This course awards 1.0 CE Credits.

Format: Video/audio

Multiple Choice Questions: 6

CE Credits: 1.0

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, clinicians should be able to (1) define anxiety and the diagnosis criteria (2) identify positive thinking strategies (3) understand the benefits of positive thinking (4) incorporate positive thinking strategies into counseling sessions and treatment plans.

Target Audience: Physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, social workers and other healthcare workers to enhance their understanding and comprehension of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in their study of mental health disorders. 


Unlock the Power of Positive Thinking in Treating Anxiety

Join us for an enlightening professional continuing education course designed to equip clinicians with the tools to effectively treat Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) through the power of positive thinking. This course delves into the integration of positive thinking strategies within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients overcome anxiety and achieve lasting mental wellness.

Course Highlights:

•  Comprehensive Understanding of GAD: Gain insights into the prevalence, symptoms, and impact of Generalized Anxiety Disorder on various populations.

• CBT and Positive Thinking: Learn how CBT, the gold standard in anxiety treatment, can be enhanced with positive thinking strategies to reframe negative thought patterns.

• Practical Techniques: Discover actionable strategies to help clients replace anxious thoughts with positive, realistic ones, fostering a healthier mindset.

• Research-Based Approaches: Explore evidence-based practices that demonstrate the effectiveness of positive thinking in reducing anxiety symptoms.

Empower yourself with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those struggling with anxiety. Sign up now and take the first step towards becoming a more effective and compassionate clinician.

Meet Your Instructor:
Kortney Yasenka, LCMHC


 Kortney Yasenka is a licensed clinical mental health counselor and life coach based in New Hampshire. She has over 15 years of experience in various counseling settings, including private practice, community mental health agencies, family resource centers, and both public and private schools


Approval Statements

American Psychological Association
 The Hatherleigh Company, Ltd. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Hatherleigh Company, Ltd. maintains responsibility for the program and its content.

National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. 
The Hatherleigh Company, Ltd. is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEPTM) and may offer NBCC-approved CE credit hours for programs that meet NBCC requirements. NBCC CE Programs for which NBCC-approved CE credit hours will be awarded are identified on the Website. The ACEP is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. Our NBCC provider number is #5448.

NAADAC, The Association for Addiction Professionals
The Hatherleigh Company, Ltd. is an Approved Education Provider of continuing education which meets the national standards of education developed for alcoholism and drug abuse counselors. Our NAADAC provider number is #62695.

Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services
The Hatherleigh Company is approved by the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services for New York State which covers Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors (CASAC); Credentialed Prevention Professionals (CPP); and Credentialed Prevention Specialists (CPS). Our OASAS provider number is 0011.