Guided Imagery for Chronic Conditions - August

Day 1: 07 August 2.00pm-5.00pm AEST

Day 2: 14 August 2.00pm-4.00pm AEST

Social work brings a uniquely holistic perspective to work with clients and understands the importance of relaxation and rest for improving overall health and wellbeing.

Guided Imagery (GI) is a relaxation technique that uses the ‘mind’s eye’ to help de-stress and reduce the impact of chronic conditions. GI is an evidence-based intervention that can effectively be used in social work.

This two-part interactive workshop enables participants to develop skills in a simple, effective, low-cost intervention for pain, anxiety, depression, sleep disorders and trauma. In this workshop, Dr Judy Lovas will:

• Translate and explain current research that supports the clinical use of GI
• Outline biological pathways involved in stress and relaxation
• Consider the why, how and when to apply GI clinically

Format:

• facilitator-led zoom workshops: 5 hours
• self-directed learning and practice: 1 hour

Additional resources provided:

• Pre-reading
• Supplementary handouts (self-directed practice and reflective activities)

Who should attend?

Social workers and allied health professionals who wish to understand and develop proficiency in GI as an effective, evidence-based therapeutic intervention.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Define stress, relaxation and relaxation therapy
• Consider leading research in GI as a therapeutic intervention for chronic conditions
• Identify biological mechanisms by which GI can reduce chronic conditions
• Experience and practice GI on a personal level
• Apply GI to clients in a clinical setting

AASW Credential: Mental Health; Clinical