Home study

Supporting Caregivers Through Treatment for OCD

WITH SARA CONLEY, PhD

ENROLL FOR FREE

Course Description

The participation of caregivers, family, and the support system in treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is becoming increasingly recognized as important.  This advanced course will prepare clinicians to successfully involve the support system in the therapeutic process by learning to identify and address common barriers to treatment that involve caregivers, family members, or loved ones.  Topics include: building the support system team, recognizing fears and ambivalence about treatment participation, compassion fatigue, creating and maintaining boundaries, coping without accommodating, and preparing for changes in the family system.  OCD case studies are included to further understanding.

Learning Objectives

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

  1. Identify 2 or more barriers to treatment that can occur during family-based treatment of OCD.
  2. Describe 2 or more therapeutic strategies that can be utilized to address barriers that may occur during family-based treatment of OCD.

Home study

116-minute pre-recorded webinar
(original recording: 05/9/2024)

CE Credits

2 CE credits; 2 CE hours

Cost of course

Free!

Intended audience

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

Presenter

Sara Conley, PhD

Sara Conley, Ph.D, is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Clinical Lead for Child and Adolescent services at NOCD.  Dr. Conley is responsible for training a multidisciplinary international network of mental health providers in the treatment of OCD for children and adolescents.  She also provides weekly consultation groups, develops the childhood and adolescent program, and provides direct services to children, adolescents, adults, and families.

Dr. Conley received specialized training in OCD and related disorders while completing her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Northern Illinois University and her pre-and-post doctoral training with Rogers Behavioral Health.  She also previously worked in private practice and as a clinical supervisor for Rogers. 

Dr. Conley has published articles on OCD and is currently active in treatment enhancement research. She is a current member of the International OCD Foundation.

Disclosures

Financial: Dr. Conley completed this talk as part of her standard duties at NOCD.

Non-financial: Dr. Conley is a member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF).

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.

Home Study CE Courses - Information & Policies

REGISTRATION FOR HOME STUDY CE COURSES

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ATTENDANCE, COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & CERTIFICATES FOR HOME STUDY CE COURSES

NOCD accurately documents attendance for all CE activities.  To be eligible for CE credit (CE hours) for home study CE courses, participants must view the entire course and successfully complete any prerequisites [i.e., pass the quiz with a score of 75% or greater (70% in the case of 10 questions) within 3 attempts] within 60 days of registration.  NOCD will not offer variable credit for partial course completion or participation.  

Digital certificates of completion are available upon successful course completion.  Certificates are downloadable and are also available in your profile.  Include your licensing information in your profile to have it included on your certificate.


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 welcome requests for reasonable accommodations or modifications.  Please contact [email protected] to request accommodations as soon as possible, preferably 10 business days before scheduled activities.  


CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY FOR HOME STUDY CE COURSES

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


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About NOCD Academy

NOCD understands that providing appropriate care starts with education. The NOCD Academy intends to further your career so you can continue to provide the best possible care for those in need.