Introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis to Improve Outcomes for System Involved Youth

Maggie Mullen, LCSW, DBT-LBC

Training Description

Learn the basics of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp), a collaborative, evidence-based therapy that reduces the distress associated with the symptoms of psychosis and improves overall functioning for system involved youth who experience psychosis. This presentation will introduce you to practical applications of CBTp with system involved youth through discussion, video clips, and opportunities to practice.

Learning Objectives

• Participants will be able to explain the basic theory of CBTp and identify at least 2 CBTp techniques.

• Participants will be able to identify at least 2 strategies for engaging system involved youth with psychosis.