Improve phobia treatment in Australia with practical exposure CBT courses. Dr. Linde guides psychologists in building and implementing exposure hierarchies.
Australian psychologists and counsellors can use this course to put exposure therapy for phobias into practice with greater confidence. Dr Colinda Linde, an experienced CBT therapist and trainer, explains the theoretical basis for exposure and the elements that make it effective. She shows how to assess a phobia functionally, construct an exposure hierarchy together with the client, and deliver exposures in a way that gets the most from treatment. Case studies, including one on cynophobia, illustrate the process. The course is approved by the Australian Counselling Association for CPD hours and includes guidance on troubleshooting resistance.
In this practical and evidence-informed session, experienced CBT therapist and trainer Dr. Colinda Linde provides clinicians with a focused exploration of exposure-based interventions for phobias. Drawing on clinical experience and established cognitive-behavioural models, Dr. Linde emphasises exposure as the cornerstone of effective phobia treatment.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to tailor exposure work to the unique features of an individual’s specific phobia. The talk explores the process of collaboratively developing exposure hierarchies and ensuring that exposures are delivered in a way that maximises therapeutic outcomes. Whether working with simple or complex phobias, this talk equips psychologists with the tools to implement exposure therapy with greater confidence and precision.
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:
Explain the theoretical basis for using exposure in the treatment of phobias.
Identify key elements that make exposure therapy effective.
Conduct a functional assessment of a phobia to guide treatment planning.
Collaboratively construct and implement an exposure hierarchy with clients.
Troubleshoot common challenges and resistance in exposure-based interventions.