Join us for our 2021 Virtual OCD & Anxiety Lecture Series at Sheppard Pratt
SESSION I: Core Concepts In Diagnosing And Treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Presented by: Jon Hershfield, MFT
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common, often debilitating, and chronic disorder with a reputation for being difficult to treat. This reputation, however, conflicts with evidence that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with an emphasis on exposure with response prevention (ERP) and related evidence-based approaches are effective. Lacking an understanding of some core concepts in assessing and treating the disorder can result in misdiagnosis and implementation of ineffective interventions. Furthermore, failure to identify less commonly understood symptoms as part of OCD can result in increasing shame and impairment in patients who were already apprehensive about seeking help. This lecture will be an introduction to conceptualizing care for OCD patients and demystify the disorder and its most effective treatment strategies.
After this lecture, registrants will be able to:
- Define obsessions and compulsions in the context of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
- Differentiate cognitive restructuring from co-ritualizing.
- Describe different types of exposure and response prevention techniques.
SESSION II: Medication Protocols For Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, New Research, And Differential Diagnosis
Presented by: Robert Hudak, MD
Education regarding Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders is lacking in most psychiatric residencies in the United States, and the amount of training is correspondingly low as well compared to other major psychiatric disorders. Research has shown that this lack of education leads to poor treatment outcomes for patients with OC Related Disorders. This lecture aims to teach the basic protocols for OCD pharmacotherapy as well as discuss complex cases and presentations and how this affects the choice of medical treatment and treatment planning for physicians and mental health providers.
After this lecture, registrants will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) treatment algorithm.
- Describe how to manage treatment-resistant OCD.
- List the criteria for neurosurgery in OCD and be able to explain why most patients referred for surgery are not eligible.
Fees:
General Registration: Fee to attend one activity $75.
Early bird rates: Attend all three activities for $150 (valid through March 1, 2021). Includes all three dates: March 26, April 23, and May 21, 2021, offering 9 contact hours.
Use coupon code: OCD 2021.
Employees of Sheppard Pratt and affiliate agencies: Activity fee to attend one activity $45.
Early Bird rates: Attend all three activities for $75 (valid through March 1, 2021). Includes all three dates: March 26, April 23, and May 21, 2021, offering 9 contact hours.
Use coupon code: SP OCD 2021
To register and make a payment:
- Payment can be made by credit card through the Sheppard Pratt Ethos System. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.
- To register to earn credit for attending this activity, log into or register for an account in Sheppard Pratt's Ethos continuing education system.
- Select the activity and add to cart.
- Follow the prompts until payment and registration is complete.
Withdrawal deadlines & refund policy:
March 1, 2021 is the deadline to request a refund for withdrawal from the EARLY BIRD and receive a refund. Withdrawals from the EARLY BIRD are subject to a $40/20 administrative charge. No refunds or credits will be issued for request for withdrawal from the EARLY BIRD after the listed deadlines.
March 12, 2021 is the deadline to request a refund for withdrawal from the March 26th event. Withdrawals from the March 26th event are subject to a $20/$10 administrative charge. No refunds or credits will be issued for request for withdrawal from the March 12th event after the listed deadlines.
April 9, 2021 is the deadline to request a refund for withdrawal from the April 23rd event. Withdrawals from the April 23rd event are subject to a $20/$10 administrative charge. No refunds or credits will be issued for request for withdrawal from the April 23rd event after the listed deadlines.
May 7, 2021 is the deadline to request a refund for withdrawal from the May 21, 2021 event. Withdrawals from the May event are subject to a $20/$10 administrative charge. No refunds or credits will be issued for request for withdrawal from the May 21st event after the listed deadlines.
This series offers 9.0 contact hours when attending all three dates.
Physician Statement: Sheppard Pratt is accredited by The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Sheppard Pratt takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity. Sheppard Pratt designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurse Statement: Sheppard Pratt is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Maryland Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Sheppard Pratt takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity. This activity is approved for 3.0 contact hours for nurses.
Psychologist Statement: Sheppard Pratt is authorized by the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists as a sponsor of continuing education. Sheppard Pratt takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this continuing education activity. Sheppard Pratt designates this educational activity for a maximum of 3.0 contact hours for Psychologists.
Social Worker Statement: Sheppard Pratt is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners of Maryland to offer continuing education for Social Workers. Sheppard Pratt takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this continuing education activity. This activity is approved for 3.0 contact hours in Category I credits for Social Workers.
Counselor Statement: Sheppard Pratt has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5098. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Sheppard Pratt is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. This activity is available for 3.0 NBCC clock hours.