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 INTERPERSONAL PSYCHOTHERAPY:
Basics and Beyond
with Paul Rushton - Perth OCTOBER 2008
With the recent inclusion of Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) in the 'focused psychological strategies' under the Medicare funded programmes, Better Access and Better Outcomes, the recognition of the value of IPT has rocketed. Despite these developments, many practitioners within Australia have received little exposure to IPT education and training. In this two-day training, Paul Rushton, one of the foremost authorities in Australia on clinical training in Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), will provide a comprehensive overview of IPT with an emphasis on the application in clinical practice.
Developed in the late 1970s as a brief structured psychological treatment for depression IPT later rose to prominence when it compared favourably to cognitive-behavior therapy and medication in the NIMH Treatment of Depression study conducted in the mid-1980s. The efficacy of IPT has since been confirmed in numerous studies for conditions as diverse as post-natal depression, bulimia and substance abuse. IPT does not engage the patient at the level of symptom formation, but rather helps to reduce psychological stress by intervention in psychological function.
This presentation will review the basic components of IPT and highlight its relevance to a range of disorders, especially depression. For practitioners with specializations in other therapies, IPT can be a useful alternative to your current practice. The training will provide an overview of the theory, structure, and evidence base for IPT. Case studies and role plays will be utilized to enhance participants' understanding of the application of IPT. Comprehensive handouts will accompany a Powerpoint demonstration.
FEEDBACK FROM THIS YEAR'S SYDNEY, MELBOURNE AND BRISBANE TRAININGS WITH PAUL
'Lively, funny, informed and relevant.'
'Appreciated Paul's natural respect for us.'
'Absolutely Wonderful.'
'Paul, you practice what you preach...your professional self was therapeutic.'
'Paul is a brilliant presenter and made the workshop fun, but clear and easy to understand.'
'Fantastic Presenter. Competent, clear and knowledgeable.'
'Very interesting, stimulating, enjoyable and inclusive.'
'Excellent. Gave me a lot of insight into other therapies as well. Paul is very open to other therapy perspectives.'
'Brilliant Speaker. Great role model.'
and we could go on...
PAUL RUSHTON is one of the foremost authorities in Australia on clinical training in Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT). He is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice on the Gold Coast and Managing Director of PRA Consulting, a firm that specialises in psychological therapies and employee assistance. He has extensive experience in a range of areas including clinical psychology, injury management and public mental health.
TRAINING AND REGISTRATION BROCHURE
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FOR SECURE ONLINE REGISTRATION
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DATES AND LOCATION
PERTH Friday 17th & Saturday 18th OCTOBER 2008
Subiaco Conference Centre, St. John of God Hospital
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BOOKS ON INTERPERSONAL THERAPY RECOMMENDED BY PAUL RUSHTON
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