The ABCs of OCD: A Primer for Diagnosis & Evidence-Based Treatment

The International OCD Foundation reports that the average person with OCD struggles for 15 years before they receive an accurate diagnosis and best-practice treatment. OCD symptoms often do not fall within stereotypes of OCD and therefore can be difficult to recognize. This interactive workshop will assist behavioral health providers in recognizing and diagnosing OCD in its various subtypes, including presentations that may be referred to as “pure-O.” The trainer will discuss case formulation and the basics of treatment using CBT with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which research shows to be a first line treatment for OCD and related disorders. Participants will also be introduced to Inference-Based CBT, a ground breaking newer treatment option with promising research support.

See below for information on Kyrie Russ, the presenter. If you'd like to get a sense of her style and an intro to facing our fears with exposure, check out her recent Practical Psych Podcast episode, The Science of Fear and How to Master It.

Learning Objectives:

Develop the ability to recognize and assess OCD in various subtypes
Learn the difference between obsessions and compulsions including subtle mental compulsions
Learn case formulation and conceptualize treatment utilizing CBT with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), as well as an introduction to utilizing the inference-based model.
Understand the mechanism of treatment through models of Habituation and Inhibitory Learning theories
Apply knowledge to case examples

Target Audience:

Behavioral health providers (counselors, social workers, psychologists, psychiatric providers)

Training Methods:

Lecture with powerpoint slides (handouts provided)
Discussion
Case Studies
Application exercises during screen breaks

This virtual workshop will be held via Zoom. An access link and training materials will be delivered via the email you used to register, one week prior to the training.

Schedule:

Tuesday, June 18, 2024, 9:00-12:00 (Mountain Standard Time )

CE Information:

3 CE hours

Mount Helena Counseling, PLLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7345. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Mount Helena Counseling, PLLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Participants living outside of Montana are responsible for verifying that their state licensing board accepts NBCC approved courses.

To earn CE credit, attendees must log in at the scheduled time and attend the full 3 hours, and then complete an online course evaluation at conclusion of training. A CE certificate will be sent by email within 10 days after program.

Participants will receive a certificate of completion which documents date, name, title , trainer, and hours earned. Content meets criteria for CE requirements in the state of Montana for LCPC/LCSW/LAC/LMFT. Check with your state licensure board rules for specific requirements.

This is a LIVE-ONLY training. There will not be a recording available.

Questions?

Contact the presenter directly by emailing kruss@mounthelenacounseling.com or phone: (406) 438-6439.

Speaker

Kyrie Russ, MS, LCPC

Practice website: www.mounthelenacounseling.com

Blog/training newsletter: https://montanamentalhealthtraining.substack.com/

Kyrie Russ is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Montana and the owner of Mount Helena Counseling, PLLC, an NBCC approved continuing education provider. Her practice focuses on providing evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in its multitude of applications, Exposure with Response Prevention, Inference-Based CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Metacognitive Therapy. Her clinical practice predominately serves clients with OCD, Anxiety and Phobias, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, and disordered eating.

Kyrie is a native Montanan who is passionate about ensuring that clients in rural areas have access to high quality mental health services. She expanded her practice into training and consultation and founded the Montana CBT Conference, as she has noticed gaps in educational opportunities for behavioral health providers in rural areas. She offers trainings throughout the year to state and national audiences, as well as individual and small group case consultation programs related to treating OCD, eating disorders, and basically anything related to CBT! She additionally provides consultation related to the business of private practice.

Prior to private practice, Kyrie was the Associate Director of Counseling Services in a college setting. Her educational and career background has led to a passion for teaching, both with clients and with other counselors. She strives to help clients understand why we do what we do, how the mind works, and practical strategies for change. Prior to becoming a therapist, Kyrie worked for Cornell University's extension service, disseminating research-based human development information to the public.

Kyrie has an undergraduate degree in Human Development from Montana State, a Master's Degree in Adult Education from Buffalo State College, and a Master's degree in Counseling from the University of Great Falls (now the University of Providence). She has received advanced CBT training through the International OCD Foundation and participates in ongoing consultation with experts in the field.

Refund Policy

Refunds are not available for this training, however, you may transfer your registration to another participant. Please contact the organizer about this option.