Overview:
More than a buzzword, compassion-focused therapy (CFT) is an evidence-supported model for treating the shame and self-criticism that often co-occur with mental illness and substance use disorders. CFT is applicable in trauma-informed treatment settings.
This profound treatment approach isn’t about being more compassionate as a therapist, it’s about encouraging clients to be compassionate to themselves & others, which triggers an emotional response that is essential to well-being.
In this presentation, Dr. Robert cox will discuss about compassion and its utility as a treatment for negative moods.
Objectives:
- Describe the tenets of compassion-focused therapy.
- Evaluate the research literature supporting the use of compassion as a treatment approach.
- Choose compassionate tools for use in various behavioral health settings to support client goals.
Course materials are only available to enrolled students.
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Robert Cox
Robert M. Cox, EdD, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS, CCMHC, NCC, ACS, is an accomplished and dedicated assistant professor in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy, currently working at Pfeiffer University. His wide-ranging experience and expertise in counseling, consulting, training, and supervision have made him a valuable resource for the university counseling and wellness center. Dr. Cox's professional interests revolve around the provision of effective and compassionate mental health services to diverse communities. He has a special focus on crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, substance-affected families, and justice-affected systems. He also has a keen interest in the role of counselors in community organizing, recognizing the need for counselors to engage with and support underserved and underrepresented communities. Dr. Cox is an active contributor to the field of counseling and mental health services. He has published several research articles and book chapters on various aspects of counseling, supervision, and mental health services. He has presented his work at numerous national and international conferences, earning recognition and appreciation for his contributions to the field. As a 2013 NBCC Minority Scholars Fellow, Dr. Cox has a deep commitment to giving back to the community. He has been involved in several initiatives and projects aimed at promoting mental health awareness and improving access to mental health services for underserved populations. He has served on various committees and task forces at the local and national levels, advocating for policies that support mental health and well-being for all.
National Approvals
eCare BHI, as the accredited and approved sponsor, maintains responsibility for all the programs and must abide by each board’s continuing education guidelines.

Professional Counselors — The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
E Care Behavioral Health Institute has been approved by NBCC as an approved Continuing Education Provider. ACEP No. 6703. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. E care Behavioral Health Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Addiction Professionals — NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)
E Care Behavioral Health Institute is officially on file with NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC) as an Approved Education Provider. They are formally known as NAADAC Provider #139138. Please note that E care Behavioral Health Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.

Social Workers — Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
E Care Behavioral Health Institute, #1706, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. E Care Behavioral Health Institute maintains responsibility for this course.  ACE provider approval period: 06-03-2020 – 06-03-2026.Â

CE Broker
CE Broker is a continuing education tracking system in which licensees track their compliance and report their completed CE hours credit (CE Broker Tracking #50-33336)
State Approvals
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- Nevada CPC’s and MFT’s accept ASWB-approved training
- North Dakota Board Of Counselor Examiners LAPC and LAPCS accept ASWB approved training
- Rhode Island Board of Mental Health Counselors and Marriage & Family Therapists MHC’s accept ASWB approved training
- Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council LPC and LPCS accept ASWB approved training
- Utah Division of Professional Licensing – CMHC’s accept ASWB approved training
- Washington State Department of Mental Health MHC’s accept ASWB approved training
- Wisconsin Council on Mental Health LPCS accepts ASWB-approved training
States that Accept NAADAC Approved Providers |
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