Training In CBT & Other Evidence-Based Psychological Therapies
Introduction
Individuals with BDD are excessively preoccupied with perceived flaws in their appearance that are not noticeable or appear slight to others. BDD is common (affecting 2% of the population), causes considerable distress, and seriously impacts important areas of functioning. This workshop will show participants how to effectively conceptualise and treat BDD using specifically tailored CBT.
The event will be equivalent to 5.1/2 hrs of CPD.
Content
The session will cover the diagnosis and different presentations of BDD. The processes that lead to a distorted body image (so-called ‘imagined ugliness’) will be described. The main overt and covert mechanisms that maintain preoccupation and appearance distress will be outlined. Special attention will be paid to helping individuals with this ‘imagined’ problem feel understood. The workshop’s primary aim is for participants to gain a practical understanding of how to focus and discriminate CBT skills to best help individuals with BDD.
Learning Objectives
• An understanding of the key features and maintenance processes of BDD.
• Understanding key similarities and differences to related disorders such as OCD, Anorexia, and social anxiety.
• Knowledge of some of the common pitfalls to avoid.
• Awareness of areas to focus on that can enhance process and keep therapy on track.
• Key strategies in engagement and conceptualisation of BDD
• How to tailor CBT (including ERP) for individuals with BDD.
Training Modalities
Didactic presentation, illustrative case material, Q&A, videos, and polls.
Key References
Phillips, K. A. (2005). The broken mirror: understanding and treating body dysmorphic disorder. Oxford University Press, USA
Phillips, K. (Ed.). (2017). Body dysmorphic disorder: Advances in research and clinical practice.
Veale, D., Boocock, A., Gournay, K., Dryden, W., Shah, F., Willson, R., & Walburn, J. (1996). Body dysmorphic disorder: a survey of fifty cases. The British Journal of Psychiatry, 169(2), 196-201.
Veale, D. (2004). Body dysmorphic disorder. Postgraduate medical journal, 80(940), 67-71.
Veale, D., & Neziroglu, F. (2010). Body dysmorphic disorder: A treatment manual. John Wiley & Sons.
About the presenter
Rob has been involved in treatment research of BDD for all his 30-year career. He has been Chair of charity The BDD Foundation for the past 11 year - the only charity in the world specifically devoted to the condition. Rob co-authored the book ‘Overcoming BDD’ with David Veale and Alex Clarke.
Who should attend
This event is suitable for high intensity practitioners, psychologists, nurse therapists, counsellors, and psychiatrists.