THE ART OF EXPOSURE AND RESPONSE PREVENTION

Ready to tackle Obsessive Compulsive Disorder head-on? Discover the gold standard in treatment with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Learn to master ERP and uncover its powerful effectiveness. See how it can be applied to various diagnoses.

• CLASS DESCRIPTION

  Unraveling the Mystery of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: A Guide to Effective Treatment
  
  Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD): it's a complex biological disorder that affects millions worldwide, causing intrusive thoughts and resulting in repetitive behaviors. But there is evidence-based hope.  

  We will explore the gold standard treatment for OCD: Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). This behavioral approach is designed to empower individuals to face their OCD head-on, without resorting to compulsive behaviors. By creating a strategic exposure hierarchy, clients will build resilience and learn to live with uncertainty.
  
  But that's not all - we'll also explore the Inhibitory Learning Model (ILM) and how it can be incorporated into the ERP process. And of course, safety issues when using ERP will be thoroughly addressed.
  

  We will also explore its use in other diagnoses like Phobias, Panic Disorder, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder.  Furthermore, we will examine the multicultural considerations related to ERP, ensuring a well-rounded perspective.

  By the end of this event, you'll also be equipped with the tools to implement ERP effectively with OCD and with other diagnoses.  Don't miss out on this transformative experience. Join us and unlock the secrets to facilitating this therapeutic process.

• CLASS OBJECTIVES

  Class Objectives:

  Participants will understand Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).

  Participants will understand the Inhibitory Learning Model ILM as it applies to ERP.

  Participants will recognize safety issues when using ERP.

  Participants will understand how to use ERP with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Phobias, Illness Anxiety Disorder, Somatic Symptom Disorder, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder.

  Participants will briefly explore multicultural considerations related to ERP.

   

• KD HOLMES, MS, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED (PRESENTER)

  FOUNDER OF KDH COUNSELING & KDH COLLECTIVE

  KD Holmes is a passionate and experienced therapist with 16 years at KDH Counseling specializing in the treatment of anxiety-related disorders such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Phobia, Specific Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. 

  She uses evidence based behavioral approaches like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy , Radically Open DBT & Exposure and Response Prevention to help her clients achieve better outcomes through tangible coaching methods that build self esteem without neutralizing triggers. She is BTTI trained through the IOCDF, and has participated in paid consultation to increase her learning.  Furthermore she also offers trauma processing using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing , Image Transformation Therapy and Deep Brain Reorienting for long term solutions with maximum impact.

   The wisdom of other practitioner's experience, collected data, and developed protocols provides the best outcomes for our clients and for the development of our profession.

• CONSULTATION

  THE LEARNING NEVER STOPS

  INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP CONSULTATION

  Enhance your learning experience with our consultation services. KDH Collective offers individual and group consultation sessions after completing the Anatomy of OCD Continuing Education course.

  $200 an hour 

  

• NBCC APPROVAL

  

  KDH COLLECTIVE HAS BEEN APPROVED BY NBCC AS AN APPROVED CONTINUING EDUCATION PROVIDER, ACEP NO 7323. PROGRAMS THAT DO NOT QUALIFY FOR NBCC CREDIT ARE CLEARLY IDENTIFIED. KDH COLLECTIVE IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ASPECTS OF THE PROGRAMS.