Available for the 25-26 Training Year

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

An outpatient psychotherapy group that provides a combination of supportive, insight-based, and Cognitive Behavioral interventions for older adults

DAY, TIME, AND LOCATION:

Wednesdays 2pm – 5pm Zoom

HOURS PER WEEK: 3

FACULTY AND STAFF:

Lucy Wall, PsyD

TRAINING PROVIDED:

Trainees have the opportunity to provide the following interventions: deep breathing and relaxation training; (b) Meditation (e.g., body scan, visualization, and guided imagery); (c) Cognitive elements (e.g., cognitive restructuring, addressing distorted thought patterns); (d) Behavioral components (e.g., activation, discussing the connection between increased pleasant events and mood); and (e) Problem-solving & goal setting. The group consists chiefly of cognitively intact older adults with a range of chronic psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, OCD, and bipolar disorder, as well as patients with chronic medical conditions. Recently discharged patients from 4-North may also be referred to the groups for ongoing support.

SUPERVISION PROVIDED:

Method of Supervision: Direct Observation and Case Presentation

Format: Individual

Hours Per Week: 1 (0.25 of group, 0.25 of individual)

Days and Times: Flexible

Names of Supervisor(s): Lucy Wall, PsyD