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Introduction to the Catholic Christian Meta-Model of the Person as A Foundation for Mental Health Practice
Description:
The presentation introduces the Catholic Christian Meta-Model of the Person (CCMMP), an integrative framework for understanding the person which incorporates the three wisdom traditions of philosophy, theology, and psychology. The presentation will examine the 11 major dimensions of the person identified by the CCMMP, as well as the multi-level analysis of the client that is required by its use. The benefits that the use of the CCMMP brings to the field and client care will also be briefly explored.
Category of Education: D1.1 Assessment/ Evaluation, Intervention
Intended Audience:
- Students
- Psychologists
- Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, Addiction Counselors
Content Learning Level: Beginner
Learning Objectives:
- List the 11 dimensions of the person identified in the CCMMP
- Describe 5 levels of analysis utilized by the CCMMP in understanding clients
- Explain the advantages that use of the CCMMP provides for the mental health field and client care
Schedule:
- First 10 minutes: Overview of the Catholic Christian Meta-Model of the Person
- Next 5 minutes: What benefits can the CCMMP bring to clients and the mental health field
- Next 40 minutes: Examination of the 11 dimensions of the person included in the CCMMP Next
- 5 minutes: Summary and concluding remarks
Cancelation Policy:
Refunds will not be offered for this event. However, registrants who cannot attend live are able to select the option to watch on demand and complete the home study to receive CE credits (if offered) at a later date. Any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Mary Hanys at mhanys@catholicpsychotherapy.org for more details
The Catholic Psychotherapy Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Catholic Psychotherapy Association maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
William Nordling, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Divine Mercy University/IPS
William Nordling, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Psy.D. program in clinical psychology at the Institute for the Psychological Sciences of Divine Mercy University. He teaches coursework in child, marriage, and family. He served on the Board of Directors and as 3rd President of the Catholic Psychotherapy Association. He is a co-editor of the ground-breaking book, A Catholic-Christian Meta-Model of the Person: Integration with Psychology and Mental Health Practice, which serves as a foundation for the curricula of degree programs at DMU and other mental health training programs throughout the world.
Stephen Grundman, Ph.D.
Dr. Grundman is Assistant Professor of Integrative Studies in the Psy.D. program in clinical psychology at the Institute for the Psychological Sciences of Divine Mercy University. He teaches courses on the nature of the person, rational moral development, and friendship, marriage, and family life. He co-led the development of the university’s first two online programs and their courses (MS in Psychology, MS in Counseling), as well as its online certificate in Spiritual Direction. These roles provided an opportunity for exposure to a broad range of psychological sciences and principles for clinical practice, as well as for deepening integrative thinking.
