The Kentucky Psychological Association presents a two day workshop

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) - Skill Building & Case Conceptualization
12 CE Credits

Presented by Kelly G. Wilson, Ph. D.
August 21 & 22, 2009
9:00am – 4:30pm
Louisville, KY

Pre-Registration has closed but there will be onsite registration available starting at 8:30 am, Friday, August 21st.

About the Workshop

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is part of a movement in clinical psychological science that sees acceptance, mindfulness, and values as an essential addition to change-oriented cognitive behavioral strategies. This workshop will focus on skill building and case conceptualization from an ACT perspective.  Find out more about what to expect by visiting Dr. Wilson's book website, http://www.mindfulnessfortwo.com.

About the Presenter

Kelly G. Wilson, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of psychology at the University at Mississippi. He is Past President of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science and is one of the co-founders of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Dr. Wilson received his Ph.D. at the University of Nevada, Reno in 1998. He joined the faculty at the University of Mississippi in 2000 where he established the Mississippi Center for Contextual Psychology. Dr. Wilson has devoted himself to the development and dissemination of ACT and its underlying theory and philosophy for the past 19 years, publishing more than 60 articles and chapters, and 5 books. He has central interests in the application of behavioral principles to understanding topics such as purpose, meaning and values, therapeutic relationship, and mindfulness. Dr. Wilson has presented workshops to more than 5000 individuals in 19 countries, and has participated as co-investigator in a wide range of research projects in the U.S., Sweden, Spain, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Romania.

Workshop Objectives

• Describe the six components of psychological flexibility from an ACT perspective.
• Learn key behavioral markers of psychological inflexibility.
• Practice in acceptance, defusion, present-moment focus, self-as-context, values, and commitment interventions.
• Practice at conceptualizing therapist obstacles using the ACT model.
• Learn case conceptualization from and ACT perspective.
• Practice at using the ACT model to understand and create a powerful therapeutic contract and relationship with your most difficult clients.

Audience

This presentation is intended for psychologists, social workers, professional counselors and other mental health professionals.   Students are also invited to attend.

Registration

Registration Fees include lunch.  If you would prefer to have lunch on your own you may deduct $25 from the fee.

Click here for a printable registration form.

*Student registration does not include CE credit.  If CE credit is needed, please register at the full member rate.

Special Advance Savings! Click here to find out how you can save up to 10% off your registration fee by registering for multiple events.

Location

University of Louisville
Shelby Campus
Founder’s Union Building
Louisville, KY 40292
502-852-8571

See below for detailed driving directions.

CE Credits/ Attendance

Psychologists, Social Workers, Professional Counselors, Art Therapists:  This program has been approved for 12.0 CE credits by the Kentucky Psychological Association.  The Kentucky Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.  The Kentucky Psychological Association maintains responsibility for this program and its content. KPA is also approved to offer professional continuing education by the Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology, the Kentucky Board of Social Work, the Kentucky Board of Professional Art Therapists and the Kentucky Board of Professional Counselors.

**APA CONTINUING EDUCATION RULES PROVIDE THAT THOSE ARRIVING MORE THAN 15 MINUTES LATE OR LEAVING EARLY WILL BE UNABLE TO SECURE CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS.  THIS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED.**  Please take traffic and travel time into account.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received on or before August 14, 2009 will be issued a full refund minus a 10% processing fee (based on registration fee paid).  No refunds will be given after that date.  All refund requests must be in writing to KPA, 120 Sears Ave, Ste 214, Louisville, KY 40207 or kpa@kpa.org.

Special Assistance

If you have a need for special assistance, please let the KPA Office know as soon as possible so that we may make appropriate arrangements.  Questions?  Call us at 502-894-0777.

Directions to Shelby Campus

UofL Campus Map

The Shelby Campus is located near the NE corner of the intersection of Hurstbourne and Shelbyville Road. The building is located in the middle of the campus and free parking is available behind the building in the Green lot (no permit needed).

I-65 North: Take the I-264 (Watterson Xway) East exit. After traveling approximately 7 miles, take Exit 20A (Shelbyville Rd. E, US 60/Middletown). Shelby Campus is 2 miles on the left.

I-64 East: Take Exit 12B (I-264 East/Watterson Xway). Then take Exit 20A (Shelbyville Rd., US 60/Middletown). Campus is 2 mi. on left.

I-64 West: Take Exit 15 (Hurstbourne Pkwy., Middletown/Jeffersontown/ Shelby Campus). Turn right on Hurstbourne Pkwy. Travel approximately 2 miles to the intersection of Shelbyville Rd. (US 60). Turn left on to Shelbyville Rd. Campus is approximately ¼ mile on the right.

I-71 South: Take the I-264 (Watterson Xway) West exit.  Take the Shelbyville Road East exit (US 60/Middletown). Campus is 2 mi. on left.

Hotel Accommodations

Conveniently located near the workshop site:

Holiday Inn Hurstbourne / 1325 South Hurstbourne Pkwy. Phone: 1-800-Holiday or (502) 426-2600

Courtyard by Marriott / 9608 Blairwood Rd.  Phone: (502) 429-0006

Louisville Marriott East/ 1903 Embassy Square Blvd.  Phone: (502) 499-6220

Ramada Inn East/ 1902 Embassy Square Blvd.  Phone: (502) 491-2577