US psychologists: Develop CBT skills for childhood GAD. This course features practical tools and case examples for young patients.
US psychologists working with children and adolescents who have generalized anxiety disorder will learn how to apply CBT with this population in this course. Persistent worry, restlessness and physical symptoms often affect young clients' daily functioning, and the course addresses the developmental adaptations and engagement strategies needed to help. It reviews CBT principles, explains the cognitive-behavioral model of anxiety, and uses a real-life case study to guide formulation, treatment planning and skills such as worry management, relaxation and cognitive restructuring. Downloadable slides and tools support psychoeducation and skill-building in clinical, school and family-focused settings.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) in children and adolescents often presents with persistent worry, restlessness, and physical symptoms that impact daily functioning. Applying Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) effectively with this population requires a solid understanding of developmental adaptations, engagement strategies, and practical tools.
This CE module explores how to apply CBT techniques with young clients experiencing GAD, beginning with a brief overview of CBT principles and then diving into the CBT conceptualisation of anxiety. Through a real-life case study, you’ll be guided through formulation, treatment planning, and the use of specific CBT skills adapted for children and adolescents.
This course is ideal for psychologists working in clinical, school, or family-focused settings who want to strengthen their confidence and competence in working with anxiety disorders in younger populations.
Includes downloadable slides and practical tools for immediate application
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:
Review core principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and their relevance for child and adolescent populations
Understand the cognitive-behavioural model of anxiety and how it informs case formulation
Apply CBT-specific conceptualisation for Generalized Anxiety Disorder in young clients
Develop tailored treatment plans addressing the needs of anxious children and adolescents
Teach and adapt CBT strategies (e.g., worry management, relaxation, cognitive restructuring) in developmentally appropriate ways
Utilise downloadable resources to support psychoeducation and skill-building in therapy