
OPD Points: 10
This is “ACA-Approved for ongoing professional development” ONLY to supplement existing ACA member learning.
This workshop aims to provide learners with an understanding of the theory and practice of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). In addition to sound theoretical knowledge, learners will learn the essential core skills required to practice CBT clinically.
CBT is a highly structured, short-term, present-oriented psychological therapy (aka psychotherapy) that aims to resolve a client’s presenting issues by modifying dysfunctional thoughts and maladaptive behaviours. CBT is one of the most evidence-based research psychotherapies shown to effectively manage various disorders, particularly clinical depression and anxiety disorders.
This workshop is for learners who want to practice CBT but do not have the necessary training. This workshop is suitable for potential CBT Psychotherapists or Associate Psychologists (counselling) who are passionate about others in achieving more meaningful results in life.
Through this workshop, learners with a mental health qualification (e.g., Bachelor’s Degree in Counselling / Psychology / Social Work) will be equipped with the essential skills to practice as a CBT Psychotherapist.
Key Learning Objectives / Outcomes:
Workshop Dates: 11, 12, 18, 19 January 2025 Time: 9am to 6pm
Content This workshop will cover the following areas:
- Foundational Skills in Psychotherapy
- Introduction to CBT
- CBT Intake Assessment
- Theories & Applications of CBT
- Applications of CBT on Mood Disorders, and Crisis Intervention
- CBT Clinical Assessment & Formulation
This workshop would fully equip learners with the core CBT knowledge and skills upon completing the workshop. Graduates from this workshop will be able to handle the various applications of CBT on clients suffering from various mood disorders such as Depression and Anxiety.
This workshop will also cover other psychological issues such as Anger Management, Borderline Personality Disorder, Insomnia, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Trauma, and Post-traumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD), allowing learners to hone their skills in the future.
Upon successful course completion, graduates may apply for membership with their relevant association(s) and seek clinical supervision to hone their CBT skills further.
Lesson Plan The delivery of this workshop is equivalent to a post-graduate module, and it comprises the following:
- Thirty-two (32) hours of classroom time over four (4) days for lectures, skills training, demonstrations, practice role-plays, and discussions.
- Eight (8) hours of self-directed learning and class assignments.
Existing Counsellors or Psychotherapists may wish to sign up for the 2-day workshop in Professional Certificate in Solution-focused Brief Therapy instead.
Course Assessment Written and video role-play assignment
Assessment:
Presenter / Provider:
Mr James Chong
Presenter Qualifications:
MAPACS(L4S), MSPS, PCMSAC, MCoun, BA(Psych), Spc Dip Career Counselling, P Dip Psychotherapy
The Lion Mind
As a Clinical Director (Principal Counsellor) of The Lion Mind, James provides affordable counselling and psychotherapy services to clients, and facilitates public talks, webinars, workshops, and seminars. He also provides clinical directions and guidance to the organization, and fosters a nurturing environment where junior clinicians can enhance both their clinical skills and personal development.Clinical Knowledge & Skills
James has over 12 years of diverse experience spanning across multiple industries, including education, healthcare, mental health, non-profit organizations, and social services. As a strong believer in using evidence-based practice in psychology, he provides high-quality counselling and psychotherapy services to his clients. He is well versed in multiple counselling approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). He is able to provide addiction counselling, career counselling, and psychiatric rehabilitation counselling. James works well with the working adults, young adults , millennials, NSFs, tertiary students, and youths (13 to 35 years old). He also provides personal therapy to students pursuing counselling postgraduate studies, and clinical supervision to mental health clinicians registered with APACS. In addition to counselling and psychotherapy, James is familiar with the various psychological assessments and tests. He has received formal education in administering, scoring, and interpreting them. James also believes strongly in continuing education and life-long learning. To date, he has a Master in Counselling from Monash University, and a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) from the National University of Singapore (NUS). His other professional qualifications include a Professional Diploma in Psychotherapy from The School of Positive Psychology, a Specialist Diploma in Career Counselling from Republic Polytechnic, a WSQ Certified HR Professional (Recruitment & Selection) from Human Capital (Singapore), and a WSQ Advance Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP) from the Institute of Adult Learning (IAL) Singapore.Professional Membership
James is a registered Level 4S Practitioner & clinical supervisor (membership no. A0084) with the Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors Singapore (APACS), a Full Member (membership no. FM019005C) with the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS), and a Provisional Clinical Member (membership no. D0582) with the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC).Other Experiences
James has served as the Honorary Treasurer and an Executive Committee (EXCO) member of APACS from February 2020 to February 2022. As a representative of APACS, James worked closely with other mental healthcare practitioners, and policymakers to shape the local mental healthcare scene. Through the APACS-HSEU-NTUC retainer clinic programme, James provides counselling to Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and Jurong Community Hospital staff from 2020 to 2022. In addition to his work with The Lion Mind, James is an Associate Lecturer with Republic Polytechnic, School of Sports & Health. He facilitates healthcare-related modules such as ‘Advanced Integrated Care Planning’, ‘Advanced Care Coordination & Navigation’, ‘Biopsychosocial Aspects of Ageing’, ‘Communication & Health Coaching’, ‘ Social & Family Dynamics’, ‘Sociology of Health and Social Care’, and ‘Multidisciplinary & Multisectoral Care for Seniors’. James has presented in two oral presentations during the 5th Asia Pacific Rim International Psychotherapy and Counselling Conference 2017 in Singapore, and has published a peer-reviewed paper in the Australia Counselling Association (ACA)’s Counselling Australia Magazine.
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Course Duration:
4 day(s)
Course Hours:
32 hours
Registration Instructions:
Please note, before you purchase this workshop, you will have to do complete step 1 and 2 listed here – https://thelionmind.org.sg/workshop/cognitive-behaviour-therapy
