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Harnessing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Treat Eating Disorders

Harnessing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Treat Eating Disorders

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Course

Learn how to apply Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to effectively address eating disorders.

Nationally & state accredited


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What you'll learn

After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:

  • Identify comparative theories, interventions, and empirical evidence regarding the use of group-based Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to treat eating disorder clients.

  • Recognize and utilize 6 specific therapeutic components of ACT to facilitate group therapy in an eating disorder population.

  • Discuss at least 3 clinical implications of delivering ACT in a group format (e.g., enrollment issues, inclusion/exclusion criteria, family participation, determining session length).


Course description

Understanding and addressing eating disorders requires a multifaceted approach, given their complex interplay of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral elements. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers healthcare professionals a potent tool to facilitate patients' psychological flexibility, enabling them to confront and change harmful eating behaviors. This course delves into the principles of ACT, emphasizing its techniques and interventions tailored for those with eating disorders. By integrating ACT's unique strategies, healthcare professionals can empower patients to accept unpleasant emotions, commit to values-driven actions, and ultimately pave the way for meaningful, lasting recovery.


Course content

  • Introduction

  • Brief Review of Eating Disorder Diagnostic Classifications

    • Anorexia Nervosa

    • Bulimia Nervosa

  • Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified

  • Experiential Avoidance: The Underlying Mechanism

  • The Development of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Common ACT Techniques and Strategies

  • Control is the Problem

  • Self as Context

  • Mindfulness

    • Acceptance

  • Commitment to Valued Directions

  • The ACT Therapeutic Relationship: A Critical Element

    • ACT-Related Assessment

  • Implications for Clinical Practice

  • Selecting a Clinical Setting

  • Conclusion

  • References


Course details

CE Broker ID20-1207222
Activity TypeKnowledge-Based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

Author of The Anorexia Workbook and co-author of a professional treatment manual, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Body Image Dissatisfaction. Interests: Application of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to treat eating disorders.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit


Accreditations

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  • Arkansas State Board of Nursing

  • California Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing Assistive Personnel

  • Florida Board of Nursing

  • Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants

  • Florida Board of Nursing Home Administrators

  • Georgia Board of Nursing

  • Kansas State Board of Nursing

  • Kentucky Board of Nursing

  • Michigan Board of Nursing

  • Mississippi Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Certified Nurse Midwives and Licensed Midwives

  • North Dakota Board of Nursing

  • South Carolina Board of Nursing

  • West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses

  • Wyoming Board of Nursing


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Harnessing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Treat Eating Disorders", provides 4 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Nursing, Mental Health. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Nursing Assistant, Social Worker Intern, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Nurse Practitioner, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Master's Social Work, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Michelle Heffner Macera, PhD - Content Expert and Faculty

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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