Course Overview:

Burnout: “A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that result from long-term involvement in work situations that are emotionally demanding” (Schaufeli & Greenglass, 2001). Clinical psychology is just such an emotionally demanding work situation. As clinicians, we are vulnerable to this physical and emotional exhaustion as well as other signs of burnout such as irritability, discouragement, sense of low personal accomplishment, reduced attention and concentration within session, poor decision-making, and compromised therapeutic relationships. This webinar is intended for psychotherapists who wish to better understand and manage the symptoms of professional burnout to be more effective and resilient in this challenging work.

Workshop Objectives:

In this webinar, we will examine the phenomenon of burnout, along with the related concepts of compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma.

Using questionnaires, self-report measures, and discussions we will consider our vulnerabilities and risks for burnout, as well as our resources and strengths.

We will identify life domains where we can develop “career-sustaining behaviors” that will not only reduce or prevent burnout but will greatly enhance our work satisfaction and effectiveness.

A variety of strategies for monitoring and managing burnout will be introduced, with particular attention to recent contributions from mindfulness and acceptance-based therapies.

Presenter Bio: Chris McCurry, PhD

Dr. McCurry has worked as a clinical psychologist in Seattle, Washington, since 1991. He completed training with acceptance and commitment therapy cofounder Steve Hayes at the University of Nevada, Reno. Dr. McCurry has presented more than 60 workshops, both nationally and internationally, including webinars on professional burnout for the Nevada and Washington state psychological associations.

Fees:

Members:

• On or before October 3, 2025: $75
• After October 3, 2025: $100

Non-Members

• On or before October 3, 2025: $125
• After October 3, 2025: $150

Students

• Student aPA Members: Free
• Non-members Students: $15

Note:  This workshop is presented by Alaska Psychological Association and a coalition of State, Provincial and territorial Psychological Associations including the Alabama Psychological Association.

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

Please join us on October 31st for the clinical webinar

Responsible Integration of AI in Psychological Practice,

sponsored by the National Register of Health Service Psychologists in collaboration with the Council of Executives of State and Provincial Psychological Associations (CESSPA). 

All registration fees from our Members will be returned to the Alabama Psychological Assocation.

This is a great opportunity to learn about emerging opportunities and support us so we can continue to grow and provide valuable services and resources to you and your colleagues.

Webinar Details

This webinar will take place from 12:00pm ET to 3:15pm ET and will include a 15 minute break.  As long as you register by 10/31, you can join the live session or access the archive on the National Register's continuing education website.  All attendees will earn three (3) CE credits.

Note:  Please make the proper time zone conversion to determine the start time in your city.

Pricing:

• aPA members and National Register members - $95.00
• Unaffiliated psychologists: $130

Webinar summary:  

Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming embedded in psychological practice.  Drs. Adam Lockwood and Dan Florell will provide psychologists with a foundation for understanding what AI is, possible uses in professional settings, and the ethical frameworks that should guide its adoption.  They will discuss issues of transparency, data protection, and bias, with reference to APA's evaluation tools and emerging professional guidelines.  They will conclude with a short, applied section illustrating how AI can be used responsibly in everyday practice.

The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The National Register maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

The National Register of Health Service Psychologists is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0010.