Recently the field of neuroscience has enlightened and enhanced the understanding of the biological basis of anxiety. Not only do we have knowledge of what causes anxiety from a brain-based perspective, neuroscience has shown how certain practices can improve anxiety. These new found discoveries present opportunities for improvement in the treatment of anxiety and stress. Join Dr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan in this webinar, and learn her keys for successful anxiety treatment. Dr. Schreiber-Pan integrates brain-based strategies for calming the anxious mind with client communication techniques that motivate change in your clients. Heidi’s approach promotes adherence to treatment and strengthens the therapeutic alliance – which is essential when working with anxious, worried, traumatized, or obsessive clients. Learn how to ascertain the underlying neurological processes that impact anxious symptoms for clients while developing client engagement in treatment using personalized goals and attending to the therapeutic relationship. Dr. Schreiber-Pan will give you tools and techniques to: Identify and treat the roots of anxiety in both the amygdala and the cortex as well as explain “the language of the amygdala” in an accessible, straightforward way. The presentation will help clinicians identify how the cortex contributes to anxiety, and empower clients with strategies to resist anxiety-igniting cognitions.
https://nefesh.org/workshops/BackwardsBicycle2/viewFREE WEBINAR
The Backwards Bicycle and Other Neuroscience Tricks for Anxiety, Panic and, Worry!
Previously Recorded
Presenter: Dr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan
Course Length: 6 Hours
Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate the ability to discern and address the neural underpinnings of anxiety within the amygdala and the cortex.
- Explain the language and functions of the amygdala in a clear and understandable manner, facilitating effective psychoeducation.
- Identify the specific contributions of the cortex to the manifestation of anxiety symptoms, employing neuroscientific principles.
- Empower clients with concrete and personalized strategies for challenging and mitigating anxiety-triggering thought patterns.
- Evaluate the concept of "rewiring the brain" as a potent therapeutic approach for interrupting the cycle of anxiety.
- Explain the transformative nature of therapy as a process centered around personal growth and self-reinvention.
This workshop Offers 6 Continuing Education Credits
This webinar is recorded and will not grant live credits.
Recently the field of neuroscience has enlightened and enhanced the understanding of the biological basis of anxiety. Not only do we have knowledge of what causes anxiety from a brain-based perspective, neuroscience has shown how certain practices can improve anxiety. These new found discoveries present opportunities for improvement in the treatment of anxiety and stress. Join Dr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan in this webinar, and learn her keys for successful anxiety treatment. Dr. Schreiber-Pan integrates brain-based strategies for calming the anxious mind with client communication techniques that motivate change in your clients. Heidi’s approach promotes adherence to treatment and strengthens the therapeutic alliance – which is essential when working with anxious, worried, traumatized, or obsessive clients. Learn how to ascertain the underlying neurological processes that impact anxious symptoms for clients while developing client engagement in treatment using personalized goals and attending to the therapeutic relationship. Dr. Schreiber-Pan will give you tools and techniques to: Identify and treat the roots of anxiety in both the amygdala and the cortex as well as explain “the language of the amygdala” in an accessible, straightforward way. The presentation will help clinicians identify how the cortex contributes to anxiety, and empower clients with strategies to resist anxiety-igniting cognitions.
Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate the ability to discern and address the neural underpinnings of anxiety within the amygdala and the cortex.
- Explain the language and functions of the amygdala in a clear and understandable manner, facilitating effective psychoeducation.
- Identify the specific contributions of the cortex to the manifestation of anxiety symptoms, employing neuroscientific principles.
- Empower clients with concrete and personalized strategies for challenging and mitigating anxiety-triggering thought patterns.
- Evaluate the concept of "rewiring the brain" as a potent therapeutic approach for interrupting the cycle of anxiety.
- Explain the transformative nature of therapy as a process centered around personal growth and self-reinvention.
Agenda:
- Welcome and Introduction (20 minutes):
- Welcome participants to the webinar.
- Provide an introduction to the topic.
- Define what Neuro-counseling is.
- The concept of Neuro-counseling (70 minutes):
- Explain the core concept of Neuro-counseling.
- Discuss the practical application of neuroscience in clinical practice.
- Explore the potential of Neuroplasticity in therapeutic interventions.
- Client Friendly Explanations (60 minutes):
- Teach effective methods for conveying complex neurological concepts to clients in an understandable manner.
- Explore the two neural pathways involved in anxiety.
- Highlight key brain structures relevant to anxiety.
- Bottom Up and Top-Down Techniques (100 minutes):
- Dive into techniques that work from the "bottom up" and "top down" to rewire the brain for increased resilience.
- Discuss practical methods for implementing these techniques in therapy.
- Neuroplasticity & Medication (20 minutes):
- Explore the relationship between Neuroplasticity and medication in the context of anxiety treatment.
- Discuss any potential integration of medication with neuroscientific approaches.
- Experiential Tools to Rewire (60 minutes):
- Provide hands-on experience and guidance on using meditation, self-compassion, breath-work, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as tools to rewire the brain.
- Discuss the practical aspects of incorporating these tools into therapy sessions.
- Summary, Review, and Closing (30 minutes):
- Summarize the key takeaways from the webinar.
- Review important concepts and techniques covered throughout the session.
- Conclude the webinar, thanking participants and addressing any final questions or comments.
This presentation is open to:
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.
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