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Behavioural Activation (BA) Therapy: From Theory to Practice

This course will teach you the fundamentals of Behavioural Activation (BA) as a therapeutic modality. BA is a brief, structured, evidence-based therapy that focuses on changing behaviour to improve mood and anxiety. Learn all about BA, and how to incorporate BA into therapy sessions with women across specific reproductive life stages.

  • Flexible Learning

    Presentations, case discussion & session recordings

  • Peer Community

    24/7 access to private expert chat

  • 4 Live Sessions

    • October 26
    • November 2
    • November 9
    • November 16

    @7-9pm ET

  • Certification Course

    BRIA Behavioural Activation (BA) Provider Certification 
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What You'll Learn:

  • The theory behind BA and its efficacy
  • How to incorporate BA into your therapy sessions
  • Who BA can help
  • Evidence-based BA tools (data collection, tools that implement change, agenda setting, how to structure each session, and termination)
  • How BA is used to help women who are trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, and in perimenopause/menopause
  • Implementation of symptom screening surveys 
  • Case-based clinical pearls

Who Should Take This Course:

  • Practitioners at any stage of their career — whether you are new to providing therapy or an experienced therapist looking to expand your skill set with a new therapeutic modality.
  • Nurses transitioning into therapy — nurses looking to expand their practice by developing therapy skills and seeking a practical, evidence-based modality to begin providing therapy.

Course Content

The BRIA Method: Why Train With Us?

Expand Your Knowledge & Client Base

Increase your confidence in caring for the mental health needs of individuals across reproductive life stages

A "Practice-Ready" Toolkit

Receive curated resources, specific clinical tools, screening questionnaires, and other useful strategies for your practice.

Access to a BA Therapy Expert

Benefit from direct Q&A with a leading BA expert who offers evidence-based information and peer consultation. 

Connection with a Community

Join a network of like-minded clinicians who share your passion for reproductive mental health, and access peer support when helping clients with depression or anxiety.

BRIA BA Therapy Certification Badge

Earn a digital credential to showcase expertise on your website and socials, signaling to clients and referrers that you are a trusted provider. 

Earn Your Credentials

Upon successful completion of the Behavioural Activation (BA) Unpacked: From Theory to Practice course and final quiz, you will be formally recognized as a BRIA-Certified Behavioural Activation (BA) Therapy Provider.

  • Behavioural Activation (BA) Therapy Provider

    The right to use the BRIA Behavioural Activation (BA) Therapy Provider title in your professional signature, resume, and social media profiles.

  • Expert Provider Directory

    Get a featured listing in BRIA's exclusive referral network, connecting you with clients looking for therapy.

  • Digital Certificate and Badge

    Branded certificate signed by BRIA Medical Leadership and badge to post on your website and social media.

Your Instructor

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Michelle Amato

RN, MN, IBCLC
BA Certified Therapist

FAQs

What if I have no prior experience with BA?

In this intensive course, you will learn everything about BA from the ground up. No prior experience is necessary and there will be many resources to prepare yourself for each session. And if you want to further hone your clinical skills in BA, more extensive peer consultation will be available once the course is completed.

What if I can't attend the live sessions? 

We encourage live participation, but all sessions are recorded and uploaded to your student dashboard within 24 hours. If you are unable to join live, you can catch up on your own schedule. By watching the videos, you will learn enough material to take the final quiz. 
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