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Online Workshops
Shame, Pride, and Dissociation:
From Theory to Psychotherapy Practice
with Ken Benau, PhD & Kathy Steele, MN, CS, APRN

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Saturday, May 13th, 2023

10:00 AM to 2:15 PM Eastern  7:00 AM - 11:15 AM Pacific CA/USA 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM Mountain CA/USA 3:00 PM - 7:15 PM London, UK 4:00 PM - 8:15 PM Madrid, Spain 4:00 PM - 8:15 PM Berlin, Germany 4:00 PM - 8:15 PM Copenhagen, Denmark 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM Helsinki, Finland

Live Online via Zoom

Video via Home Study
(60 days access)

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Introductory/Intermediate

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Psychologists, Social Workers, Psychotherapists, MFTs, LPCs, graduate-level Counselors, any other mental health professionals/providers.

Workshop Description

This workshop explores the nature of shame and pride as observed and worked with in psychotherapy with survivors of relational trauma, as well as people living
with dissociative disorders. In the first part of this workshop, Dr. Ken Benau will define relational trauma, and differentiate shame and pride as emotional processes, both adaptive and maladaptive, from shame and pride as traumatic mind/body states (i.e., shame and pride states).

 

Dr. Benau will discuss dissociation as “detachment” and “structural dissociation”, and how dissociation and shame states work together to mute a person’s unique aliveness or “pro-being pride”, in an attempt to maintain relational trauma bonds. Ways of thinking about complex, patient-therapist shame state dynamics that include often intransigent enactments will be described. Several common shame state patient- therapist inter-reactions, intra-reactions, and mindful responses will be discussed. Clinical vignettes, including verbatim transcripts, will be provided to document movement from shame states to pro-being pride.

 

Throughout this workshop, Dr. Benau and Kathy Steele will discuss how to apply these concepts to clinical challenges. Participants will also be invited to pose questions and make comments to further their understanding.

Learning Objectives 

Participants will be able to: 

1.  Describe one (1) characteristic of relational trauma, as defined by Allan Schore, that
     pertains to our working with traumatic shame states in psychotherapy.

2. Identify one (1) characteristic that differentiates shame versus pride as emotional
     processes.

3. Describe one (1) characteristic differentiating shame as an emotional process

     from shame as a traumatic, mind/body state.  

4. Identify one (1) reason understanding shame or pride matter in psychotherapy with
     survivors of relational trauma.

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Live Q&A:  Ask Questions during the Live Q & A with the presenter and participants

60 Days access:  Can't Attend Live?  Watch Later. 60 days of access to the workshop recording and materials and receive a certificate with CEs for home study learning.

Workshop Schedule - Eastern Time (ET) 

10:00 am - 10:20 am (ET)

Ken Benau 

● What is Relational Trauma (RT)

​● Why Shame and Pride Matter in Psychotherapy with RT

10:20 am - 11:00 am (ET)

Ken Benau

● Shame and Pride Subtypes

11:00 am - 11:15 am (ET)

Kathy Steele & Ken Benau

​● Discussion - Clinical Applications

11:15 am - 11:30 am (ET)

Break

11:30 am - 11:40 am (ET)

Kathy Steele and Ken Benau

● Conversation with Participants

11:40 am - 12:10 pm (ET)

Ken Benau 

​● Dissociation & Shame State

Dynamics

12:10 pm - 12:25 pm (ET)

Kathy Steele and Ken Benau

● Discussion - Clinical Applications

12:25 pm - 12:55 pm (ET)

Ken Benau 

​● Patient-Therapist Shame State

Dynamics

12:55 pm - 1:05 pm (ET)

Kathy Steele and Ken Benau

● Discussion - Clinical Applications

1:05 pm - 1:35 pm (ET)

Ken Benau 

​● “Isaac”: Shame State to Pro-being

Pride

1:35 pm - 1:50 pm (ET)

Kathy Steele and Ken Benau

● Discussion - Clinical Applications

1:50 pm - 2:00 pm (ET)

Ken Benau 

​● Conversation with Participants

2:00 pm - 2:15 pm (ET)

Kathy Steele and Ken Benau

● Q & A

Schedule
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About Ken Benau, PhD

Ken Benau, Ph.D. earned his doctorate in clinical psychology with a subspecialty in adult psychotherapy at Georgia State University in Atlanta, GA, in 1988. His dissertation focused on integrative, mind/body approaches to creative problem solving and symbolization in psychotherapy. Dr. Benau has been a California licensed clinical psychologist since 1990, and maintains a private practice in Kensington, CA, located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dr. Benau has a special interest and expertise in shame and pride-informed psychotherapy with survivors of relational trauma. Dr. Benau has presented his ideas about shame, pride, and dissociation and their therapeutic applications in psychotherapy with relational trauma survivors at various international conferences, webinars and podcasts. He has also written several non-peer and peer reviewed articles with that same theme, where he introduced the concept and phenomena of pro-being pride, a powerful antidote to traumatic shame states. Pro-being pride is the experience of taking delight in one’s unique way of being and relating to oneself, others, and the world.

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About Kathy Steele, MN, CS, APRN

Kathy Steele has been in private practice since 1985, and with Metropolitan Psychotherapy Associates in Atlanta, Georgia since 1988. She was Clinical Director of Metropolitan Counseling Services, a non- profit psychotherapy and training center until 2016. She is a Past President and Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD), and has also served two terms on the Board of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS). Kathy served on the International Task Force that developed treatment guidelines for Dissociative Disorders, and on the Joint International Task Force that has developed treatment guidelines for Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. She is now a part of the Editorial Board, Journal of Trauma and Dissociation. She has received a number of awards for her work, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from ISSTD, an Emory University Distinguished Alumni Award, and the Cornelia B. Wilbur Award for Outstanding Clinical Contributions from ISSTD. Kathy has (co)authored numerous book chapters, peer reviewed journal articles, and three books with her colleagues.

Continuing Education (CE) Credits - *CE credits also available for the home study version!

American Psychological Association (APA)   Eligible for 4 CE credits

Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Social Workers: Eligible for 4 CE credits

Did you know that most Social Work Boards will accept APA CE credits?

Clinical social workers in all states except New York are eligible to receive American Psychological Association (APA) continuing education credits through Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc.

Marriage and Family Therapists: Eligible for 4 CE credits

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in all states except Ohio and New York are eligible to receive American Psychological Association (APA) continuing education credits through Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc.

National Board for Certified Counselors:  Eligible for 4 CE credits

Envision Counselling and Consulting has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7241.
Envision Counselling and Consulting is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

 

Canadian Psychological Association (CPA):  Eligible for 4 CE credits

Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for the program.  

 

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)Pending 4 CEC credits  

The BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC):  Pending 4 CE credits

Canadian Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (CAMFT):   Pending 4 CE credits

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FAQ

What are the requirements for obtaining CEs?

Participants must have paid the tuition fee, logged in at the start of the live interactive webinar and logged out at the end, and attended the entire webinar to receive a certificate. Failure to log in or out will result in forfeiture of credit for the entire webinar. No exceptions will be made. Partial credit is not available. Certificates will be available following webinar completion. If participants watch the recording (home study) version of the presentation, they will have access to Self-Study CE credits after completion of a short quiz.

Do I have to pay extra for CE credits?

No. The cost of CE credits is included with your workshop registration fee.​

If I cannot attend live, can I still get CE credits?

Yes. You can access the recording in the home study version, watch it in its entirety, and then pass a quiz with a score of 75% or higher. After taking the quiz, you will be able to download a certificate as proof of completion.

How do I access the home study version when it becomes available?

You will be emailed 5 business days after the live event with instructions on how you can access Envision's online learning platform called Thinkific. Sign in to Thinkific: Locate the email and click on your personal sign-in link to set your password. You cannot locate the email we sent? Login through the Thinkific platform directly by clicking on the link below: https://envision-workshops.thinkific.com/ To login, use the email address you provided when you registered for the workshop. To create your password, click on "Forgot Password" and set up a password for your account. If you already have an account and password, use those credentials to login.

How long do I have to review the recording?

You will have 60 days to review the recording. The recording will be made available approximately (5) business days after the live workshop.

What is the refund policy?

Refunds on purchased tickets are available up until 15 days before the date of the live workshop. There is no refund after this date. Refunds will include the ticket price less a $50 processing fee for all refunds/price adjustments. *Prices subject to change. Refunds within 15 days of workshops will be in the form of a workshop credit. These credits do not expire. Please email registration@envisionservices.ca if cancellation is required.

If I have special needs or require accommodations, what do I do?

Email registration@envisionservices.ca at least five (5) business days prior to the live workshop to request accommodations or discuss your needs. Envision cannot ensure accommodations without adequate prior notification.

If I have a complaint or grievance, who do I contact?

Please email registration@envisionservices.ca. All grievances must be in writing and will be replied to within 5 - 10 business days.

Is there commercial support or a conflict of interest for this presentation?

There is no known conflict of interest for this program. Envision has not received any financial support for this program or its contents and will not receive any financial support prior to or during this program. Envision will disclose any potential conflicts at the beginning of the workshop.

What are the licensing board and/or state approvals for this workshop?

American Psychological Association (APA) - 4 CE credits Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. *APA CE Credits also available for the home study version! Social Workers: Did you know that most Social Work Boards will accept APA CE credits? Alabama The Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. California The California Board of Behavioral Sciences accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Delaware The Board of Social Work Examiners accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Florida The Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counselling accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Illinois The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Kentucky The Kentucky Board of Social Work accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Missouri The Missouri State Committee for Social Workers accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Oregon The Board of Licensed Social Workers accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Pennsylvania The State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC): Alabama The Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Alaska The State of Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing Board of Professional Counselors accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. California The California Board of Behavioral Sciences accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. Florida The Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counselling accepts CE credits by APA approved sponsors. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Envision Counselling & Consulting, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling.

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