Defining the Problem, treatment struggles, and the self of the therapist
A Thanksgiving Weekend Special
This advanced course comprehensively explores the complex and multifaceted issue of domestic violence, structured in two parts. It offers an in-depth overview of domestic violence, including detailed definitions, an exploration of the psychological and systemic barriers that prevent victims from seeking help, and advanced techniques for assessing domestic violence within clinical practice. Core clinical challenges and treatment dynamics that therapists face when working with victims of domestic violence will be examined, with an emphasis on evidence-based interventions. Additionally, the course will analyze the therapist's role in advocacy, identifying when advocacy becomes appropriate or when it conflicts with the therapeutic process. Through case study analysis, participants will develop advanced skills in assessment, safety planning, and ethical decision-making tailored to diverse populations. This course is designed for postgraduate-level clinicians seeking to deepen their expertise in working with victims of intimate partner violence.
https://nefesh.org/workshops/CoreCompetencies/viewFREE WEBINAR
Core Competencies in Intimate Partner Violence:
Defining the Problem, treatment struggles, and the self of the therapist
Sunday, December 01, 2024, 12:30 PM EST - 4:30 PM EST
Presenter: Lisa Twerski, LCSW
Course Length: 4 Hours
Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate and critique definitions of domestic violence through case study analysis and scholarly literature, identifying key factors relevant to clinical practice.
- Demonstrate the use of advanced assessment techniques in domestic violence cases through the analysis of case studies
- Reflect on and manage personal and professional reactions to disclosures of domestic violence.
- Analyze and apply culturally sensitive treatment approaches for domestic violence within Orthodox Jewish communities, evaluating case studies to recommend appropriate interventions.
This workshop Offers 4 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits
A Thanksgiving Weekend Special
This advanced course comprehensively explores the complex and multifaceted issue of domestic violence, structured in two parts. It offers an in-depth overview of domestic violence, including detailed definitions, an exploration of the psychological and systemic barriers that prevent victims from seeking help, and advanced techniques for assessing domestic violence within clinical practice. Core clinical challenges and treatment dynamics that therapists face when working with victims of domestic violence will be examined, with an emphasis on evidence-based interventions. Additionally, the course will analyze the therapist's role in advocacy, identifying when advocacy becomes appropriate or when it conflicts with the therapeutic process. Through case study analysis, participants will develop advanced skills in assessment, safety planning, and ethical decision-making tailored to diverse populations. This course is designed for postgraduate-level clinicians seeking to deepen their expertise in working with victims of intimate partner violence.
Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate and critique definitions of domestic violence through case study analysis and scholarly literature, identifying key factors relevant to clinical practice.
- Demonstrate the use of advanced assessment techniques in domestic violence cases through the analysis of case studies
- Reflect on and manage personal and professional reactions to disclosures of domestic violence.
- Analyze and apply culturally sensitive treatment approaches for domestic violence within Orthodox Jewish communities, evaluating case studies to recommend appropriate interventions.
Agenda:
1 Hour: Defining Domestic Violence and Assessing Victim Responses
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Introduction to Domestic Violence (20 minutes)
- Overview of domestic violence definitions, focusing on both the legal and clinical perspectives.
- Examine various frameworks, including coercive control and entrapment.
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Understanding Victim Behavior and Barriers to Disclosure (20 minutes)
- Explore the reasons victims may not come forward, using case studies and research to highlight common barriers.
- Discuss help-seeking behaviors and differential strategies victims use to cope.
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Recognizing Subtle Signs of Disclosure in Therapy (20 minutes)
- Teach participants how to identify non-verbal and indirect disclosures of domestic violence during therapy.
- Provide case study analysis where these subtleties are demonstrated, offering insight into reading between the lines.
1 Hour: Assessment Techniques and Therapist Roles in Domestic Violence Cases
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Safe and Comprehensive Assessment for Domestic Violence (30 minutes)
- Guide participants in using safe assessment tools and techniques, including how to ask direct and indirect questions about abuse.
- Discuss cultural sensitivity in assessments, with an emphasis on working with diverse communities.
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Therapist Roles and Boundaries (30 minutes)
- Define the potential roles therapists may adopt in domestic violence cases—therapist, advocate, and mediator—and how to balance them.
- Discuss when advocacy is appropriate versus when it may overstep the therapeutic role. Include ethical dilemmas that may arise.
1.5 Hours: Core Clinical Struggles and Therapist Reactions in Domestic Violence Treatment
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Core Clinical Struggles and Ethical Issues (30 minutes)
- Address common therapeutic challenges, such as navigating client fear, distrust, and ambivalence about leaving abusive situations.
- Discuss the role of therapist self-awareness, using structured self-reflection exercises to manage personal reactions.
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Safety Planning and Crisis Management (30 minutes)
- Outline strategies for creating safety plans in different scenarios: in-crisis, planning to leave, and for those returning to the abuser.
- Discuss risk factors and warning signs for escalation and how therapists should intervene.
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Intervention Plans and Long-Term Support (30 minutes)
- Design long-term treatment plans for survivors, addressing emotional recovery, empowerment, and reintegration.
- Use case studies to show how individualized interventions can be developed and modified over time.
30 Min Conclusion and Q&A
- Open the floor for questions related to the core competencies covered, offering practical guidance for participants' clinical practice.
- Discuss resources available for further learning and support regarding domestic violence treatment.
This presentation is open to:
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.
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