Behavioural Solutions for Depression: A Masterclass

Depression is one of the leading causes of disability and is often a co-morbid condition with pain, sleep and other issues. Not everyone with depression needs therapy and or medication, and for many sufferers, Behavioral Activation (BA), which can be delivered by any healthcare professional, is the best evidence based approach.

This course is for psychologists, counsellors, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, kinesiologist and any other healthcare pro who is eager to bolster their expertise in depression management using BA. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner seeking to refine your therapeutic approach or a novice clinician aiming to build foundational skills, this course offers valuable insights and practical tools to enhance your clinical practice.

Upon completion of this course, participants will emerge equipped with a robust toolkit of practical strategies from BA that effectively address depression and guide clients towards a durable recovery. By mastering BA techniques and seamlessly integrating them into their practice, participants will not only elevate their proficiency in engaging and supporting clients but also significantly improve treatment outcomes.

Join us on this transformative journey as we revolutionize depression management in clinical practice, fostering holistic well-being and empowering individuals towards a brighter future.
Sharpen your skills and receive AOTA CEUs!
AMP Healthcare Education is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity approval ID# 0000017474. This distance learning-independent activity is offered at 1.05 CEUs, intermediate, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

*The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Duration


10hrs

Format

Videos
Articles
Assignments

Learners

All healthcare providers

Core Skill


Behavioural Activation

Mode of Delivery

Virtual
Self-paced

Your Instructor

Colleen Carney CPsych

Special Needs Requests

Learners requiring accommodations are encouraged to contact us at admin@amp-healthcare.ca. AMP Healthcare Education makes reasonable efforts to address identified needs in a timely and confidential manner to support equitable participation.

Behavioural Solutions for Depression

Through video presentations, case studies, discussion boards, examples of activity logs, and reproducible handouts, you will take away practical strategies to use immediately with any client. Finish this course armed with tools you can use in your very next session.
Course Objectives
Assessment & Certification
Target Audience
Disclosure Statement

Course Objectives

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

Differentiate behavioural patterns, including avoidance, withdrawal, and inactivity, that can contribute to the development and maintenance of depression.

Analyze client activity patterns using Behavioural Activation frameworks and tools to identify relationships between activities, mood, avoidance, pleasure, and mastery.

Select and apply appropriate Behavioural Activation strategies based on identified patterns of avoidance, inactivity, and reinforcement.

Apply Behavioural Activation principles to support client engagement in meaningful daily activities, routines, and desired occupations within the context of their individual goals and circumstances.

Assessment & Certification

AMP Healthcare Education is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity approval ID# 0000017474. This distance learning-independent activity is offered at 1.05 CEUs, intermediate, OT Service Delivery and Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

In order to receive a course certificate and, for AOTA CEU seekers, CEUs, participants will be expected to complete all of the lessons (watch 100% of video lessons and open all E-books/PDFs) and submit all reflection practices. Participants will also be expected to complete a Knowledge Tests throughout and at the end of the course with a minimum passing grade of 80% AND submit an evaluation of the overall learning experience.

Target Audience

This is an intermediate level course designed for Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Psychotherapists as well as other rehabilitation and mental health providers looking to gain evidence and skills for integrating Behavioural Activation principles and techniques into practice. 

No previous learning or expertise in the content area of Behavioural Activation is required. There are no pre-requisites to taking this course.

Disclosure Statement


Financial Disclosure: Dr. Colleen Carney receives compensation from AMP Healthcare Education as the developer and instructor of this course. Dr. Carney also receives royalties on books that she has authored and that are mentioned within the course. Dr. Carney's books are useful supplementary materials but are not used as the evidence-base for the course itself. Nor are her books required reading for participation in this course.

Non-Financial Disclosure: Dr. Colleen Carney has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.

Course Sections

Testimonials

What our learners say

I used to feel stuck helping patients with depression, especially those who seemed glued to the couch and stuck in avoidance. But this handed me tools like Activity Scheduling and the Daily Activity Record, and suddenly, I wasn’t just spinning my wheels anymore. It’s been incredible watching them find their spark again. If you’re tired of guessing what might help, this course is a no-brainer. You’ll laugh, learn, and leave with tools that work!
I work with a lot of patient's with depression, insomnia and chronic pain so I am always looking for solutions that can support each on these problems. To my surprise, BA is one stone that helps with all 3 of these birds. I was able to draw the connection between each issue and see a common solution, BA, for them. I got a great framework for assessment and treatment strategies and more tools for navigating tricky conversations with these folks. I wish I had taken this course so much sooner!

Dr. Colleen Carney Ph.D, CPsych  
Director of the Sleep and Depression Laboratory

Meet your instructor
Dr. Colleen E. Carney is an Associate Professor and Director of the Sleep and Depression Laboratory at Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada. She is the current President of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT), Insomnia and Other Sleep Disorders Special Interest Group.

Dr. Carney was previously on faculty at Duke University Medical Center, where she was a recipient of the prestigious National Sleep Foundation’s Pickwick Fellowship. Her main research areas are: how to best treat insomnia in the context of other mental health conditions and understanding comorbid insomnias.

As part of her clinical trial research, she and her students provide free Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for those with insomnia and other conditions. She trains students and mental health providers in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia at invited workshops, and international conferences each year, as well she helps practices implement CBT-I via intensive staff training and longterm consultation in varied treatment settings (e.g., primary, family care, mental health clinics).

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We’re confident you’ll love learning with us, but we understand that sometimes plans change!

That’s why we offer a 30-day guarantee for our self-paced courses.

If you decide to change your mind within 30 days of signing up, simply email us at admin@amphealthcare.ca, and we’ll gladly provide a refund, minus a 10% processing fee.

Your learning journey is important to us, and we’re here to support you every step of the way!