Dr. Abramowitz and Dr. Jacoby will provide a clear and practical overview of the conceptualization, assessment, and treatment of adult OCD using evidence-based approaches, particularly exposure and response prevention (ERP). They will cover strategies for treatment planning, optimizing exposure therapy using an inhibitory learning approach, and how to address common challenges that arise in therapy. Drs. Abramowitz and Jacoby will also explore how to tailor treatment by integrating acceptance-based strategies and involving family members.

The perceptions and experiences of retirement by psychologists have not been given much attention in either study or theory. This webinar summarizes cross-cutting observations of retirement stories collected by Rodney R. Baker and Patrick H. DeLeon from psychologists who described their retirement experiences in ten APA annual meeting symposia for different APA divisions from 2014 through 2025. This program is *not* offered for continuing education.

Please note: The live webinar on November 20, 2025, is the French version of the August 5, 2025, webinar of the same title. You can only earn CE once for this course, whether you watch the webinar in English or French. Dans ce webinaire, nous explorerons les applications cliniques de la science de l'attachement en thérapie individuelle centrée sur l’émotion (TCÉ-I) développé par la Dre Susan Johnson. Un aperçu de l'attachement tel qu'il s'applique à la conceptualisation de cas cliniques mènera à une exploration de la structure du modèle TCÉ et des interventions spécifiques appliquées dans le travail auprès d’adultes souffrant d'anxiété. Il s'agira d'explications détaillées sur les mouvements thérapeutiques qui composent ce que l'on appelle le « tango à la TCÉ », ainsi que de vignettes cliniques. In this Webinar, we will explore the clinical applications of attachment science in individual therapy according to the Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) model developed by Dr. Susan Johnson. An overview of attachment as it applies to clinical case conceptualization in will lead into an exploration of the structure of the EFT model and the specific interventions applied in work with adult individuals with anxiety. This will feature detailed explanations of the therapeutic moves that comprise what is known as the “EFT Tango,” along with clinical vignettes.

Circadian rhythms are increasingly implicated in numerous mental health disorders including depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and OCD. Effective treatments exist for regularizing and optimizing circadian rhythmicity, which can have positive effects on mental health outcomes and quality of life. Dr. Elaine Boland will review the current evidence on the relationship of circadian rhythms and mental health, identify the various ways that circadian dysregulation can manifest in individuals with mental health conditions, and discuss treatment pathways including collaboration with behavioral sleep medicine specialists as well as techniques for integrating circadian knowledge into clinical practice.

Dr. Tyrel Starks will discuss essential aspects of the theory and practice of motivational interviewing (MI) with couples. In many ways, MI with couples draws upon elements of established MI practice, such as MI spirit, processes, and skills like OARS, that will be familiar to any experienced practitioner. At the same time, working with a couple means forming an alliance with both of the partners individually as well as with the couple as a whole. It also involves allowing partners to speak to one another and helping them to communicate more effectively than they might on their own. Dr. Starks will discuss how established MI practices are adjusted in response to these considerations.

Rural trans and nonbinary (TNB) youth face a paradoxical mental health challenge. They increasingly must rely on social media for support and community, but online forums pose a significant risk to young people's mental health and social well-being. The broad accessibility, user anonymity, and group dynamics on social media tend to amplify bullying and violent speech. The authors examine the clinical and ethical challenges rural mental health providers (MHPs) face, such as navigating complex, ever-increasing state and federal laws and policies affecting TNB youth; operating as specialists in service deserts; and balancing ethical obligations with client safety. We propose a therapy intervention model called Digital Literacy for Resistance (DLR) that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools with digital literacy strategies to empower rural TNB youth and their families.

Over the last 10–20 years, there has been a significant increase in the amount of research on nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). Yet it remains misunderstood, highly stigmatized, and one of the more puzzling behaviors that present in the context of health service. In this article, we aim to help clinicians to better understand and address NSSI in their clinical practice. In reference to a clinical vignette, we provide an overview of the current knowledge regarding NSSI, outline a new person-centered framework of NSSI recovery, touch on key ethical and clinical considerations regarding NSSI, and provide concrete tips for working with clients who self-injure within the person-centered framework. We also offer suggested language that can be used to support clients who self-injure, in a non-judgmental and supportive way.