Therapy in the Ashes

Therapy in the Ashes: 

Helping Clients Thrive Amid Crisis and Unprecedented Unknowns

Dr. Diane Gehart

For those in Los Angeles, recent events remind us of how fragile life can be—and how much we take "normal" for granted.

But this is not just a local story; the world over, we are navigating uncharted waters—pandemics, natural disasters, societal unrest, and more.

Traditional psychotherapy approaches--while important--often fall short during these turbulent times.

Providing empathy, exploring childhood patterns, or reducing irrational thoughts are not enough to meet the challenges of the 21st century.

Now more than ever, we must focus on cultivating equanimity in ourselves and our clients.

Equanimity is the ability to gracefully navigate life's ups and downs with an open heart and curiosity, building resilience in the face of uncertainty.

This course will cover some of the unique dynamics of treating collective trauma in one's own community, as well as provide an overview of resilience-focused treatment and intervention.

Course Details

Cousre Goal and Learning Objectives: 

Goal: The goal of this program is to enable mental health professionals meet the needs of clients experiencing collective trauma.   

Learning Objectives: At the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Describe at least 2 unique clinical considerations for treating trauma related to a natural disaster.
• Explain 2 strategies for helping to promote equanimity and resilience as part of treating collective trauma.
• Use the 5 Pillars of Wellness to help create a foundation for resilience.

CE Approval: This course has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education by the NBCC. Additionally, this course meets the qualifications for 1 hour of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences

Therapy that Works Institute programs are offered for NBCC credit (NBCC ACEP No. 7125). Additionally, the Therapy that Works Institute (Provider #1000141) is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and LEPs. 

Therapy that Works Institute maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.

Course CE certificates will be awarded via email within 24 hours upon completion of all course modules, course quiz, and course evaluation. 

Audience: This course is intended for both new and experience mental health clinicians, including counselors, family therapists, and social workers. 

Accommodations/Grievances: Questions for accommodations and/or grievances related to the course should be directed to [email protected]. These communications will be responded to within 2 working days.

Diversity Policy: The instructor and all participants agree to respect and not discriminate against any individual or group with respect to any service, program, or activity based on gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, or other prohibited basis. Participants whose behavior is disruptive for any reason may be removed from the program/course without receiving CE credit.

Cost: CEs are FREE until January 31, 2025. Afterward, you can purchase the course for $29.

Refund Policy: N/A