Body Image & Self-Esteem (3 CE)
Course Level:Â Beginner, Intermediate
This Course Is For:Â Psychologists, Counselors, and Marriage & Family Therapists
Course Developed By: Melanie Haro, M.A., LMFT, Gerry Grossman, M.A., LMFT
Course Reviewed By:Â Jennifer Kolb, LCSW
Bio: Jennifer Kolb, LCSW; Social Work Consultant, reviewed and determined the course meets requirements for continuing education in the field of social work. This course is appropriate for masters and clinical level social workers. Jennifer graduated with a Master’s degree in Social Work with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Louisville, Kentucky. She specializes in school-based psychotherapy with children and adolescents, as well as licensing exam coaching and preparation.
Course Description:Â In a culture bombarded by images of youth and beauty, many feel the pressure to live up to this ideal. The impact on self-esteem can be potentially devastating. In this course we explore how culture affects our personal views of beauty; the ways in which different populations are affected by the pressures to be young and beautiful; the clinical implications of poor body image on clients; and the true sources of self-esteem. In addition, we present specific methods to facilitate healthy self-esteem in clients, to not only improve body image, but to improve all facets of a healthy self-image.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize how the media can impact clients’ self-image, specifically as it relates to youth and beauty.
- Describe the unique challenges facing different populations in terms of beauty and body image.
- Identify specific clinical concerns associated with clients’ dealing with poor body image.
- Incorporate interventions into treatment for building self-esteem in clients.
Approvals:
Board Approvals | American Psychological Association (APA), NBCC, Florida Board - Social Work, MFT, Counseling, and Psychology, NYSED - Social Work, MFT and Counseling Only, American Academy of Health Care Providers in the Addictive Disorders |
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CE Format | Online, Text-Based |