Course Code: REL-BHC-0-SP7
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Describe the overall impact of the clinician's feelings toward the client on the therapeutic relationship.
Explain how clinicians can be aware of their personal reactions toward clients and integrate them into treatment.
Indicate strategies to manage personal reactions that impact the therapeutic relationship.
Outline:
Introduction (00:00:25)
What We Learned About Having Feelings About Clients (00:00:59)
Countertransference Versus Genuine Feelings (00:03:43)
Reflecting on Our Feelings and Biases (00:06:04)
What Is Therapeutic Neutrality? (00:09:55)
Label the Feelings and Understand What They Mean (00:13:51)
What It Means to Like a Client and How It Can Impact Therapy (00:21:11)
Unpacking the Nuances of Disliking a Client (00:29:47)
Addressing Negative Feelings While Taking Care of Yourself (00:35:47)
Strategies to Manage Personal Reactions Toward Clients (00:42:11)
When Safety Is the Issue (00:48:23)
Signs You Should Terminate the Relationship or Refer Out (00:50:07)
Key Takeaways (00:57:09)
Subject Matter Expert: Bridgett Ross, PsyD
Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.
Subject Matter Expert: Sara Seidel Beall, NCC, LCMHC
Sara received her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from New College of Florida and Master’s degree in Community Counseling from Appalachian State University. Sara is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Sara has over 20 years of behavioral health counseling experience, including for profit, non-profit and private practice work. Sara is the Product Manager for Behavioral Health, and she has been with Relias since 2015.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Marriage and Family Therapists; Professional Counselors; Psychologists; Social Workers; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.