PsyD. Colloquia Series
Love
of God, Love of Neighbor, and Love of Self: Towards a Faithful
Integration of Theology and Mental Health Care -
In her video presentation “Love of God, Love of Neighbor,
and Love of Self: Towards a Faithful Integration of Theology
and Mental Health Care,” Dr. Tonya Armstrong discusses
the faithful integration of both psychology and theology. In
addition to examining the major aims of both disciplines, practical
examples are offered on the promotion of mental health care within
the greater context of pastoral care (e.g., models of congregational
care ministry).
Tonya Armstrong
Biography
Course Fee: $35 CE
Hours: 2
A
Spiritual Self-Psychology - In his video presentation "A
Spiritual Self Psychology", Dr. James W. Jones discusses
contemporary psychoanalytic models of self development (e.g.,
theories of Hans Kohut). Subsequently, he ties such explanations
to life as a Christian and the development of the spiritual self.
Lastly, Dr. Jones explores the incorporation of spiritual selfhood
into the psychotherapeutic context.
James
Jones Biography
Course
Fee: $35 CE Hours: 2
Ethical
Decision-Making & the APA Ethics Code - In his presentation “Ethical
Decision-Making & the APA Ethics Code,” Dr. Stephen
Behnke discusses the process of ethical decision-making and how
it relates to the APA Ethics Code. He explains the interrelatedness
of ethics, law, and clinical practice, especially highlighting
the principles of confidentiality, testimonial privilege, informed
consent, and multiple relationships. The 1996 U.S. Supreme Court
case Jaffey
versus Redman is examined in view of its implications for mental
health professionals.
Stephen
Behnke Biography
Course
Fee: $35 CE Hours: 2
Beyond
Healing: The Science and Practice of Positive Psychology -
In his dynamic and interactive presentation “Beyond Healing:
The Science and Practice of Positive Psychology,” leading
expert Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman discusses the history, theory,
science, and application of this burgeoning field. He offers an
extensive overview of the key concepts and scientific research
that undergirds the positive psychology movement. Lastly, he describes
cutting edge research developments and applications.
Martin E.P Seligman Biography
Course Fee: $35 CE Hours: 2
What
Difference Does Difference Make: Deconstructing Social Privilege,
Disadvantage and Multiple Identities Psychotherapy Practice - In
her presentation “What Difference Does Difference Make: Deconstructing
Social Privilege, Disadvantage and Multiple Identities Psychotherapy
Practice,” Dr. Beverly Greene discusses how individual differences
and multiple identities shape the psychologist’s view of
themselves and their clients. In addition, she explains various
social and cultural phenomena as they relate to individual and
group differences (e.g., social privilege and disadvantage).
Beverly Greene Biography
Course Fee: $35 CE Hours: 2
Treatment
of Childhood Phobic and Anxiety Disorders: The State of the Evidence -
In his presentation “Treatment of Childhood
Phobic and Anxiety Disorders: The State of the Evidence,” Dr.
Thomas H. Ollendick discusses the research evidence for treating
these disorders, concentrating most heavily on cognitive-behavioral
approaches and pharmacotherapy. In addition, he offers several
suggestions for clinicians and researchers working in this area.
Thomas H. Ollendick Biography
Course Fee: $35 CE Hours: 2
Is
Emotional Memory Special? - In her presentation “Is
Emotional Memory Special?” Dr. Suzanne Corkin discusses
emotional memory and its significance, citing several relevant
research findings. She explains the major brain networks and
brain areas involved in emotional memory, along with its underlying
cognitive processes (e.g., encoding mechanisms, enhancement effects).
Suzanne Corkin Biography
Course Fee: $35 CE Hours: 2
Spiritual Integration Series
What
God has joined together? A Christian case for gay marriage:
A discussion at Regent University of the book authored by Myers
and Scanzoni. -
This is a group discussion of the book by David Myers and
Letha Scanzoni that advocates gay marriage from a Christian
perspective. The group discussion takes place in the School
of Psychology and Counseling at Regent University, Virginia
Beach, Virginia. The discussion is led by Dr. Mark Yarhouse
and several faculty members and students join in on a discussion
of each of the chapters by Myers and Scanzoni.
Mark A. Yarhouse Biography
Course Fee: $35 CE Hours: 2
