CBT Foundations Series (3/4, 3/11, 3/18 & 3/25)
Conference Details
The CBT Foundations Series is a four-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.
Beginning with the historical development and evidence base of CBT, participants will gain a clear understanding of the model and its key principles. The series then 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.
Target Audience
This live interactive webinar is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, MFT's and Addiction Professionals.
References & Resources
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Joint Accreditation (JA)
American Psychological Association (APA)
Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB ACE)
National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)
Florida Certification Board (FCB)
Missouri Credentialing Board (MCB)
New York Education Department Board of Social Work
New York Education Department Board of Mental Health Counseling
New York Education Department Board of Psychologists
New York Education Department Board of Marriage and Family Therapy
Virginia Certification Board (VCB)
Conference Agenda
Mar 4th, 2026
CBT: History, Evolution, Key Concepts and Empirical Base
CBT is sometimes practiced without a full understanding of the theoretical model that informs its techniques. This session provides an overview of the history and evolution of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy since its development in the late 1970s. Participants will examine the core principles of the C...
CBT is sometimes practiced without a full understanding of the theoretical model that informs its techniques. This session provides an overview of the history and evolution of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy since its development in the late 1970s. Participants will examine the core principles of the CBT model, explore how psychological difficulties are conceptualized within this framework, and review the research evidence supporting both the model and CBT-based therapeutic approaches.
Learning Objectives
After taking this activity, you should be able to:
- Describe the history and evolution of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from its origins to contemporary practice.
- Explain the core principles and components of the Cognitive Behavioral model of psychological disturbance.
- Summarize the research evidence supporting CBT and its associated therapeutic approaches.
Mar 11th, 2026
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, mai...
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.
Learning Objectives
After taking this activity, you should be able to:
- Apply strategies for structuring CBT sessions and maintaining structure in the presence of clinical disruptions.
- Describe and demonstrate methods for establishing and maintaining a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
- Utilize Socratic questioning and guided discovery to support client insight and behavior change.
Mar 18th, 2026
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. Atten...
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.
Learning Objectives
After taking this activity, you should be able to:
- Conceptualize clinical cases using a Cognitive Behavioral framework.
- Formulate client presenting problems and treatment goals using a CBT-based case formulation template.
- Design CBT treatment plans that align interventions with individual case conceptualizations and client motivation for change.
Mar 25th, 2026
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 chal...
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.
Learning Objectives
After taking this activity, you should be able to:
- Identify and describe core cognitive and behavioral CBT interventions used in clinical practice.
- Implement commonly used cognitive and behavioral treatment strategies with diverse clinical populations.
- Identify common challenges in implementing CBT interventions and apply effective solutions to address these challenges.
Conference Speaker
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.
Presenting Sessions:
CBT: History, Evolution, Key Concepts and Empirical Base
CBT: Developing Core Competencies
CBT: Case Conceptualization and Treatment Planning
CBT: Key Evidence-Based Cognitive and Behavioral Interventions
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