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Effective Strategies for Assessment and Treatment of Anxiety Disorders
Earn up to 6 CE/CME Hours
Martin M. Antony, PhD
 Anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent of
psychological problems, affecting more than 20% of individuals at some point in their lives. The most salient features of the anxiety disorders include panic attacks, fear, worry, tension, avoidance of feared
situations, and a tendency to engage in compulsive rituals or other overprotective behaviors. Not surprisingly, anxiety disorders can lead to significant impairment across a wide range of life domains,
including work and school, social functioning, and family life. Fortunately, effective methods have been developed for assessing and treating the full range of anxiety disorders.
This workshop provides in-depth training in evidence based techniques for helping people who suffer from anxiety disorders. Proven strategies for treating panic disorders with and without agoraphobia, social anxiety
disorders, specific phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and post traumatic stress disorder will be provided. The
workshop begins with an overview of the anxiety disorders, their key features, and their causes. This is followed by a detailed presentation of strategies for the assessment of
anxiety disorders. Most of the workshop will emphasize evidence-based treatments for anxiety. Attendees will learn about the current status of biological interventions,
including established medications and alternative approaches (e.g., herbal products). Detailed, step-by-step guidelines for cognitive and behavioral therapies will also be
provided. The most important elements of the treatment will be illustrated using videotaped case vignettes. Dr. Antony will provide a comprehensive handout, as well as a complete list of recommended readings.
Workshop Objectives
Attend this powerful workshop and enhance your ability to:
- Distinguish among various types of anxiety disorders.
- Develop a comprehensive assessment plan.
- Identify which medications work for anxiety-related problems.
- Explain which psychological treatments work for particular anxiety disorders.
- Identify practical strategies for using cognitive therapy with individuals suffering from anxiety disorders.
- Summarize step-by-step methods for treating anxiety disorders using exposure-based therapies.
Workshop Agenda
7:45 am Registration and CE/CME Check-in
8:30 am Overview of the Anxiety Disorders
- Diagnostic features of panic disorder, agoraphobia, social phobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, post traumatic stress disorder
- Biological factors in the etiology of anxiety
- Psychological factors in the etiology of anxiety
- Demographic features of anxiety disorders
Assessment of the Anxiety Disorders
- Screening questions for anxiety disorders
- Interview-based assessment
- Monitoring diaries
- Behavioral assessment
- Selecting self-report questionnaires
Medication Treatments for Anxiety Disorders
- Selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors
- Other antidepressants
- Benzodiazepines
- Herbal and natural treatments
- Selecting among medication options
Lunch NOON (on your own)
1:30 pm Overview of Cognitive and Behavioral Treatments
- Selecting targets for treatment
- Presenting the treatment rationale
Cognitive Strategies for Treating Anxiety Disorders
- Structure of cognitive therapy session
- Challenging anxious beliefs using cognitive therapy
- Mistakes to avoid in cognitive therapy
- Video demonstration
Exposure-Based Strategies for Anxiety Disorders
- Overview of exposure-based treatments
- Getting the most out of exposure
- Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing
- Improving homework compliance
- Imaginal exposure for PTSD
- Symptom exposure for panic disorder
Integrating Cognitive and Behavioral Treatments
- Selecting among CBT strategies
- Sample protocol for panic disorder and agoraphobia
- Sample protocol for social phobia
- Recommended readings
Hotel Links
Registration Information
$145 Early Registration (postmarked 14 days or more prior to workshop)
$165 Regular Registration ($185 onsite registration, if space is available)
Group discounts and a limited number of workshop aide positions are available.
Aide positions must be filled by phone, fax or mail. Please call for availability.
To register by phone call 650-851-8411. Or click below to register on-the date and location desired.
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