Episode #2: Beyond Burnout Part II. Using Mindfulness, Cognitive Defusion and Compassionate Imagery to Foster Burnout Resiliency

Earn Continuing Education Credits (CEs): By listening to this episode, you can earn CEs if you join the Affirm Academy! To learn more and register, visit affirmmentalhealth.com, and click on the "Join the Affirm Academy" button. SIGN IN: Affirm Academy Members: Log in to get your CEs! If you're already a member, you can log in to your account https://shaina-siber-sanderowitz.mykajabi.com/login to take your post-test/evaluation and get your certificate within minutes. SIGN UP: Become a member here: https://affirmmentalhealth.com/become-a-member/ Course Information: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGdPTGZBcg/hf2KkCG_mJJOKrrepQPsAw/edit?utm_content=DAGdPTGZBcg&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton Episode Summary: In this episode of The Affirming Minds Podcast, Shaina continues the deep dive into the complex topic of professional burnout. Building on the foundations laid in Episode 1, Shaina focuses on practical strategies grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). She explores how these powerful frameworks can be used to develop burnout resiliency, helping both clinicians and their clients move past burnout into a place of greater fulfillment and engagement. Listeners will be introduced to the first 3 steps in Shaina’s Beyond Burnout Blueprint: creating a compelling vision, welcoming the unwanted and watching your words as burnout buffer. This strategy helps clinicians and clients alike imagine a future that is grounded in values while bolstering their resilience and growth. Shaina highlights key tools such as cognitive defusion, willingness, and compassionate imagery, offering evidence-based techniques that can transform how we relate to stress and burnout. --- What You’ll Learn: Demonstrate the ability to apply at least 1 cognitive defusion technique in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients observe their burnout-related thoughts without becoming entangled in them. Analyze the role of experiential avoidance in the development and maintenance of burnout and utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) interventions to foster client willingness to engage with difficult emotions. Utilize at least Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) interventions, such as compassionate imagery and language reframing, to help clients reduce self-criticism and activate the soothing system in burnout recovery. --- Resources Mentioned: Harris, Russ. The Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living. Gilbert, Paul. The Compassionate Mind: A New Approach to Life's Challenges. Neff, Kristin. Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself. Maslach, Christina, and Michael P. Leiter. The Truth About Burnout: How Organizations Cause Personal Stress and What to Do About It. Hayes, Steven C., Kirk D. Strosahl, and Kelly G. Wilson. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: The Process and Practice of Mindful Change. --- Conflict of Interest Disclosure: The host, Shaina Siber-Sanderowitz, LCSW, is the Founder of Affirm Mental Health, an accredited CE provider. She receives financial compensation from Affirm Mental Health for the development and delivery of continuing education content. There are no other conflicts of interest to disclose. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for clinical training or treatment. If you or someone you know needs mental health support, please reach out to a licensed professional. --- Don't Forget to Subscribe: If you love this episode, be sure to follow The Affirming Minds Podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts. Share it on your socials and help us grow the community of engaged, empowered, and educated mental health professionals. Join the Conversation: What did you think of this episode? We’d love to hear your thoughts! Tag us on social media with your biggest takeaways! Find Us Here: https://www.affirmmentalhealth.com Instagram: @affirmmentalhealth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AFFIRMMentalHealth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556924200735 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaina-siber-sanderowitz-905089249/ TikTok: @affirm_mental_health