CBT in ACTION: Theory and Practice 1-day workshop (CAIRNS)
Course Overview
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), pioneered by Ellis and Beck, is one of the most researched and effective therapeutic approaches available. The model is straightforward—but delivering it skilfully, flexibly, and without sounding scripted is where many practitioners get stuck.
This dynamic, hands-on workshop shows you how to bring CBT to life in real clinical interactions—moving beyond rigid manuals and checklists to a style that feels natural, responsive, and genuinely effective.
Spots are limited and will fill fast. Reserve yours today.
Course fee: $500
Use offer code CAIRNS100 to get an early-bird discount, $100 off the course fee. (offer expires 16/10/2026).
Date: Friday 27th November 2026
Time: 9am to 5pm
Venue: Crystalbrook Riley, 131/141 Esplanade, Cairns City QLD 4870
Dates & Bookings
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Course Leaders
Beyond their roles as clinical psychologists, our course leaders have received advanced training at two of the world’s most prestigious institutions: the Albert Ellis Institute in New York and the Beck Institute in Philadelphia.
Detailed Information
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Participants who have some knowledge of CBT and are in a health, helping or teaching profession. (e.g. Psychologists, Nurses, SW, OT, counselling, Educators, Physicians, Speech therapists).
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Join CBT Australia’s Prof. Monica O’Kelly and A/Prof. James Collard both experienced Clinical Psychologists and Lecturers who through this one day workshop will cover the following topics:
- Assessment issues in CBT
- Philosophical assumptions underlying CBT
- The importance of structuring a CBT session
- The CBT sequence
- The Socratic rather than didactic style
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At the end of the workshop the participants will:
- Have an understanding of the characteristics of behavioural assessment.
- Have an understanding of the philosophical assumptions underlying CBT.
- Be able to structure a CBT session.
- Be able to work through the CBT sequence.
- Have an understanding of the Socratic vs the didactic style.
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This one day workshop will be delivered in person at the Crystalbrook Riley Conference venue starting at 9am sharp. The course will finish at 5pm with breaks throughout the day.
Course schedule: 9am - 5pm
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Chapter 6 of CBT in Action which will be emailed to participants ahead of the course commencement.
- O’Kelly, M. (2021). CBT in Action: A Practitioner’s Toolkit (3rd ed.). CBT Australia.
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O’Kelly, M. (2021). CBT in Action: A Practitioner’s Toolkit (3rd edition) CBT Australia
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Prerequisite: Participants with some knowledge of CBT and are in a helping or teaching profession.
Registrations: Registrations submitted less than 10 days prior to commencement of a course are not secured until confirmed with the office by phone or email. Your place is NOT confirmed until payment has been received in full and receipted. If you do not receive a registration confirmation within 7 days of submitting your booking, please phone +61 (0)3 9705-2216.
Cancellation Policy: Notice of cancellation must be received in writing to CBT Australia (e: events@cbtaustralia.com.au)
within 5 days of event - no refund
within 6-10 days of event - 50% refund
over 10 days before event - full refund
withdraw from course after commencement - no certificate, or refund
registration transferable to another person upon application
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Morning, Lunch and Afternoon Tea provided
Please contact the venue directly with parking and accommodation enquires. Crystalbrook Riley: +61 7 4252 7777
Please contact our office for more information here.
Join us for a practical, skills-focused CBT workshop.
DATE: Friday 27th November 2026
TIME: 9am to 5pm
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Use offer code CAIRNS100 to get an early-bird discount, $100 off the course fee. (offer expires 16/10/2026).