Habit Reversal Treatment for Body Focused Repetitive Movements

CE Hours 3

About this live event

Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), such as hair pulling (trichotillomania), skin picking (excoriation disorder), and nail biting are compulsive disorders that significantly impact individuals' daily lives and emotional well-being. Habit Reversal Training (HRT) has emerged as an evidence-based behavioral intervention that effectively addresses these challenging behaviors. This presentation will provide mental health professionals with a comprehensive understanding of HRT, its theoretical underpinnings, and its practical application for treating BFRBs. Participants will explore the core components of HRT, including awareness training, competing response training, and stimulus control strategies. The course will highlight adaptations for diverse populations, discuss the integration of HRT with other therapeutic modalities, and review the latest research findings on its efficacy. Through case studies, interactive exercises, and discussion, attendees will enhance their skills in tailoring HRT interventions to meet individual client needs, fostering improved outcomes in managing BFRBs. By the end of the session, participants will gain practical tools and strategies to implement HRT effectively in their practice, supporting clients in reducing BFRBs and improving quality of life.

Learning Objectives

Define BFRBs and describe their impact on mental health and daily functioning.
Explain the principles and steps of Habit Reversal Training.
Apply HRT techniques to develop individualized treatment plans for clients with BFRBs.

Learning Levels

Intermediate

Target Audience

This live interactive webinar is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, MFT's and Addiction Professionals.

Agenda

11:00-11:30am BFRBs & Their Impact on Mental Health and Daily Functioning

11:30-12:30pm Principles & Steps of Habit Reversal Training

12:30-12:45pm BREAK

12:45-1:15pm HRT Techniques to Develop Treatment Plans

1:15-2:15pm Real-Time Practice

Live event Instructor(s)

Madina Alam

LMHC

Madina Alam is a licensed mental health therapist in Charlotte, North Carolina. She is trained in a type of cognitive behavioral therapist (CBT), called exposure response prevention (ERP). ERP is a type of therapy that shows people how to make change versus just talking about it. Exposure work is found to be the #1 type of treatment, research backed to help improve anxiety, trauma and depression. Madina specializes in anxiety related disorders, helping people with their relationships, mood and overall functioning. Talking about how we feel and understanding ourselves is only a small part of change. It means nothing without the follow thru of changed behavior, in session! She believes therapy is similar to personal training…you wouldn’t go to your trainer and talk about why you haven’t been working our or how to workout, you would actually workout!

She is also known for their participation in the 28th season of the popular reality show, 'The Bachelor'. She firmly believes in making mental health discussions more appealing and less stigmatized. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), she uses her platform to promote the importance of therapy and mental health, often emphasizing that ‘saying how you feel is sexy'. Madina's bold and empowering stance has inspired many of her followers to prioritize their mental health and seek professional help when needed. In addition to their advocacy work, Madina is also a talented speaker and model. Her commitment to breaking down stigmas and promoting mental health awareness continues to inspire.

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