This clinical nugget is high in my conference take aways! Of course it came from the inimitable Dr. Padesky. She is why I am a CBT therapist. Her 1989 paper about using CBT to attain a positive lesbian identity made me realize that CBT and feminism go hand in hand.

Wow, was so engaged in our wonderful #CACBT conference looking at all the problems brought on by colonization that I blissfully forgot today is coronation day. How are we still celebrating a monarchy??

Dr. Philippe Shnaider encourages us at #CACBT2023 to focus the majority of our work on trauma appraisals and to not proceed further with cognitions that stem from the trauma or looking forward when treating #PTSD.

This morning at #CACBT2023, Dr. Philippe Shnaider shares the importance of engaging in Socratic dialogue to ask questions that clarify, probe assumptions, explore reasons & evidence, and those that consider deeper meaning to help our clients think critically.

The energy in Halifax & online is incredible – amazing questions, members and #MentalHealth trainees working together in workshops, & so much active engagement! Thank you for being a part of #CACBT2023!

Charity Fleming, MSW introduces us to many trails of learning this afternoon at #CACBT2023 and guides our audiences through meditation with visual imagery & philosophies to connect with our internal experiences.

Charity Fleming, MSW highlights how CBT can work well for Indigenous Peoples but works even better when it is culturally responsive. She reminds us about the importance of co-developing adapted protocols and programs with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, & Clan Mothers. #CACBT2023

Dr. Nigel Lou shares with our audience at #CACBT2023 the history and rise of anti-Asian #Racism in Canada alongside how stigma generalization from the #pandemic continues to impact the experiences of Asian Canadians.

Dr. Nigel Lou, delivers a powerful and eye-opening closing keynote that brought awareness to the lasting impact of racism & discrimination towards Asian Canadians as well as how we can be allies in our communities and deliver trauma informed care. #CACBT2023

I’m afraid this qualifies as fake news. Unlike these stellar delegates (who happen to be part of my AMAZING work team), I didn’t make it 25 metres without being sure I was going to die….

I can’t tell you how well charity fleming conveys and makes even me feel connection to the land. I have a feeling my learning from her is just beginning.

Our article was selected as the winner of the 2022 CPA Best Article Award in Canadian Psychology! I'd like to share a big congratulations and thank you to everyone involved!! @CPA_SCP Vice-décanat à la recherche @uOttawaFSS Monnica Williams

I know a lot of you wanted a technical breakdown of this meme so here it is! I don't think you will find this level of detail anywhere else so keep reading if you don't want to miss out.

Excited to announce that American Psychological Association has issued a health advisory on social media use among adolescents: apa.org/news/press/rel… with additional resources to help (see links on the right of page linked below). A balanced and science-based perspective that lays out steps all can take

via The New York Times I am so happy! ⁦E. Jean Carroll⁩ is my hero! nytimes.com/live/2023/05/0…

Can’t help but smile at this cuteness.

Always a pleasure to work with Jessie Doyle !

Julien is a stellar trainer, clinician, advocate, and simply one of the best human beings I know. I am beyond thrilled to have him as colleague and team member.

On October 13, the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers awarded Mr. Julien Davis, a social worker and Advanced Practice Lead with PCTEL, the David William Connors Memorial Award.

The award recognizes Mr. Davis’ exceptional contributions to the field of social work and his dedication to the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. The province is a better place for those facing societal adversity as a result of Mr. Davis’ leadership, advocacy and clinical work.