Self-compassion Interventions for Increasing Psychological Flexibility
PRESENTED BY Katharine rogers, psyd
2 CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITs
BASE is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. BASE maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
DESCRIPTION
Through this course, practitioners will develop a deeper understanding of self-compassion interventions, allowing them to better support their clients and themselves. While it is not required, it will be helpful for participants to have foundational knowledge of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as we will be working to understand and apply self-compassion techniques from this evidence-based framework. The core processes of ACT, which cultivate psychological flexibility, have been linked to self-compassion in a variety of ways (Harris, 2013; Hayes et al., 2012; Hayes, 2008; Marshall & Brockman, 2016; Neff & Tirch, 2013; Sahdra et al., 2023; Yadavaia et al., 2014). Psychological flexibility has been defined as the ability to be present, demonstrate openness, and do what matters with value clarity and committed action (Harris, 2021). As such, practitioners will learn a variety of empirically-informed strategies to target specific clinical presentations and will walk away with exercises to implement in their practice.
LEARNING OBJECTIONS
Based on the content of this workshop, you will be able to:
·Describe the core components of self-compassion interventions, as defined by Kristin Neff, and their efficacy for both client and clinician use.
·Examine the relationship between self-compassion and psychological flexibility as it relates to the six core processes of the ACT model (i.e., contact with the present moment, values, committed action, self-as-context, defusion, and acceptance).
·Demonstrate an understanding of common barriers to self-compassion and how to overcome them in one’s clinical practice.
·Articulate the therapeutic techniques the modality provides and begin applying them to presenting concerns such as perfectionism and body image dissatisfaction.
AUDIENCE
This program is appropriate for mental health practitioners who utilize ACT and would like to better understand how to integrate self-compassion interventions into their work. Training is at an introductory level.
RESOURCES
Harris, R. (2021). Trauma-focused ACT: A practitioner's guide to working with mind, body, and emotion using acceptance and commitment therapy. Oakland, CA: Harbinger Publications.
Harris, R. (2013). Getting unstuck in ACT: A clinician’s guide to overcoming common obstacles in acceptance and commitment therapy. Oakland, CA: Harbinger Publications.
Hayes, S. C., Strosahl, K. D., & Wilson, K. G. (2012). Acceptance and commitment therapy: The process and practice of mindful change. New York. NY: The Guilford Press.
Marshall, E. J. & Brockman, R. N. (2016). The relationships between psychological flexibility, self-compassion, and emotional well-being. Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy: An International Quarterly, 30(1), 60-72.
Neff, K.D., & Tirch, D. (2013). Self-compassion and ACT. In T.B. Kashdan & J. Ciarrochi (Eds.), Mindfulness, acceptance, and positive psychology: The seven foundations of well-being (pp. 78– 106). Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications.
Sahdra, B., Ciarrochi, J., Fraser, M., Yap, K., Haller, E., Hayes, S., Hofmann, S., & Gloster, A. (2023). The compassion balance: Understanding the interrelation of self- and other-compassion for optimal well-being. Mindfulness, 14, 1997-2013.
Yadavaia, J. E., Hayes, S. C., & Vilardaga, R. (2014). Using acceptance and commitment therapy to increase self-compassion: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science, 3(4), 248-257.
PROFESSIONAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES
There is no commercial support for this CE program, instructor, content of instruction, or any other relationship that could be construed as a conflict of interest. There is no endorsement of products.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations will be accepted and payments refunded in full up to two (2) weeks prior to any training event. Following two weeks prior to the event, a credit for future trainings matching the amount already paid for that event’s registration will be given to registrants who cancel their registration, for whatever reason, up to two (2) days prior to the event date. This credit can only be applied to one future training, regardless of its cost. If the cost of the future training is less than the amount paid, the difference will be lost. If the cost of the future training is greater than the credit, then the balance will become due at registration time. If a registrant cancels or no-shows within two days of the event date, a refund will not be given.
LOCATION
BASE Office: 1515 Mockingbird Lane, Suite 580, Charlotte, NC 28209
ACCESSIBILITY
BASE strives to ensure that each CE program is accessible to all participants. If you would like any accommodations, please contact us at 704-910-8381.
QUESTIONS
Please contact us at info@findyourbase.com or 704-910-8381 if you have any questions or grievances about the program.
WAITLIST
If this program is full, please email us at info@findyourbase.com to indicate your interest. If someone cancels we will contact you.