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CBT Foundation Series

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The CBT Foundations Series is a three-part training designed to strengthen clinicians’ understanding and application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from the ground up. Rather than focusing solely on techniques, this series emphasizes the theoretical model, core competencies, and clinical decision-making processes that support effective CBT practice across settings and populations. The series explores the essential therapist competencies—such as collaboration, session structure, and guided discovery—that research has shown to significantly impact treatment outcomes. Building on this foundation, learners will develop skills in CBT case conceptualization and treatment planning, with attention to client motivation for change and the thoughtful introduction of interventions. The final session focuses on the practical application of well-established CBT strategies, addressing common challenges in implementation and offering solutions to support effective clinical use. Together, these sessions provide a cohesive learning experience that integrates theory, research, and practice. By the end of the series, participants will be better equipped to apply CBT in a structured, intentional, and clinically effective manner.

This course is based on the recorded webinar, CBT Foundation Series created by John Ludgate in 2026.

Publication Details

Publication Date: Originally presented as a live event Mar 11th, 2026

Author

John Ludgate, Ph.D.

John Ludgate, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist, who has worked as a psychotherapist for more than 30 years and specializes in treating mood, anxiety, relationship, and psychosexual disorders. As well as having an active clinical practice, he is involved in training and supervision in CBT. Dr. Ludgate has written numerous journal articles and book chapters in the field of Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Anxiety and Depression, most recently contributing a chapter on Relapse Prevention to the Handbook of CBT (2021) published by the American Psychological Association. He has presented many seminars and workshops on cognitive behavioral approaches, both nationally and internationally.

Disclosures

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Target Audience

This course is intended for Behavioral Health and Addictions professionals, including psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage & family therapists, art therapists, school psychologists, psychoanalysts, music therapists, behavior analysts, school counselors, teachers, and addiction counselors. It is appropriate for beginner levels of knowledge.

Learning Objectives

After taking this activity, you should be able to:

  1. 1 Apply strategies for structuring CBT sessions and maintaining structure in the presence of clinical disruptions.
  2. 2 Describe and demonstrate methods for establishing and maintaining a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
  3. 3 Utilize Socratic questioning and guided discovery to support client insight and behavior change.
  4. 4 Conceptualize clinical cases using a Cognitive Behavioral framework.
  5. 5 Formulate client presenting problems and treatment goals using a CBT-based case formulation template.
  6. 6 Design CBT treatment plans that align interventions with individual case conceptualizations and client motivation for change.
  7. 7 Identify and describe core cognitive and behavioral CBT interventions used in clinical practice.
  8. 8 Implement commonly used cognitive and behavioral treatment strategies with diverse clinical populations.
  9. 9 Identify common challenges in implementing CBT interventions and apply effective solutions to address these challenges.

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Planners and Reviewers

The planners of this activity have reported that they have no relevant financial relationships.

Material Authors

There are no known relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Course Creator

John Ludgate, Ph.D. – None to report

Commercial support

There is no commercial support for this distance-learning course.

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CBT: Developing Core Competencies

Although CBT techniques are widely used across clinical settings, research indicates that treatment outcomes are less favorable when essential therapist competencies are underdeveloped. This session focuses on the general CBT skills that support effective therapy, including structuring sessions, maintaining focus despite disruptions, fostering collaboration, and using Socratic questioning and guided discovery. Emphasis is placed on how these competencies enhance engagement and improve clinical outcomes.

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  • CBT: Developing Core Competencies - Part 1

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  • CBT: Developing Core Competencies - Part 2
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CBT: Case Conceptualization and Treatment Planning

CBT is most effective when interventions are guided by a comprehensive, individualized case conceptualization. In this session, participants will learn how to formulate presenting problems from a Cognitive Behavioral perspective and translate these formulations into structured treatment plans. Attention is given to aligning interventions with client goals and motivation for change, ensuring that techniques are introduced thoughtfully and strategically.

Recorded Webinar
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  • Case Conceptualization Part 1

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  • Case Conceptualization Part 2
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CBT: Key Evidence-Based Cognitive and Behavioral Interventions

While CBT may initially appear straightforward, effective implementation often requires advanced clinical skill. This session provides an in-depth examination of well-established cognitive and behavioral interventions used across a range of clinical populations. Participants will explore common challenges encountered when implementing CBT techniques and review practical strategies for addressing these challenges in clinical practice.

Recorded Webinar
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  • CBT Key Evidence Based Cognitive and Behavioral Interventions Part 1

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  • CBT Key Evidence Based Cognitive and Behavioral Interventions
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  • Handouts

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