Empower Idaho Event: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis with Ryan Melton, PhD
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 | 9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (MDT) | Online | Free
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the phases of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp)
- Learn the skillsets applicable to each stage
- Practice some skills for each stage
NOTE: 4 CEUs approved for: LSW, LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC, LMFT*
*Empower Idaho trainings approved to offer CEUs for LSW, LMSW, LCSW through the National Association of Social Workers also qualify for CEUs for LMFT, LPC, and LCPC.
Dr. Melton (he/him/his) earned his Ph. D. in 2012 from Oregon State University and is currently the Dean of the School of Psychology and Counseling at Bushnell University in Eugene. In addition to this role at Bushnell University, Dr. Melton is a clinical supervisor at Peacehealth University District and owns a private practice where he provides clinical consultation, supervision and training regarding evidenced based practices for mental health care to programs and individuals nationwide. Dr. Melton has published multiple papers, treatment manuals and textbook chapters, is a TEDx speaker and has presented at local, national and international conferences. Dr. Melton’s research focus is on the impact of interventions with individuals experiencing early schizophrenia, engagement strategies, effective treatment and reducing duration of untreated mental illness. Dr. Melton is certified is providing training for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Feedback Informed Treatment, using the Structured Interview for DSM 5 disorders (SCID) and one of seven individuals in the world certified by Yale University to train clinicians in the use of the Structured Interview for Psychosis Risk Syndromes (SIPS). He is also approved by the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists to provide supervision of supervision to certify approved supervisors.
He is a strong advocate for the health care needs for individuals with mental health concerns. Dr. Melton has been involved with legislative action to increase mental health access to individuals with severe mental health concerns, including our aging population and veterans.
*Learn more about CEUs at: apps.dopl.idaho.gov/DOPLPortal/BoardAdditional.aspx?Bureau=COU