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Developing cognitive case conceptualizations and challenging core beliefs

May 23, 2025


Description: Developing a cognitive case conceptualization is one of the fundamental aspects of treating clients using a cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) approach. The conceptualization is critical in developing a treatment plan and in understanding the relationships between early childhood events, core and intermediate beliefs, and automatic thoughts.


In this training, we will discuss how to conceptualize client cases using a CBT approach. We will also discuss strategies to identify and modify intermediate and core beliefs.


Learning objectives:

  • Understand the relationship between early childhood events, core and intermediate beliefs, and automatic thoughts.
  • Develop cognitive conceptualization diagrams.
  • Identify intermediate and core beliefs.
  • Develop strategies to challenge intermediate and core beliefs.

Ontario Psychological Association employees, members, associates and affiliates can use discount code OPA15 to receive 15% off all upcoming programs (cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions/discounts).