Introduction to the Unifying Framework for Psychotherapy
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- Sunday, January 25, 2026: 10-11:30 am Pacific
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Introduction to the Unifying Framework for Psychotherapy
with Dr. Diane Gehart
1.5 Hours of Free CE
What if there were an easier way to do this work well? In this workshop, participants will learn about an emerging unifying framework that streamlines the field’s theory and evidence base into a single, unified framework that can be used with all of your clients.
The Therapy that Works Unifying Framework synthesizes 50 theories and the field's evidence base into a single, streamlined framework that you can use with all of your clients.
Highly effective therapy...simplified.
Program Goal and Objectives
Program Overarching Goal: By the end of this program, participants will be able to describe how a unifying framework can be used to improve clinical outcomes and reduce clinician stress.
Specific Learning Objectives: At the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Explain the purpose of a unifying framework and at least three ways it can benefit both new and seasoned professionals.
- Identify the six elements of the unifying framework for family therapy.
- Describe the four levels of conceptualization that synthesize 50 different theoretical approaches.
CE Approval: This course has been approved for 1.5 hours of continuing education by the NBCC. Course meets the qualifications for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Cost and Access: The course is free from January 25 - February 3, 2026. Afterward, you must purchase the course for $39.
Refund Policy: N/A
Dr. Diane Gehart
I've spent much of my career trying to figure out how to do therapy well, going to countless workshops to learning over 50 different theoretical models.
However, after nearly 30 years as an active member of the established academic community, I have concluded that the field of mental health needs to find a better way to train its professionals — both those entering the field and those in it for decades.
I have decided to offer a saner approach to becoming a highly effective mental health professional for those who are interested.
You are welcome to join me if you, too, believe there has to be an easier way to do this work well.
More About Diane
An award-winning author, educator, and TEDx speaker, Dr. Diane Gehart has trained thousands of licensed mental health professionals over the past 30 years, translating complex clinical theories into easily understood principles and practices.
She is the Founder of the Therapy that Works Institute, pioneering a Unifying Framework for Psychotherapy, and is Professor Emerita at California State University, Northridge.
Her authored works include Theory and Treatment Planning in Counseling and Psychotherapy, Mastering Competencies in Family Therapy, Mindfulness and Acceptance in Couple and Family Therapy, and Mindfulness for Chocolate Lovers: A Lighthearted Way to Stress Less and Savor More Each Day and she has co-edited two volumes on Collaborative-Dialogic Practices: Relationships and Conversations that Make a Difference Across Cultures and Contexts with Harlene Anderson.
She maintains a private practice in Agoura Hills, California and is a licensed mental health provider in Hawai’i, Texas, and Oregon.
Course Details
Continuing Education Approval
Therapy that Works Institute programs are offered for NBCC credit (NBCC ACEP No. 7125). Additionally, the Therapy that Works Institute (Provider #1000141) is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and LEPs.
Therapy that Works Institute maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.
Course CE certificates will be awarded via email within 24 hours upon completion of all course modules, course quiz, and course evaluation.
Audience: This course is intended for both new and experience mental health clinicians, including counselors, family therapists, and social workers.
Accommodations/Grievances: Questions for accommodations and/or grievances related to the course should be directed to [email protected]. These communications will be responded to within 2 working days.
Diversity Policy: The instructor and all participants agree to respect and not discriminate against any individual or group with respect to any service, program, or activity based on gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, or other prohibited basis. Participants whose behavior is disruptive for any reason may be removed from the program/course without receiving CE credit.
Refunds: Because this is a digital product, all purchases are final.
