Description
Resistance is a response to a perceived threat. When we find that a client is not moving towards goal achievement, resistance may be the issue. With this understanding, clinicians can respond more effectively to engage clients when resistance emerges. In this training, participants will discover a wide range of practical tools, techniques and activities and strategies will be provided which can be brought into any therapeutic relationship to reduce the incidence of resistance emerging.
Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate sources of resistance (client/clinician/external).
- Recognize how resistance can be triggered or magnified unintentionally and know what to do when this happens.
- Apply client-centered approach which is non-judgmental to allow for a more constructive response to resistance.
- Use tools and techniques to turn resistance into engagement.
- Apply judgment in choosing the right tool for the right age and the right setting.
Who Should Attend
This training suitable for mental health professionals, clinicians, psychotherapists, social workers, counsellors and more.
Course Dates & Format
There are no scheduled dates for this course at this time, however in-service is available.
This is a 6-hour training. This course consists of two 3-hour interactive virtual sessions using Zoom.
Instructors: Greg Lubimiv, MSW, RSW
Greg Lubimiv is a retired Executive Director of a children’s mental health centre which provides services including day treatment, trauma assessment and treatment, and intensive services. With over 35 years of experience in children’s mental health and child welfare, Greg is considered an expert in childhood trauma, grief and loss, and vicarious trauma. He holds a Masters of Social Work from U. of T. and is a certified play therapist / supervisor with the Canadian Association of Child and Play Therapy. He has received awards and recognition for his work in children’s mental health and for services to military children and families. Greg is well known as a passionate presenter who focuses on making content concrete, practical and fun.
Training Fee
Group Registration: Save 20% off individual fees with a group registration of 4 or more participants. Download the group registration form HERE.
Continuing Education Information
Licensing boards and professional organizations will grant Continuing Education credits for attendance at their discretion when participants submit the course outline and certificate.
In-Service
This is available as an in-person or virtual in-service training and customized to suit your needs.
