Registration Now Open| 3 CEs Approved for Psychologists
Abstract: Becoming a skilled and flexible ACT therapist is a lifelong endeavor. A critical choice for therapists at all stages of training is between focusing on "appearing competent" or striving for "being competent." Newer therapists may especially grapple with this decision, often leaning toward behaviors that create a sense of competence but hinder growth, such as rigid adherence to rules.
This workshop will equip ACT supervisors with strategies to foster a supportive environment that encourages supervisees to prioritize vulnerability and growth over safety and impression management. Participants will delve into the multifaceted aspects of ACT supervision, encompassing various forms of competence (head, hands, heart), barriers to competence (psychological inflexibility), and the essential elements of a safe and growth-oriented supervisory relationship.