Defining Moments in Couples Therapy-Neuroscience in the Consulting Room – Susan Johnson, James Coan
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Overview
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Author: Susan Johnson, James Coan
- Faculty:
- Susan Johnson | James Coan
- Duration:
- 3 Hours 44 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Copyright:
- Mar 19, 2016
Description
Understanding the neurobiology of the brain not only explains how change happens, it also translates into more effective psychotherapy. In this dynamic demonstration-workshop, Sue Johnson, EdD and James Coan PhD offer a dialogue demonstrating the relevance of neuroscience to the process of repairing couples relationships. Together the presenters will review recorded couples therapy sessions to explore how neurobiological insights can inform and help shape a therapist’s moment-by-moment decision-making.
Handouts
Handout – Part 1 (476.5 KB) | 28 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
Handout – Part 2 (6.7 MB) | 23 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Outline
Overview of couple’s therapy
- Recognizing EFT in therapy
- Using a clear, systematic approaches to get the best outcomes – Attachment Theory
Experiencing couple’s therapy
- Discover how relationships affect the brain with James Coan
- Evoke the attachment panic to activate brain function
- Exposure to a recorded couple’s therapy session
Concluding remarks with Sue Johnson and James Coan
- Explaining client vulnerabilities and what it means for treatment
- Techniques to help couples change and grow through each other for a better sense of self
Faculty
Susan Johnson, Ed.D. Related seminars and products: 38
Dr. Sue Johnson, is an author, clinical psychologist, researcher, professor, popular presenter and speaker and a leading innovator in the field of couple therapy and adult attachment. Sue is the primary developer of Emotionally Focused Couples and Family Therapy (EFT), which has demonstrated its effectiveness in over 30 years of peer-reviewed clinical research.
Sue Johnson is founding Director of the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT) and Distinguished Research Professor at Alliant University in San Diego, California, and Professor, Clinical Psychiatry at the University of British Columbia, Canada, as well as Professor Emeritus, Clinical Psychology, at the University of Ottawa, Canada.
Dr. Johnson is the author of numerous books and articles including Attachment Theory in Practice: EFT with Individuals, Couples and Families (2019) The Practice of Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy: Creating Connection (3rd edition, 2019) and Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy with Trauma Survivors (2002).
Sue trains behavioral health providers in EFT worldwide and consults to the over 75 international institutes and affiliated centers who practice EFT. She also consults to Veterans Affairs and the U.S. and Canadian militaries.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Susan Johnson receives compensation as a tenured professor for the University of Ottawa. She receives royalties as an author for Little Brown, ICEEFT, Brunner Routledge, and Guilford Press. Dr. Johnson receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Susan Johnson has no relevant non-financial relationship to disclose.
James Coan, PhD Related seminars and products: 2
James Coan, PhD, associate professor of clinical psychology at the University of Virginia, is the recipient of the Association for Psychological Science’s Spence Award for Transformative Early Career Contributions. He’s the author of The Handbook of Emotion Elicitation and Assessment.
Curriculum
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Requirements
- Professional Background: Participants should have a foundational understanding of psychotherapy principles, particularly in couples therapy.
- Technical Needs: Access to a computer or mobile device with internet connectivity to view course materials.
- Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English to comprehend course content effectively.
Features
- Expert Instruction: Insights from renowned experts Susan Johnson and James Coan on the intersection of neuroscience and couples therapy.
- Practical Application: Analysis of recorded therapy sessions to demonstrate real-world application of neurobiological concepts.
- Comprehensive Content: Approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes of in-depth material covering theory and practice.
- Flexible Learning: Digital format allows for self-paced study, accommodating various schedules.
Target audiences
- Therapists and Counselors: Professionals specializing in couples therapy seeking to integrate neuroscience insights into their practice.
- Psychologists and Psychiatrists: Mental health practitioners aiming to enhance their therapeutic techniques with neurobiological perspectives.
- Graduate Students: Individuals pursuing advanced studies in psychology or counseling interested in contemporary approaches to couples therapy.