Home study

Recognizing and Treating Generalized Anxiety Disorder

WITH MIA NUÑEZ, PhD

ENROLL FOR FREE

Course Description

Though relatively common, symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) can go unrecognized, undiagnosed, and untreated. This introductory-level course will prepare participants to recognize the key features of GAD, compare and contrast GAD to other disorders, and utilize GAD-specific assessment tools to aid in accurate assessment and symptom tracking. The presenter will describe the cognitive-behavioral model of GAD and then guide participants through treatment with an emphasis on the use of behavioral interventions. Special topics include rumination, intolerance of uncertainty, the role of safety behaviors, and how to create an exposure hierarchy. Illustrative case examples will be used throughout to demonstrate concept and application.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the key features of GAD.
  2. Identify GAD-specific assessment tools.
  3. Apply cognitive-behavioral interventions to reduce symptoms of GAD.

Home study

On-demand, 105-minute pre-recorded webinar (original recording: 1/15/2025)

CE Credits

2 CE credits; 2 CE hours

Cost of course

Free!

Intended audience

Introductory-level course for Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Other Mental Health Professionals

Presenter

Mia Nuñez, PhD

Mia Nuñez, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Director of Clinical Integrity for NOCD. Dr. Nuñez leads her region of mental health professionals to ensure patients receive high-quality psychological services. She is also responsible for training the entire network of therapists on evidence-based treatments, including cognitive-behavioral approaches.  

Dr. Nuñez received specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy from Northwestern University's Anxiety Disorders Treatment Clinic. She was also a member of Northwestern University's Anxiety Laboratory and the Anxiety and Panic Laboratory at the Family Institute at Northwestern University.  Dr. Nuñez continued to build her expertise in cognitive-behavioral treatment of mood and anxiety disorders during her predoctoral psychology internship at the APPIC-accredited Rogers Behavioral Health Hospital.

Dr. Nuñez previously worked as a supervising psychologist for several inpatient and residential specialty programs. As a supervising psychologist, Dr. Nuñez supervised therapists in their delivery of cognitive-behavioral treatment for anxiety disorders, depression, eating disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. She also personally provided cognitive-behavioral treatment for complex generalized anxiety cases. Dr. Nuñez was an instructor for Roger’s CBT Training Academy and was a principal investigator on their research team.

Dr. Nuñez has co-authored a book chapter and articles on generalized anxiety and related disorders.

Disclosures

Financial: Dr. Nuñez is employed by NOCD and has completed this training as part of her regular duties.

Non-Financial: Dr. Nuñez does not have any non-financial disclosures to declare.

Continuing Education Credit

Continuing education (CE) regulations vary by state/jurisdiction.  Check with your state or jurisdiction's licensing board to ensure course acceptance/approval.  

SOCIAL WORKERS

NOCD, #1805, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 03/25/2023 - 03/25/2026. Social workers completing this course receive 2 clinical continuing education credits.


PSYCHOLOGISTS

NOCD is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. NOCD maintains responsibility for this program and its content.


COUNSELORS

NOCD has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7212. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. NOCD is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

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COURSE MATERIALS

Individuals who registered for a home study CE course will have access to course materials for 60 days following registration. 


ACCOMMODATIONS

NOCD does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs, services, activities, and employment practices. We strive to provide an inclusive, accessible learning experience that enables all individuals to engage and participate fully in our programming. Closed-captioning is enabled for all live webinars. Attendees will be able to access a webinar recording with subtitles within 5 days of the event. We also share downloadable PDF copies of course slides, references, and any handouts before the webinar. 


We welcome requests for reasonable accommodations or modifications. Please contact [email protected] or call (312)-620-0670 to request accommodations as soon as possible. We can support requests up to 10 business days prior to the event start time.

 

A grievance procedure is available below to resolve complaints.


CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY FOR HOME STUDY CE COURSES

Cancellations for our home study courses are not required. Our courses are free and we do not currently have a registration capacity for them. Therefore, it is not necessary to take any additional steps. You are however welcome to email us at [email protected] and we will unenroll you.

In the event of error or course cancellation by NOCD, refunds will be offered. 


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