Being a positive force in a young person’s life can be extremely rewarding.
As mental health practitioners, we get the chance to see just how full of passion and curiosity young people can be. And playing a part in helping them overcome challenges and step into their full potential is an extraordinary gift.
But connecting with young clients, especially when they are deep in struggle, is no straightforward task.
Considering how critical the early years are, it’s imperative that we have a therapeutic approach that isn’t simply a rewording of methods designed for adults.
We need practical tools focused on the specific needs of young people that can engage their minds and motivate change.
That’s why we’re so excited to announce that our on-demand course, DNA-V for Young People, will open for enrollment on June 9, 2021.
DNA-V is an accessible, skills-based therapeutic model with foundations in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and positive psychology. By also integrating developmental psychology, attachment theory, and evidence-based behavior change therapies, it gives us a practical method for helping young people meet life’s challenges with skill and flexibility.
Inside the 7 modules of this course, you’ll learn practical theory and tools that speak directly to the needs of 12- to 24-year-olds. Through video instruction, exercises, and sample sessions with groups and individuals, we’ll teach you the accessible DNA-V model and show you firsthand how to use it to vitalize your work.
After completing the course, you’ll be prepared to more successfully engage young people and help them build the skills they need to grow and thrive.
We can’t wait to open the doors to this exciting new training in just a few short weeks!
In the meantime, we want to share a “sneak peek” into the course.
In these video excerpts from DNA-V for Young People, you’ll learn about the developmental significance of our problem-solving inner voices (our “Advisers”) as well as a few exercises for introducing this concept to young people.
In this sneak peek you’ll learn…
- How our inner voice develops and helps us navigate the world based on our learning history
- Two fun, simple exercises you can do with young people (in groups or one-on-one settings) to help them become aware of their own Advisers
- How to successfully pitch exercises and ideas in order to get young clients on board
- Why simply forcing yourself to think positively isn’t the answer to critical self-talk
- A key skill you can teach young people to help them engage with their Adviser in a more useful way
To watch the video and learn how helping young people notice their self-talk can allow them to engage with it in an effective way, click here: dnavcourse.com
Louise Hayes and Joseph Ciarrochi
www.thrivingadolescent.com
