The Science of Compassion: Drawing on Mindful Self-Compassion and Compassion-Focused Therapy

Speaker:
Shane O'Neil-Hart, LCSW
Senior Clinical Manager, Coaching Program • Lyra Health
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Learning objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
1) Define the compassion-focused therapy model of emotion regulation
2) Discuss and understand the roots of suffering in evolutionary history, personal histories, and the present moment
3) Describe the growing body of research which suggests that compassion-focused therapy may be a beneficial supplement to other treatments, particularly for patients who rate high in shame and self-criticism
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Intensive Services Grand Rounds presentations are for educational purposes and intended only for behavioral/mental health professionals and clinical providers.