Stoicism’s Legacy and Value in Psychotherapy Practice

Stoicism’s Legacy and Value in Psychotherapy Practice

Friday, November 19, 2021

Registration 8:30am Program 9am to 12pm

Presented By: Sean Healey, Psy.D.

Location: Online Workshop

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3 CE Credits

The training will begin with a concise background discussion of what Stoic philosophy is and who the Stoics were so as to contextualize the influence of Stoicism on western and world culture and the continued value of Stoicism for modern life. Common misunderstandings and/or “surface” understandings of Stoicism will be identified. Stoicism’s influence in the development of psychotherapy (the rational psychotherapy in the early 20^th century, the initial development of CBT by Ellis and Beck, and later mindfulness- and acceptance-based psychotherapies often known as third-wave CBT’s) will be examined. Stoicism’s congruence with therapies emphasizing the importance of value and goal clarification in Change will also be considered. Finally, how Stoic philosophy and practice can be utilized in middle and last-stage psychotherapy to promote individual growth and build a healthier and just world will be examined. The training will consist of a didactic component but with plenty of opportunities for questions and—it is hoped—thought-provoking discussion.

Objectives:

1. Explain three ways in which Stoic philosophy/ethics contributed to the initial development of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by Ellis and Beck.
2. Describe three ways in which Stoicism is congruent with or influences mindfulness- and acceptance-based psychotherapies often described as third-wave CBT.
3. List two widely known psychotherapies outside of the Cognitive Behavioral tradition that share an emphasis on value and goal-clarification with Stoicism and that can be integrated with it.
4. Indicate three Stoic practices that can assist our clients with value- and goal-congruent living.
5. Identify three ways in which Stoic practice can better our society and world.

Sean Healey, Psy.D .is a licensed psychologist who practices with Allegheny Mental Health Associates, P.C. in Pittsburgh, PA. He provides psychological assessment, psychotherapy and consultative services and specializes in working with individuals who are experiencing problems with stress management, life adjustment concerns, difficulties coping with chronic illness, and anxiety and mood disorders. Dr. Healey completed his Primary Care and Clinical Psychology Internship at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center with rotations in the Family Medical Center, inpatient psychiatry (geropsychiatry, adult and child/adolescent units) and Consultation Liaison Service to a variety of specialty clinics. He utilizes and has advanced training in cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness- and acceptance-based trainings.

Dr. Healey is a member of the Pennsylvania Psychological Association where he serves on the Integrated Care Committee and as Chair of the Insurance Committee. He is also a member of the North American Society for the Study of Personality Disorders. Sean has written on the effectiveness of psychological interventions in the treatment of insomnia, chronic pain and weight management. He has also presented trainings on a range of topics in Ohio and Pennsylvania including CEU trainings for the Pennsylvania Psychological Association and the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Healey also has a Master’s Degree in history and, prior to beginning his graduate education in psychology, he taught history at universities and colleges in Maryland and New York.

PSCP: The Psychology Network is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. PSCP: The Psychology Network maintains responsibility for this program and its content.