Compassion-Oriented Therapies: Discarding Shame for Self-Acceptance (3HR)

Focusing on self-compassion is a therapeutic approach that helps clients release harsh self-judgment so that they can learn how to be caring and accepting of themselves.

In this training, we will explore the impact of self-compassion on the body’s nervous system. We will also examine the role of self-compassion in addressing shame and self-criticism, and discover why it is so important to integrate self-compassion into the healing of trauma.

You’ll learn the main principles of compassion-oriented therapeutic modalities, as well as practical interventions that you can immediately begin using with clients.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify the basic tenets of compassion-oriented therapies
• Discuss the influence of self-compassion on the nervous system
• Recognize how self-compassion can heal shame and self-judgement
• Describe at least five interventions based on self-compassion

Social workers completing this course receive 3 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.

For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 3 hours of Clinical, Evidence-Based Practices, and General Skill Building continuing education training.

Course Instructor: Dreya Blume, MSW, LCSW