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Anxiety Disorders & OCD, 4-Day Intensive

Alleviating Suffering Through the Application & Integration of Evidence-Based Treatments

March 13 – March 16, 2025 with Melissa Lillie, LCSW

at the Iberostar Rose Hall

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In this 4-Day Intensive, we will dive into the world of anxiety and related disorders. For many decades, the common narrative around anxiety has been targeted towards decreasing, removing, or ridding oneself of anxiety

Through group discussions, interactive exercises, and moments of reflection, we will unravel the complexities of anxiety, help you develop a different and more flexible perception of anxiety and, in turn, strengthen your therapeutic abilities to help clients do the same. We will delve into Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), examining their unique features and complexities.

Various assessment tools and evidence-based treatment methods will be introduced

We will explore Exposure Therapy and it’s use for OCD and several Anxiety Disorders, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, including theory and case conceptualization using the matrix, and enhancing your work with Mindfulness and Self-Compassion. You will deepen your understanding of anxiety disorders, refine your assessment techniques, and cultivate effective therapeutic interventions to support your clients on their journey to healing.

Daily Schedule

Day 1

9:00am-10:30am
Overview of anxiety disorders; differential diagnosis
10:30am-10:45am
Break
10:45am-12:15pm
Psychoeducation for clients; clinical measures and assessment tools

Day 2

9:00am-10:30am
Cognitive behavioral strategies; Cognitive distortions and the role of avoidance
10:30am-10:45am
Break
10:45am-12:15pm
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) case examples; Designing and implementing hierarchies

Day 3

9:00am-10:30am
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for anxiety
10:30am-10:45am
Break
10:45am-12:15pm
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy skills practice

Day 4

9:00am -10:30am
Self-compassion and mindfulness for anxiety
10:30am-10:45am
Break
10:45am-12:15pm
Self-compassion and mindfulness skills practice

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About Melissa Lillie, LCSW

Melissa Lillie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice, licensed in several states across the US. She received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Calgary followed by OCD and Anxiety specific training with the Behavioral Therapy Training Institute (BTTI), and various other training programs. Melissa has over 15 years of experience treating patients with Anxiety Disorders and OCD and has completed comprehensive training and consultation in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), Inference Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT), and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Melissa trains other professionals in these modalities, treats patients individually and conducts various groups. She is a professional member of both the International OCD Foundation and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science.

In addition to the depth of clinical training and expertise that Melissa holds, she also has lived experience with OCD which adds a unique layer to her work with clients and other professionals. She knows the frustration, shame, and exhaustion that Anxiety and OCD brings. Melissa lives in Asheville, North Carolina and enjoys outdoor adventure and travel.

Iberostar Rose Hall All-Inclusive Resort

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Getting There

Closest International Airport

Sangster International Airport (MBJ) – in Montego Bay

Time from Airport to Resort

20-30 minutes down the scenic coastal highway

Transportation to/from the Resort

Uber and other rideshares are not available in Montego Bay. You can easily get a taxi at the airport or preschedule a shared or private shuttle and there is an abundance of options online. For your return trip, the hotel can call a taxi for you, or you can preschedule a shuttle.

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Learning Objectives

Upon Completion of This Training, Participants Will Be Able To:

Continuing Education

  • Continuing Education Credits sponsored by CE-Classes.com
  • Certificates are awarded online after completion of the workshop. Participants print their own certificate after registering at CE-Classes.com, entering a keycode, and completing an evaluation form.
  • Licensed Professionals should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval.
  • Participants will be awarded 12 CE’s following the successful completion of this course.

This CE-Classes.com Course Is Approved for CE Credit by:

  • The American Psychological Association (APA) Ce-Classes.com is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Ce-Classes.com maintains responsibility for this program and its content..
  • Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health Licensure (LPCs, LMFTs and LBCs)
  • The Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling Provider #852 BAP-Expires 3/31/2025
  • The California Board of Behavioral Sciences. The California Board of Behavioral Sciences, BBS, recognizes relevant course work/training that has been approved by nationally recognized certifying bodies, such as APA, to satisfy renewal requirements.
  • California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) Provider Number OS-12-174-0225 Expires 2-2025
  • Massachusetts Authorization Number: 2802
  • Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board – Approval from a state licensing board for counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists is accepted by the OH CSWMFTB.
  • New York Social Work Board – Ce-Classes.com is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0120.
  • New York Mental Health Practitioners Board CE-Classes.com, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Departments State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0260.
  • South Carolina – CE-Classes.com is approved by the S.C. Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapist, Addiction Counselors, and Psycho-Educational Specialists (#4696).
  • Illinois – CE-Classes.com is a registered social work CE sponsor by the State of Illinois. License 159.001607 Expires 11/30/2025
  • The Florida Board of Nursing (CE Provider #: 50-4896) Expires 10/31/2026. Do not send certificates to the Florida Board of Nursing. You must keep this certificate for 4 years.
  • The California Board of Registered Nursing. CEP 15647 Expires 11/30/2026.
  • The Texas Board of Marriage & Family Therapists CE-Classes.com meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. Effective 1/1/24, at least half of the 30 hours must be obtained from a provider listed in 801.261(f). This course meets that requirement.
  • New York Psychology Board CE-Classes.com, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Departments State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0211
  • The Texas Board of Social Work Examiners – CE-Classes.com meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. Effective 1/1/24, at least half of the 30 hours must be obtained from a provider listed in 801.261(f). This course meets that requirement.
  • The Texas Board of Professional Counselors – CE-Classes.com meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. Effective 1/1/24, at least half of the 30 hours must be obtained from a provider listed in 801.261(f). This course meets that requirement.
  • This course is NOT available for NBCC credit.
  • This training does not offer ASWB ACE credit to social workers.
  • Many state boards do accept CEs that are approved by the APA or other state boards. We encourage you to check with your state board regarding the applicability of these credits.

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