On-Demand: Advanced Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to Treat Perfectionism - 5 CEUs

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• CE Hours Included: 5 Core (please see below for details)
• Format: On-Demand Webinar (“Asynchronous”) ~ At your leisure to be viewed at your own pace. You may pause, rewind, and fast forward at any point during the videos. You are in complete control of how you view this workshop. It also comes with a PowerPoint and references. There is a quiz at the end to ensure viewing and required by all CE approval organizations.
• Investment: $120 (provides lifetime access!)
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• Presented by: Melissa Stringer, LPC & Diana Garcia, LMHC (see bios below)
• Instruction Level: Advanced
• Target Audience: Psychologists, Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists, Psychotherapists, Other Mental Health Professionals
• Required Prerequisite: Since this is an advanced workshop, taking the first ACT for Perfectionism workshop prior to this course is ideal. Alternatively, some prior knowledge of ACT is highly recommended. For the first course, click here. You can also purchase the discounted bundle for both courses on ACT for Perfectionism here.
• This workshop is not yet available; by pre-registering, you will receive immediate access when it becomes available in May.

Learning Objectives:

In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Describe features of perfectionism from an ACT lens.
• Identify six core processes and their corresponding core yearnings for an ACT-consistent conceptualization of perfectionism.
• Prepare a functional analysis using interactive tools designed to target experiential avoidance effectively.
• Create a treatment approach that emphasizes function over form and reflects the client’s values.
• Apply tailored interventions to strengthen psychological flexibility and self-compassion.

Workshop Description:

Do you have perfectionistic clients that need your help? If you want to deepen your understanding of perfectionism through an ACT lens, enhance your case conceptualization skills, and learn actionable tools to increase psychological flexibility, this workshop is for you! This advanced, interactive workshop is the perfect follow-up to the foundation laid in our previous session, ACT for Perfectionism, which you may still take on-demand here.

In this workshop, we’ll dive deep into the complex nature of perfectionism, offering a comprehensive ACT framework for treating it effectively. You’ll leave with practical skills to use in your clinical work, whether you’re dealing with clients who are struggling with rigid standards, conditional self-worth, or an inability to tolerate any perceived failures.

You will understand how perfectionism presents itself in a multitude of ways across different individuals and contexts. We will review how perfectionistic mindsets and behaviors are shaped over time. Additionally, we will provide an overview of ACT’s six core processes and the deeper, underlying yearnings of each. These insights will allow you to tailor interventions to your client’s unique experiences, rather than just focusing on surface-level symptoms.

Through observing role plays, you will identify how to spot perfectionistic behaviors that function as experiential avoidance and develop strategies to intervene in a way that makes sense for the individual. The emphasis will be on addressing the function of perfectionistic behaviors, not just their form or appearance. We’ll move beyond "cookie-cutter" interventions and demonstrate a more flexible treatment approach that aligns with your clients’ values.

Lastly, we will explore specific interventions that help clients increase their psychological flexibility while cultivating self-compassion. You’ll leave with actionable tools to support clients in breaking free from the cycle of perfectionism and embracing a more flexible, value-driven life.

Who Should Attend:
This is an advanced workshop designed for therapists and clinicians already familiar with ACT basics. If you joined us for ACT for Perfectionism last spring, this workshop will serve as an excellent follow-up. If you have experience with ACT and want to build on your knowledge to treat perfectionism, you’ll benefit from the deeper dive into case conceptualization and intervention strategies. We’re excited to have you back (or meet you for the first time) and help you sharpen your skills in working with perfectionism through an ACT lens!

Note: Some prior knowledge of ACT is highly recommended. If you’re new to ACT or didn’t attend the first part of this series, we recommend reviewing some basic ACT principles or taking the original ACT for Perfectionism workshop before jumping in. We look forward to seeing you there!

Presented by:

Melissa Stringer, LPC

Melissa Stringer is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board-Certified Telemental Health Provider based in Dallas, Texas. She founded Connect & Reboot to provide effective virtual therapy grounded in contextual behavioral science. Although she enjoys the challenge of working with a wide array of mental health challenges, she specializes in treating individuals suffering from anxiety and trauma-related disorders.

Melissa’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Master of Counseling Psychology from Louisiana Tech University. She has worked in the mental health field since 2009 across various settings and roles. She has experience working in long-term care facilities, community mental health centers, substance abuse treatment, and internationally recognized virtual therapy platforms. Additionally, Melissa has extensive experience working with diverse populations and cultures as the spouse of a former active-duty military member.

Melissa’s passion for this line of work is reflected in her efforts to continuously grow professionally. She has written several mental health-related articles for GoodTherapy.org, Healthline.com, and Pollen Magazine. She is a member of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science. Most recently, she has collaborated with her colleague to form Two ACT Fan Girls, a hub for training other professionals in the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approach. She is currently working towards becoming a Peer-Reviewed ACT Trainer.

Diana Garcia, LMHC

Diana M. Garcia, MS, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor based in Florida. She founded Nurturing Minds Counseling, specializing in helping overwhelmed millennials regain their confidence and live boldly.

Diana's qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Science in Psychology from Florida International University, and she has been working in the mental health field since 2013. With extensive experience as a Primary Therapist and Director of Counseling Services at a local university, Diana has a wealth of knowledge and expertise to offer her clients. Diana's areas of focus include helping individuals manage anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and low self-esteem. She also works with couples struggling to communicate and reignite their connection. Diana is fluent in Spanish and is passionate about working with first-generation individuals.

Dedicated to her professional development, Diana is certified as a Daring Way Facilitator, guiding individuals through Dr. Brené Brown's transformative teachings. She is also a member of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science, staying at the forefront of innovative therapeutic approaches. In her upcoming book, "Negative Thoughts Happen: How to Find Your Inner Ally When Your Inner Critic Shows Up," Diana offers practical tools and insights to cultivate self-compassion and resilience. Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy principles, her book is a powerful resource for those seeking to make peace with their inner critic.

5 Core "Asynchronous" CEs Included - Details by License Type Below:

• PSYCHOLOGISTS: The Knowledge Tree is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Knowledge Tree maintains responsibility for this program and its content. For more detailed information on the current CE ruling in Georgia, or if you are licensed in another state or country, please click here.
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• MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS: TKT has applied for approval for this workshop through the Georgia Association for Marriage & Family Therapy (GAMFT). If you are licensed in another state or country, please click here for more detailed information.

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