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MemoryCare.com Names the Best Facilities for Senior Memory Care in Charlottesville, VA


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MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Charlottesville, Virginia. The guide identifies 4 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia. In Charlottesville, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer’s increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.

“There’s a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Charlottesville, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer’s related deaths,” says Joyce Collins. “MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities.”

Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Charlottesville, VA, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/charlottesville-va-facilities/

2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Charlottesville, VA (in alphabetical order)

Commonwealth Senior Living at Charlottesville

Phone: (434) 481-1631

Address: 1550 Pantops Mountain Pl., Charlottesville, VA 22911

Web: commonwealth-senior-living-at-charlottesville

Morningside of Charlottesville

Phone: (434) 971-8889

Address: 491 Crestwood Dr., Charlottesville, VA 22903

Web: morningside-of-charlottesville

RoseWood Village at Hollymead Town Center

Phone: (434) 963-7673

Address: 2029 Lockwood Dr., Charlottesville, VA 22911

Web: rosewoodvillage.com

The Colonnades

Phone: (434) 333-7161 or (732) 710-4817

Address: 2600 Barracks Rd., Charlottesville, VA 22901

Web: the-colonnades

ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM

MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.

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MemoryCare.com Names the Best Facilities for Senior Memory Care in Jacksonville, FL


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MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Jacksonville, Florida. The guide identifies 14 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia. In Jacksonville, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer’s increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.

“There’s a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Jacksonville, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer’s related deaths,” says Joyce Collins. “MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities.”

Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Jacksonville, FL, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/jacksonville-fl-facilities/

2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Jacksonville, FL (in alphabetical order)

Anam Parc

Phone: (904) 732-4545

Address: 4294 Tanglewilde Dr. S., Jacksonville, FL 32257

Web: anamparc.com

Arbor Terrace Ortega

Phone: (904) 674-3720

Address: 5760 Timuquana Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32210

Web: arbor-jacksonville-ortega

Atria Park of San Pablo

Phone: (904) 337-6834

Address: 14199 William Davis Pkwy., Jacksonville, FL 32224

Web: atria-san-pablo-jacksonville-fl

Autumn Village Inc

Phone: (904) 384-7506

Address: 1103 Barrs St., Jacksonville, FL 32204

Web: autumn-village

Camellia at Deerwood

Phone: (904) 299-6801

Address: 10061 Sweetwater Pkwy., Jacksonville, FL 32256

Web: camelliaatdeerwood.com

Cypress Village

Phone: (904) 413-0892

Address: 4600 Middleton Park Circle E., Jacksonville, FL 32224

Web: brookdale.com/cypress-village

Elmcroft of Timberlin Parc

Phone: (904) 250-0857

Address: 7620 Timberlin Park, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Web: elmcroft-of-timberlin-parc-florida

HarborChase of Jacksonville

Phone: (904) 339-8194

Address: 3455 San Pablo Rd. S., Jacksonville, FL 32224

Web: harborchase.com/jacksonville

HarborChase of Mandarin

Phone: (904) 886-2806

Address: 12350 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32223

Web: harborchase-mandarin

Starling of San Jose

Phone: (904) 510-5482

Address: 9075 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32257

Web: starling-at-san-jose

Sunrise of Jacksonville

Phone: (904) 257-1483

Address: 4870 Belfort Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32256

Web: sunrise-of-jacksonville

The Windsor at Ortega

Phone: (904) 323-3281

Address: 5939 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32205

Web: the-windsor-at-ortega

The Windsor at San Pablo

Phone: (904) 701-0718

Address: 4000 San Pablo Pkwy., Jacksonville, FL 32224

Web: the-windsor-at-san-pablo

Thrive at Deerwood

Phone: (904) 513-6990

Address: 8929 RG Skinner Pkwy., Jacksonville, FL 32256

Web: memorycare-deerwood

ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM

MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.

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Houston Museum of Natural Science Is Now A Certified Autism Center™


HMNS Sensory Guide

Part of the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s mission is to enhance in individuals the knowledge of and delight in natural science and related subjects, and what better way to accomplish that than to foster a welcoming and accessible environment for all audiences to enjoy our exhibitions.

The Houston Museum of Natural Science was recently designated a Certified Autism Center™, which is awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to organizations committed to serving individuals with autism and other sensory needs through a formal certification process. The certification requires at least 80% of guest-facing staff complete evidence-based training, including more in-depth training and certification for managers and education staff, as well as an onsite review which will allow the Museum to provide sensory guides for all exhibits as well as enhance other aspects of the museum experience for guests with sensory sensitivities.

“The Houston Museum of Natural Science is thrilled to receive the status of Certified Autism Center™ through IBCCES. Access to science and the arts is so important for everyone, and we are proud to have gone through staff training and evaluations in order to better serve people with autism and sensory sensitivities. We are excited to continue moving forward in an inclusive direction and hope to offer more resources, staff training, and programming that will provide a welcoming environment for all at HMNS,” said Matti Hammett, Accessibility Programs Manager.

For almost 20 years, IBCCES has been the industry leader in cognitive disorder and autism certification for healthcare, education and corporate professionals around the globe. IBCCES recognized that many families with children who have special needs have limited travel and recreation options. In response to this need, IBCCES created training and certification programs specifically for the hospitality and travel industry. While many destinations tout “autism-friendly” options, this phrase means something different to everyone and does not necessarily indicate a true understanding or commitment to serving these guests.

“Part of the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s mission is to enhance in individuals the knowledge of and delight in natural science and related subjects, and what better way to accomplish that than to foster a welcoming and accessible environment for all audiences to enjoy our exhibitions. I am proud to be a part of an organization that is dedicated to making access and inclusion a priority and know that we’re only moving forward from here,” said Joel Bartsch, Houston Museum of Natural Science President.

More families and individuals are seeking out destinations and organizations that have completed a certification program through an accredited source. IBCCES is the only credentialing organization providing this type of certification, which includes evidence-based information as well as the perspectives of individuals with autism, alongside other tools and resources such as onsite reviews and customized recommendations to ensure the program is a long-term commitment and has a lasting impact.

“The team at the Houston Museum of Natural Science is very dedicated to this process and we’re proud to work with an organization that is committed to long-term changes and provides such a valuable resource to the Houston community and its visitors,” said Myron Pincomb, IBCCES Board Chairman.

IBCCES also created AutismTravel.com, a free online resource for parents that lists certified destinations and connects families to other resources and each other. Each destination listed on the site has met Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) requirements.

About Houston Museum of Natural Science

One of the nation’s most heavily attended museums-is a centerpiece of the Houston Museum district. With four floors of permanent exhibit halls, and the Wortham giant screen theatre, Cockrell butterfly center, Burke Baker planetarium, and George observatory, and as host to world-class and ever-changing touring exhibitions, the museum has something to delight every age group. With such diverse and extraordinary offerings, a trip to the Houston museum of natural science, located at 5555 Hermann Park Drive in the heart of the museum district, is always an adventure.

About IBCCES

Delivering The Global Standard For Training and Certification in The Field of Cognitive Disorders – IBCCES provides a series of certifications that empower professionals to be leaders in their field and improve the outcomes for the individuals they serve. These programs are the only training and certification programs endorsed by the largest grassroots autism organization in the world, The Autism Society of America, and recognized around the world as the leading benchmark for training and certification in the areas of autism and other cognitive disorders.

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CBT Foundational Workshop Scheduled for Clinicians in July; 33 CE Credits for Clinicians, NY Social Workers and all Psychologists


Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants (CBC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CBC maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants, SW CPE, is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board of Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0219.

Lata K. McGinn, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of Cognitive Behavioral Consultants.

This five-day training program, now in its seventh year, was created by Dr. Lata K. McGinn in response to requests from clinicians who often learn Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through self-study and are looking to increase their ability to apply CBT strategies in their current practices.

CBT Foundational Workshop Scheduled for Clinicians

The Five-Day Training provides participants with 33 CE credits and the required hours necessary to apply for credentialing through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy

Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) will host a Five-Day Foundational Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) workshop July 6 through July 10, 2020 at the Schwartzberg Training Center at CBC, located at 1 North Broadway in White Plains, New York, only thirty minutes north of Manhattan. This Workshop is for mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in clinical practice. Thirty three Continuing Education Credit Hours will be offered for this training to NY Social Workers and all Psychologists.

This intensive five-day training program, now in its seventh year, was created by Dr. Lata K. McGinn in response to multiple requests from clinicians who often learn Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through self-study or workshops and are looking to increase their ability to apply CBT concepts and strategies in their current practices. Clinicians also have the valuable opportunity to receive ongoing consultation following the training. Upon completion, attendees will have received the required hours of training in cognitive behavior therapy necessary to apply to become a Certified Diplomate through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy.

The training will cover a range of strategies, foundational to advanced, including:

  • Creating a CBT case conceptualization with the client’s participation to produce meaningful treatment plans and guide therapeutic interventions
  • Defining behavioral targets with precision and measuring treatment outcomes
  • Utilizing specific cognitive and behavioral strategies, including psychoeducation, cognitive restructuring, exposure and response prevention, skills training and more
  • Using CBT with couples, parents, and children/adolescents

Mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in practice are invited to attend. Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CBC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants, SW CPE, is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board of Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0219.

Workshop registration postmarked before June 8th is $1,400 or $1,200 for students. For more information or to register, visit http://cbc-psychology.com/events/five-day-cbt-foundational Questions can be directed to 914-385-1150 or via email at training@cbc-psychology.com. Group rates are available upon request.

About Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants, LLP

CBC is a clinical and training center comprised of internationally recognized mental health professionals who have researched, pioneered, and are highly experienced in training and providing consultation to mental health professionals, as well as delivering cutting edge evidence-based treatments that help adults, adolescents, and children live more fulfilled lives. Founded in 2004 by Drs. Lata K. McGinn and Alec L. Miller, leaders in the fields of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the CBC team provides a large array of Clinical and Wellness services to the public, provides Custom Designed Programs for schools, agencies, and businesses, and Continuing Education for Professionals in the field of psychology.

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Help.org Names the Best Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers in Auburn


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Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Auburn, California for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 6 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.

According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Auburn, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Auburn with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.

The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Auburn. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Auburn, California please visit https://www.help.org/best-drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-auburn-ca/.

2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Auburn, California (in alphabetical order)

Aegis Roseville

1133 Coloma Way, Suite C

Roseville CA 95661

916-774-6647

Chapa-De Indian Health Program Inc Substance Abuse Services

11670 Atwood Road

Auburn, CA 95603

530-887-2800

Granite Wellness Centers

12183 Locksley Lane, Suite 101 – 104

Auburn, CA 95602

530-885-1961

Hope Canyon

2821 Lange Avenue

San Diego, CA 92122

619-343-2395

Hope, Help and Healing, Inc. Outpatient

11960 Heritage Oak Place, Suite 20

Auburn, CA 95603

530-885-4249

New Dawn Treatment Centers

9960 Business Park Drive, Suite 160

Sacramento, CA 95827

866-969-4300

ABOUT HELP.ORG

Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org’s team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.

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Help.org Names the Best Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers in Birmingham


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Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Birmingham, Alabama for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 5 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.

According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Birmingham, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Birmingham with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.

The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Birmingham. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles.

For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Birmingham, Alabama please visit https://www.help.org/best-drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-birmingham-al/.

2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Birmingham, Alabama (in alphabetical order)

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Centers Inc/Pearson Hall

2701 Jefferson Avenue SW

Birmingham, Alabama 35211

(205) 923-6552

Aletheia House

201 Finley Avenue West

Birmingham, AL 35204

(205) 324-6502

Expect A Miracle, Inc.

16 Oporto-Madrid Blvd. N.

Birmingham, AL 35206

(205) 502-7274

Fellowship House Inc.

1625 12th Ave. South

Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 933-2430

Wellstone

4040 South Memorial Parkway

Huntsville, AL 35802

(256) 533-1970

ABOUT HELP.ORG

Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org’s team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.

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Help.org Names the Best Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers in Augusta


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Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Augusta, Georgia for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 10 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.

According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Augusta, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Augusta with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.

The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Augusta. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Augusta, Georgia please visit https://www.help.org/best-drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-augusta-ga/

2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Augusta, Georgia (in alphabetical order)

Hope House Recovery

P.O. Box 3597

Augusta, GA, 30914

706-737-9879

No Longer Bound

2725 Pine Grove Road

Cumming, GA 30041

770-886-7873

Ogeechee Behavioral Health Services

223 North Anderson Drive

Swainsboro, GA 30401

478-289-2522

RiverMend Health Centers

2812B Hillcreek Drive

Augusta, GA 30909

844-681-0879

Serenity Behavioral Health Systems

3421 Mike Padgett Highway

Augusta, GA 30906

706-432-4800

Steppingstones to Recovery

2610 Commons Boulevard

Augusta, GA 30909

706-733-1935

The Hale House Foundation, Inc.

402 Walker Street

Augusta, GA 30901

706-722-3060

Treatment Centers of America

4158 Washington Road

Augusta, GA 30809

706-854-9225

Turning Point Care Center

3015 Veterans Parkway South

Moultrie, GA 31788

229-985-4815

Twin Lakes Recovery Center

398 Highway 11, Southwest

Monroe, GA 30655

877-958-0778

ABOUT HELP.ORG

Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org’s team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.

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New Counseling Practice Open in Bethesda, MD: Flexible Appointment Options Available


Thriveworks, a national counseling chain with 100+ offices, is now open in Bethesda, MD.

Clients can schedule appointments that are convenient for them, as they can choose from daytime, evening, and even weekend appointments. In addition, Thriveworks accepts most major insurance plans, allows cancellations up until 23.5-hours before one’s appointment, and offers online counseling opportunities.

Thriveworks prides itself on being a premium counseling practice and partnering with only exceptional providers. Heidi Faust, Chief Compliance Officer at Thriveworks, says “being selective in the clinicians Thriveworks hires ensures that clients have the best experience possible in therapy.”

Thriveworks offers various mental health services, including individual therapy, couples therapy, marriage counseling, life coaching, therapy for depression, and more. Normal hours of operations are: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-9:00pm and Saturday-Sunday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

About Thriveworks:

The ultimate mission at Thriveworks is to help people live happy, successful lives. Thriveworks believes that anyone can find value in working with a skilled, caring counselor or life coach.

For more information, call (240) 513-3093 or visit https://thriveworks.com/bethesda-counseling/

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DBT Foundational Workshop Scheduled for Clinicians August 31st


Dr. Alec Miller of Cognitive Behavioral Consultants in White Plains and Manhattan will lead a DBT Foundational workshop.

Dr. Alec Miller of Cognitive Behavioral Consultants in White Plains and Manhattan.

The CBC team of professionals, led by Dr. Alec Miller, has a specialized expertise in DBT. Mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in practice are invited to attend this workshop.

DBT Foundational Workshop Scheduled for Clinicians:

The Five-Day Training provides participants with 35 CE Credit Hours

Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants will host a Five-Day Foundational Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) workshop with an Adolescent-Family Emphasis from August 31 through September 4, 2020 at the Schwartzberg Training Center at CBC, located at 1 North Broadway in White Plains, New York, thirty minutes north of Manhattan. This workshop is for clinicians and members of existing consultation teams in agencies and schools. Thirty five Continuing Education Credit Hours will be offered for this training to NY Social Workers and all Psychologists.

CBC has become the first—and only, to date—Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Program in New York State. The DBT- Linehan Board of Certification was formed to develop a comprehensive way to certify individual therapists in their competency to deliver DBT effectively and to certify programs that demonstrate their ability to deliver DBT programmatically with fidelity to the model as it has been researched.

Dr. Alec Miller co-developed DBT for multi-problem and self-harming adolescents which has been established as an evidence-based treatment for this population. Dr. Miller and his CBC colleagues will teach the theories, structure, and practice of the DBT model, including strategies for individual sessions, skills training groups, inter-session coaching, and the effective management of a consultation team. The instructors will utilize various teaching formats including didactics, videos, role-play demonstrations and participant exercises. Research has shown DBT with adolescents to be effective in reducing self-harm behaviors, depression, hopelessness, dropout from treatment, psychiatric hospitalization, substance use and interpersonal difficulties.

The training will cover a range of strategies, and participants will:

  • Understand the biosocial theory of borderline personality disorder and emotion dysregulation as well as how to assess multi-problem youth
  • Practice orientation and commitment strategies effective for teenagers and families
  • Learn the treatment structure and targets for multi-problem, high-risk adolescents
  • Learn the various change and acceptance strategies used in individual DBT
  • Become familiar with the adolescent-family dialectical dilemmas, dialectical thinking and acting and how to teach it to teens and parents
  • Understand how to create and maintain adolescent skills training groups with and without caregivers
  • Learn the DBT skills taught in Rathus & Miller’s DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents

CBC Co-Founder and DBT-Foundational Course Director Dr. Alec L. Miller is a clinical psychologist, teacher, researcher, author, and disseminator of evidence-based treatments to clinical and school settings worldwide. He has conducted federally funded clinical research and published extensively in DBT, including the three leading textbooks titled: Dialectical Behavior Therapy with Suicidal Adolescents; DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents; and DBT Skills in Schools (DBT STEPS-A). He was also a lead trainer and co-investigator of the first randomized controlled trial of DBT with suicidal adolescents that was published in 2014. He has been internationally recognized and received awards for his teaching of clinicians about how to conduct DBT with adolescents and families.

The DBT Foundational will be taught by Dr. Miller and a highly skilled team of CBC instructors who bring the same commitment to science-based training and practice. The CBC team of professionals has a specialized expertise in DBT and stay up to date with the latest cutting-edge advances. CBC instructors provide training and consultation to professionals, consumers, schools, and agencies and treat clients with a range of psychological problems to help them reach their life goals.

Workshop registration and payment postmarked before July 27, 2020 is $1,400 or $1,200 for students. Group rates available upon request.

Mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in practice are invited to attend. Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CBC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants, SW CPE, is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board of Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0219.

For more information or to register for the workshop, http://cbc-psychology.com/events/five-day-cbt-foundational-1 Questions can be directed to 914-385-1150 or via email at training@cbc-psychology.com

About Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants, LLP

CBC is a clinical and training center comprised of internationally recognized mental health professionals have researched, pioneered, and are highly experienced in training and providing consultation to mental health professionals, as well as delivering cutting edge evidence-based treatments that help adults, adolescents, and children live more fulfilled lives. Founded in 2004 by Drs. Lata K. McGinn and Alec L. Miller, leaders in the fields of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the CBC team provides a large array of Clinical and Wellness services to the public, provides Custom Designed Programs for schools, agencies, and businesses, and Continuing Education for Professionals in the field of psychology.

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FlexJobs’ Survey Finds Flexible Work Options Positively Impact Mental Health and May Keep People in the Workforce in Tough Times


“Allowing employees to work flexibly reduces the conflict that we all experience between our personal and professional lives, and equips everyone to better meet their mental, emotional, and physical needs,” said Sara Sutton, Founder, and CEO of FlexJobs.

According to the results of FlexJobs’ Work-Life-Relationship survey, 84% of the 2,100 respondents who have mental illnesses, such as anxiety or depression, said they thought that having a flexible job would help them better manage their mental illnesses. In addition, 35% of the overall pool of 3,900 respondents said they have had to take a break from work because of difficult personal circumstances (i.e., death, divorce, serious physical or mental illness of themselves or a loved one, etc.). Of those, 88% said that if their job had offered flexibility during those circumstances, they would have been able to remain in the workforce.

“As our survey findings confirm, flexible work can play a very positive role in supporting employees who have mental health issues or who are going through difficult life circumstances,” said Sara Sutton, Founder, and CEO of FlexJobs. “According to Mental Health America, more than half of employees are afraid to take a day off to attend to their mental health. Allowing employees to work flexibly reduces the conflict that we all experience between our personal and professional lives, and equips everyone to better meet their mental, emotional, and physical needs. I believe flexible work can help improve the health and happiness of our nation’s workforce and our communities, which is one of the reasons I am such a passionate advocate for it,” Sutton concluded.

83% said that work has conflicted with their efforts to take care of their overall health. However, the results of FlexJobs’ survey suggest that flexible work arrangements can have a positive impact not only on managing mental health, but also improving work-life balance, physical health, romantic relationships, and overall well-being. More findings on these topics below.

Flexible jobs and work-life balance:

Work-life balance tops the reasons people seek flexible jobs (67%). Management heavily influences how workers achieve work-life balance, varying significantly between those who currently have flexible work options and those who do not.

  • • 54% of respondents with flexible work options said their work-life balance was either great or very good, compared to only 29% of respondents without flexible work options who reported the same thing
  • • 21% of respondents with flexible work options say they’re currently stressed by their level of work-life balance, while more than double that, 43%, working without flexible options said the same thing
  • • 35% with flexible work options said “My boss’s work habits make work-life balance easy for me” compared to only 14% of those without flexible work options who said the same thing
  • • 27% with flexible work options said “My boss’s habits make work-life balance difficult for me” but 40% of those without flexible work options said their boss’ habits make work-life balance difficult for them

Flexible jobs and personal health:

  • • 95% of respondents reported that a flexible job would likely make them a happier person in general
  • • 89% thought it would help them take better care of themselves
  • • 86% believed it would decrease their levels of stress
  • • 67% thought it would increase the frequency they exercised

Flexible jobs and non-romantic relationships:

  • • 88% of respondents said having a flexible job would create more time to spend with family
  • • 78% thought it would help them be more available for friendships in their life
  • • 94% of those with children (or plan to have children someday) thought a job with work flexibility would help them be a better parent
  • • 85% of those with pets said it would help them be a better pet owner

Flexible jobs and romantic relationships:

  • • 64% of respondents said having a flexible job would likely benefit their romantic relationship overall
  • • 64% said it would likely improve their sex life
  • • 80% thought that having a job with work flexibility would help them be a more attentive spouse/partner/significant other
  • • 53% thought it would increase time available for dates/date nights

Among other findings, 100% remote work remains the most popular choice for flexible work (80%) for the fifth year in a row, with flexible schedules a second preference (55%), followed by remote work some of the time (4%), part-time schedules (34%), and freelance work (32%).

Companies in the U.S. have added the most workers since May 2015, making it a robust market for job seekers. For people interested in finding remote jobs, FlexJobs recently announced the Top 100 Companies for Remote Jobs in 2020.

To learn more, visit: https://www.flexjobs.com/blog/post/survey-flexible-work-mental-health/ or please contact Kathy Gardner at kgardner@flexjobs.com.

About FlexJobs

FlexJobs is a premium online job service for professionals seeking flexible work, specializing in full-time and part-time remote jobs, employee and freelance jobs, and on-site jobs with flexible, part-time, and alternative schedules. Since its start in 2007, FlexJobs has helped more than 4 million people in their job searches and has created the largest vetted database of legitimate flexible job opportunities in over 50 career categories. In addition, FlexJobs provides robust career support, including curated expert resources and career coaching services, to partner with job seekers in all phases of their journey. A trusted source in the media, FlexJobs has been cited in top national outlets such as CNN, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, CNBC, Forbes, and many others. FlexJobs’ Founder & CEO Sara Sutton has also launched two additional partner sites, Remote.co and 1 Million for Work Flexibility, to help provide education and awareness about the viability and benefits of flexible work. Sutton is the creator of The TRaD* Works Forum (*Telecommuting, Remote, & Distributed), dedicated to helping companies leverage the benefits of telecommuting, remote and distributed teams.

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