Applying Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Anxiety and Depression aims to provide participants with additional skills and knowledge regarding the applicability of ACT to depression and anxiety. Key features of ACT will be discussed including, use of the core principles drawn from the ACT model (e.g. defusion, acceptance and valued ACTion) that can be used in what order for maximum effectiveness as part of case planning and formulation.
In addition this workshop will explore quick, effective techniques to help your clients to understand their relationship and overcoming their struggle(s) with depression and anxiety.
Facilitated by Mental Health Education Hub SA.
Target audience
An intermediate course for all mental health clinicians.
Prerequisites
Completion of a foundational or introductory ACT training workshop.
Course length and delivery method
3 ½ hours.
Available by Zoom or face to face.
Outcomes
At the end of the workshop participants will have an increased understanding of:
- the applicability of ACT. for the management and prevention of depression and anxiety
- ways to apply the various core principles that ACT offers specifically to depression and anxiety
- ACT-ivation of case formulation and planning
- resources and creative techniques to utilise.
Upcoming courses
See the Mental Health Education Hub SA training calendar for a list of upcoming dates.
Cost
- $65.45 ($60.00 + $5.45GST)
- $0 for all SA public mental health workforce including placement students
An administration fee of $25.00 will apply to all participants if you do not attend without notice on the day, or cancel within 24 hours of the course commencing.
Registering for the session
All registrations are to be submitted using the online form. If you experience any technical issues, email forms@sa.gov.au.
Relevant completion documentation is required at time of submission.
If you do not receive registration status correspondence within 10 working days of registering, or have any other issues email MentalHealthEducationHub@sa.gov.au.
The Mental Health Education Hub SA does not maintain waiting lists.
Course evaluation
We require all participants to complete an online evaluation form. It should only take a minute for you to complete and all information provided is confidential and anonymous. Your feedback assists us in maintaining and enhancing the quality of our programs.
Contact us
Email HealthMentalHealthLearning@sa.gov.au if you:
- have any issues or enquiries relating to this course
- need help completing the enrolment form.
- have not received a confirmation email after 10 days of enrolling