ACT and FAP Matrix Class

In this course you will learn how to integrate the fundamentals of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Functional Analytic Psychotherapy with the Matrix model, a simple intuitive model of clinical behavior analysis you can share with clients. In this distance learning format, you and a small group of colleagues will meet for six (6) online sessions with Benjamin Schoendorff, MA, MSc. The course uses engaging didactics, experiential exercises, and between session practice with clients and support from your trainer to help you learn how to:

Present the ACT model to clients through the Matrix and help them increase their ability to notice the relevant processes and get moving,
Collaboratively conceptualize your clinical cases with your clients,
Foster deep and empathic therapeutic relationships with your clients that help move powerful clinical processes,
Collaboratively develop appropriate and specific in-between sessions assignments,
Flexibly identify workable clinical interventions that get clients and therapy unstuck,
Use a variety of techniques designed to maximize your client’s psychological flexibility and actions toward a rich and meaningful life.

This course includes the rare opportunity to benchmark the growth of your skills with a before, after and follow-up assessment of your matrix skills!

Homework Requirement: Expect to spend between one to two hours per week on homework assignments.

Dates & Times: Classes will be held on the following Wednesdays: February 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, March 7th and 14th, from 11:00-12:45 pacific time/12:00-1:45 mountain/1:00-2:45 central/2:00-3:45 eastern/19:00-20:45 GMT. A technical hook-up session to test drive the technology is planned for Wednesday January 25th, same time.

Technical Requirements: You will need a USB headset and computer with high speed internet access plugged in by Ethernet cable (rather than wifi). Because of bandwidth requirements, exclusive access to the connection during class is important.

Level: All experience levels

Price: $300

To Register: Go here. Registration is limited and will be first come, first served.

If you have any questions please contact Kelly Koerner k.koerner@comcast.netor Katie Patricelli kpatricelli@practiceground.org.

Instructor Credentials:
Benjamin Schoendorff, MA, MSc, M.Ps. is a licensed psychologist in Québec and a peer-reviewed ACT trainer who has pioneered the introduction of ACT in France before recently moved to Montreal, where he works as a clinician and researcher at the Fernand-Seguin research center of the Louis H. Lafontaine Hospital. Benji is interested in the integration of different models of clinical behavior analysis and ways to make the powerful tools of these approaches intuitive and easy to use for clinicians. The author of 2 books and several chapters on ACT and FAP, he has a particular interest in the integration of FAP and ACT within a broad and flexible framework. He believes that the flexibility ACT promotes and the deep and meaningful relationships FAP encourages are powerful levers to get even the most difficult clients moving again.

Psychologists: The Evidence-Based Practice Institute (EBPI) is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. EBPI maintains responsibility for the program and its content. EBPI has allocated 12 hours of CE within APA guidelines. After you successfully complete a program (attendance at all scheduled sessions), your CE certificate will be emailed to you.

Accreditation Statements & Continuing Education Information: FYI: Licensing and continuing education requirements vary by state. Please contact your state's regulatory authority to verify if this course meets your licensing and/or continuing education requirements.