This advanced course for mental health professionals will teach the protocol for treating post-traumatic disorders.
The course emphasizes comprehension and skills acquisition in innovative intervention tools for treating anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder. These tools are based on the cognitive-behavioral approach, combined with a psycho-dynamic understanding of the patient and the processes influencing their condition and capacity for healing.
Attendees must possess an MA or higher in the mental health field to attend the course. Certificates of completion will be issued by The Israel Association of Mental Health Professionals upon completion of the course.
Course Overview
About the Treatment Model: SEE FAR CBT
The model integrates the latest and most effective trauma treatment methods:
- Somatic Experiencing (SE) – A method focusing on "body memory" (Van der Kolk, Rothschild, Levine).
- FR – Based on the Fantastic Reality model (Lahad), rooted in the approaches of Winnicott and Jennings.
- CBT – Theories from Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy.
- Prolonged Exposure (PE) – Reality-based experiences and imagined recreations (Foa).
The model has been tested in the treatment of individuals suffering from PTSD due to rape, robbery, traffic accidents, domestic violence, terrorism, war, and military service.
Key Principles of the Treatment Model:
- Trauma memories cannot be "erased."
- Traumatic memories may frighten or sadden, but they are not dangerous.
- Imagination-based recreation is essential for significant symptom relief.
- Real-world exposure (In Vivo) is crucial for learning to control anxiety.
- Without a clear cost to avoidance, there will be no motivation to heal.
Research Findings:
- In comparison with EMDR treatment for adults (16+), SEE FAR CBT was found to be equally effective. Follow-up after one year showed that SEE FAR CBT patients continued to improve.
- For children aged 8 and above, the method proved more effective than CBT alone.
- NATO has adopted the method for training professionals across Europe and former Soviet states.
- The model is used for over 22 years in Israel and abroad; it has been applied to PTSD cases involving terrorism, missile attacks, rape, robbery, traffic accidents, domestic violence, war, and military service.
Participants will gain:
Participants will acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills for diagnosing and treating post-traumatic disorders. The course will include lectures, demonstrations, experiential learning, and practice.
Topics Covered:
- Comprehensive background on PTSD and its diagnosis
- How to conduct psycho-education
- Techniques for managing anxiety and arousal
- Creating In vivo exposure plans
- Using fantastic reality to establish a safe space
- Employing sensory-visual methods to reduce anxiety
- Utilizing therapeutic cards and fantastic reality principles for reconstruction of the story
- Practice sessions
Additional Course Details:
Facilitator: Prof. Mooli Lahad, Ph.D, Ph.D: Internationally renowned expert in trauma intervention and treatment and senior medical psychologist
Location: The first two days (May 19 and May 26) will be onlin from 14:00-20:00, and the last two days (June 9-10) will be in Jerusalem, at the OU Center, formerly Yedidot Toronto, in Har Chotzvim. Exact address will be provided in the registration email.
Lunch: A dairy lunch will be provided on June 9th and 10th.
Recording: This course will not be recorded. Live attendance is required.
Training Duration: 27 hours, divided into 2 days online and 2 days in person in Jerusalem (excluding supervision sessions).
Certification: Attendees will receive certification through The Israel Association for Mental Health Professionals recognizing their training in SEE FAR CBT.
Prof. Mooli Lahad, Ph.D, Ph.D
Prof. Mooli Lahad, Ph.D, Ph.D, is a distinguished senior medical and education psychologist, holding the position of full professor of Psychology and Dramatherapy at Tel Hai College in Israel. With dual Ph.Ds in Psychology and Human and Life Sciences, Prof. Lahad is a psychologist, educator, author, and humanitarian. As the founder and president of the Community Stress Prevention Center (CSPC) and the pioneer of Dramatherapy in Israel, Prof. Lahad stands as one of the world's leading experts in integrating arts-based therapies with psychotrauma and disaster coping. He is renowned for his expertise in rehabilitating communities post-disaster both nationally and internationally.
Prof. Lahad has served as a consultant to esteemed organizations such as UNICEF, NATO, and various governments and ministries in Israel and globally and has authored and coauthored 35 books. He developed the Integrative Model of Coping and Resiliency known as The BASIC Ph model, widely adopted by practitioners worldwide, including NATO’s Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Program. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Prof. Lahad has received numerous professional awards, including The Israeli Psychology Association - Bonner Award, The Adler Institute for the Welfare of the Child Award at Tel Aviv University, the Israeli Lottery Prize, and a lifetime membership from the Israeli Association of Arts Therapies for pioneering Dramatherapy in Israel. He has also been honored by WIZO International in conjunction with WHO for his international humanitarian work. Prof. Lahad leads various post-disaster recovery projects worldwide, solidifying his commitment to making a positive impact on a global scale.
