Dates:  January 22nd – 24th, 2027

Friday – 8:30 am EST – 7:15 pm EST

Saturday – 9:00 am EST- 7:15 pm EST

Sunday – 9:00 am EST – 4:30 pm EST

Location: HYBRID: Albert Ellis Institute, 145 East 32nd Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10016 & ZOOM

Cost: $1900

Number of Didactic Hours: 9

Number of Supervision Hours: 15

24 Contact Hours/ 24 Continuing Education Credits will be provided by Albert Ellis Institute upon successful completion of the training

Target Audience: Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors

Eligibility

Open to individuals who have successfully completed the Associate Fellowship or Fellowship Program awarded by Albert Ellis Institute

Instructional Level: Advanced

Lecture 1: Supervisory Strategies and Considerations in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

Lecture 2: Training of Supervisors in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

Lecture 3: Identifying and Correcting Skills Deficits and Errors in REBT

Peer Counseling 1-5: Practicing REBT Supervision in Peer Counseling– Participants will be assigned to small groups for practice incorporating the supervisory skills taught during the didactic portion of the training.  An REBT core faculty trainer will meet with the group, with participants practicing supervision of REBT skills.  Participants will provide REBT supervisory feedback for peer counseling sessions.  Participants will receive in vivo feedback from core faculty trainer of their demonstrated REBT supervisory skills.  There are five rounds of peer counseling during the training.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Assess therapists’ ability to identify a specific problem for the session.
  • Prepare therapists to ask clients for a specific example of the problem.
  • Rate therapists on their ability to help clients identify the Critical A.
  • Explain to therapists how to identify specific emotional and behavioral Consequences(C’s).
  • Critique therapists on their ability to discriminate between health and unhealthy emotional and behavioral consequences (C’s).
  • Assess therapists’ skills in establishing agreement on the goals and tasks of the session.
  • Rate if the therapist has assessed and identified the client’s irrational belief(s).
  • Demonstrate an understanding of rational and irrational beliefs by discussing the difference with the client.
  • Demonstrate how to explain to therapists the connection between beliefs and emotional and behavioral consequences  (Established B-C connection).
  • Assess therapists’ ability to debate clients’ irrational beliefs utilizing at least three different disputation questions and two disputation styles (Debated IBs)
  • Discuss at least two strategies to create a full rational alternative belief with therapists.
  • Identify whether a relevant homework assignment was negotiated between therapist and client, and if not, explain at least three ways to do so.

Required Readings:

Doyle, K.A., Hickey, M. & DiGiuseppe, R. (2022). Supervision in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. In D. McKay, E. A. Storch, & J. Abramowitz (Eds.). Training and Supervision in Specialized Cognitive-Behavior Therapy: Methods, Settings, & Populations. American Psychological Association.

Stock, R., Vaughn, R., Terjesen, M. (2023). Competency in Clinical Supervision in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In: Terjesen, M.D., Del Vecchio, T. (eds) Handbook of Training and Supervision in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-33735-2_13

Evaluation and Minimum Scores for Completion of the Supervisory Certificate in REBT:

  • Successful completion of (75%) of an examination at the end of the training on the theory and practice of REBT.
  • Skills rating of a minimum average of “3.5” across the five (5) live peer counseling sessions. If the participant does not meet this requirement, they may be permitted to provide additional demonstration(s) of REBT supervision skills as necessary, to be reviewed by an approved core faculty trainer at an additional cost to the participant.

 

Core Faculty Trainers: 

Raymond DiGiuseppe, Ph.D., Sc.D., Director of Professional Education and Core Faculty Trainer, Albert Ellis Institute

Kristene A. Doyle, Ph.D., Sc.D., Executive Director and Core Faculty Trainer, Albert Ellis Institute

Michael Hickey, Ph.D., Director of Psychological Evaluations and Core Faculty Trainer, Albert Ellis Institute

Mark D. Terjesen, Ph.D., Core Faculty Trainer, Albert Ellis Institute

* Some instructors may receive royalties for the publication of any texts, books, articles, chapters, or psychological tests that are required, discussed and/or referred to in the presentations.

Instructor Credentials:

Raymond DiGiuseppe, Ph.D., Sc.D.:  After earning a B.S. degree from Villanova University, Dr. DiGiuseppe received his Ph.D. from Hofstra University in 1975. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at AEI in 1977. In 1980 he became the Institute’s Director of Professional Education, a position he has held since then. He is also a Core Faculty Trainer for Albert Ellis Institute. He has trained hundreds of therapists in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) throughout the world. He received the Jack Krasner Early Career Contribution Award from APA’s Division of Psychotherapy (29) and was elected a fellow of the American Psychological Association’s divisions of Psychotherapy, Clinical, School, and Family Psychology.

Dr. DiGiuseppe joined the faculty of St. John’s University in 1987 and is presently professor and chair of the psychology department. He has been very active in the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). Dr. DiGiuseppe helped develop the Diplomate in Behavioral Psychology (1986-87) and served on the Diplomate board. He was associate program chair (1995), and program chair (1996) for ABCT. He has served on the editorial board of ABCT’s Cognitive and Behavioral Practice. He served as ABCT convention coordinator (1997 – 2000) and associate convener for the 2001 World Congress for Behavior Therapy. Dr. DiGiuseppe developed and promoted popular convention formats such as the Master Clinician Series and the World Rounds demonstrations. Dr. DiGiuseppe was elected ABCT representative-at-large in 2001 and recently served as President of the organization.

Dr. DiGiuseppe has contributed to the scientific and clinical literature with six books, more than 120 chapters and articles, and hundreds of conference presentations. He is co-authored two psychological tests, The Anger Disorders Scale (for Adults, and the Anger Regulation and Expression Scale (for children and adolescents). He has co-authored several books on REBT including the Practitioner’s Guide to Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, which is undergoing its third edition. His present scholarship focuses on clinical aspects of anger and REBT, on which he lectures widely.

Kristene A. Doyle, Ph.D., Sc.D.: Dr. Doyle is the Executive Director of Albert Ellis Institute (AEI). Dr. Doyle is also Director of Clinical Services, founding Director of the Eating Disorders Treatment and Research Center (EDTRC), and a licensed psychologist at AEI. She is also a Core Faculty Trainer for Albert Ellis Institute. During her 24-year tenure at AEI, Dr. Doyle has held various leadership roles including Associate Executive Director, Training and Development Coordinator, and Director of Child and Family Services. She is also a Diplomate in Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (RE & CBT) and serves on the Diplomate Board.

In addition to training and supervising AEI’s fellows and staff therapists, Dr. Doyle conducts numerous workshops and professional trainings throughout the world. With a distinguished international presence, Dr. Doyle has influenced the growth and practice of RE & CBT in countries spanning several continents including North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Dr. Doyle’s clinical and research interests include Eating Disorders & Weight Management, RE & CBT treatment of children and adolescents, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapeutic Process, Outcome & Dissemination. Dr. Doyle is co-author of A Practitioner’s Guide to Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy, 3rd edition. She is also the co-editor of Cognitive Behavior Therapies: A Guidebook for Practitioners.  She is co-editor of The Journal of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavior Therapy. She has contributed numerous book chapters on topics such as the treatment of eating disorders, ADHD, group therapy, and coping with loss. She has presented her research at several national and international conventions, including those of the American Psychological Association (APA), Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT), and the World Congress of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies. In addition, Dr. Doyle has published in numerous scientific journals, some of which include Journal of Social Behavior and Personality and The Journal of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavior Therapy.

In addition to her work at AEI, Dr. Doyle is appointed as Full Adjunct Professor at St. John’s University in both the Clinical Psychology and School Psychology Doctoral Programs, where she has taught for 24 years. She is also a Full Adjunct Professor serving as a supervising psychologist at Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY.

Dr. Doyle served on the Board of Directors for The Institute of General Semantics, served on The Advisory Council for Rescuing Leftover Cuisine (RLF), and is a member of the New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene Medical Reserves Corps.

Dr. Doyle has served as an expert commentator during multiple media appearances spanning ABC’s 20/20, Access Hollywood, Channel 2, and Channel 11 News. Dr. Doyle has also been quoted in prestigious publications including The New York Times, U.S. News and World Report, and The Wall Street Journal.

Michael Hickey, Ph.D.: Dr. Hickey is a licensed psychologist and the founding Director of the Center for Psychological Evaluation and the Center for Treatment and Research of Obsessive-Compulsive & Related Disorders at Albert Ellis Institute (AEI).  A graduate of Western New England University, Dr. Hickey earned his B.A. in Psychology, Summa Cum Laude, and received the University’s prestigious Alumni Award for graduating with the highest cumulative grade point average. He went on to earn his M.A. and Ph.D. in Combined Clinical and School Psychology at Hofstra University and completed a pre-doctoral internship and fellowship at AEI.

In addition, Dr. Hickey is a core faculty trainer for AEI and has trained numerous students and mental health professionals in the method and application of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). He has conducted several public lectures and professional workshops on a variety of topics including evidence-based treatment for Anxiety Disorders, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Dr. Hickey’s doctoral dissertation examined the role of disgust sensitivity as an understudied emotional component in BDD and was one of the first to publish an empirical investigation on this topic. Additional clinical and research interests include the etiology and treatment of anxiety disorders, BDD, and other Obsessive-Compulsive Related Disorders. Dr. Hickey has published his work in peer-reviewed journals including the International Journal of Cognitive Therapy and the American Journal of Psychotherapy. He has authored and co-authored several book chapters on topics such as REBT, anxiety disorders in children and adults, couples therapy, and clinical supervision. He is also on the editorial review board for the Journal of Rational-Emotive and Cognitive-Behavior Therapy.

Dr. Hickey has held memberships in the American Psychological Association (APA), the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT), the International Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Foundation (IOCDF), and the New York State Psychological Association. He has presented his research at annual conventions for APA, ABCT, and IOCDF. In the media, Dr. Hickey has provided expert advice on overcoming social anxiety on New York City’s PIX 11 Morning News. In addition to his work at AEI, Dr. Hickey has over 10 years of experience in conducting intellectual evaluations of children for the Educational Records Bureau (ERB) and has held adjunct faculty positions at Molloy University, Post University, Hofstra University, St. John’s University and is currently an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the School Psychology Graduate Program at Teachers College, Columbia University.

Mark D. Terjesen, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist, professor of psychology in the Department of Psychology at St. John’s University in Queens, New York, a Fellow, Supervisor, and Core Faculty Trainer of Albert Ellis Institute (AEI). Dr. Terjesen serves as the Director of Clinical Training (DCT)/program director of the School Psychology PsyD program and has trained and supervised doctoral students throughout his tenure, having mentored more than 100 doctoral dissertation research projects. Dr. Terjesen has trained many professionals internationally in the use of rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) and cognitive-behavioral therapy practices with children, adults, and families. Dr. Terjesen has studied, published, and presented at many national and international conferences on topics related to REBT and assessment and clinical work with children, adolescents, and families. His scholarly contributions include serving as the co-author of the books: Deliberate Practice in Behavioral Parent Training and Deliberate Practice in Rational Emotive behavior Therapy and co-editor of the books Rational-Emotive and Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches to Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in a Global Context, the Handbook of Training and Supervision in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Handbook of Behavioral Parent Training. Dr. Terjesen has held numerous leadership roles within local, state, and national organizations and serves as the clinical director at North Coast Psychological Services in Syosset, New York where he maintains a private practice providing clinical work with youth, adults, and families.

Cancelling of Registration

Time Frame (Days before Training) Cancellation Fees
28 days or more None
14 to 27 days 50% of registration fee
Less than 14 days 100% of registration fee

Albert Ellis Institute incurs significant administrative costs related to your registration before a training. Therefore, the following fees apply should you cancel your registration.  If you wish to cancel your registration, a notification should be sent in writing to info@albertellis.org.  Refunds will be provided as noted above with associated relevant fees.

Any necessary information related to inclement weather that will affect a training will be emailed to the address you have provided us or is available by calling 212-535-0822 during usual business hours.

There are times when Albert Ellis Institute may need to cancel a training. We would only do so with good reason, however, we reserve this right, as well as the right to reschedule trainings and/or substitute presenters. If we need to cancel or reschedule a training, we will transfer your registration to the next available scheduled training on that particular topic. If you cannot or choose not to transfer your registration, you may request a full refund of training fees paid.

Albert Ellis Institute disclaims any liability for any losses or damages, direct or indirect, arising from a training cancellation and will not be held responsible for any associated costs incurred with respect to travel, accommodation, US visa application fees, or related fees.

 

   

Albert Ellis Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Albert Ellis Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Albert Ellis Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5145. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Albert Ellis Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Albert Ellis Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0133.

Albert Ellis Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0131.

Albert Ellis Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors #MHC-0019.

3 - Day Supervisory Certificate Practicum in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

$1,900.00



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Description

Dates:  January 22nd – 24th, 2027

Friday – 8:30 am EST – 7:15 pm EST

Saturday – 9:00 am EST- 7:15 pm EST

Sunday – 9:00 am EST – 4:30 pm EST

Location: HYBRID: Albert Ellis Institute, 145 East 32nd Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10016 & ZOOM

Cost: $1900

Number of Didactic Hours: 9

Number of Supervision Hours: 15

24 Contact Hours/ 24 Continuing Education Credits will be provided by Albert Ellis Institute upon successful completion of the training

Target Audience: Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors

Eligibility

Open to individuals who have successfully completed the Associate Fellowship or Fellowship Program awarded by Albert Ellis Institute

Instructional Level: Advanced

Lecture 1: Supervisory Strategies and Considerations in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

Lecture 2: Training of Supervisors in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

Lecture 3: Identifying and Correcting Skills Deficits and Errors in REBT

Peer Counseling 1-5: Practicing REBT Supervision in Peer Counseling– Participants will be assigned to small groups for practice incorporating the supervisory skills taught during the didactic portion of the training.  An REBT core faculty trainer will meet with the group, with participants practicing supervision of REBT skills.  Participants will provide REBT supervisory feedback for peer counseling sessions.  Participants will receive in vivo feedback from core faculty trainer of their demonstrated REBT supervisory skills.  There are five rounds of peer counseling during the training.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Assess therapists’ ability to identify a specific problem for the session.
  • Prepare therapists to ask clients for a specific example of the problem.
  • Rate therapists on their ability to help clients identify the Critical A.
  • Explain to therapists how to identify specific emotional and behavioral Consequences(C’s).
  • Critique therapists on their ability to discriminate between health and unhealthy emotional and behavioral consequences (C’s).
  • Assess therapists’ skills in establishing agreement on the goals and tasks of the session.
  • Rate if the therapist has assessed and identified the client’s irrational belief(s).
  • Demonstrate an understanding of rational and irrational beliefs by discussing the difference with the client.
  • Demonstrate how to explain to therapists the connection between beliefs and emotional and behavioral consequences  (Established B-C connection).
  • Assess therapists’ ability to debate clients’ irrational beliefs utilizing at least three different disputation questions and two disputation styles (Debated IBs)
  • Discuss at least two strategies to create a full rational alternative belief with therapists.
  • Identify whether a relevant homework assignment was negotiated between therapist and client, and if not, explain at least three ways to do so.

Required Readings:

Doyle, K.A., Hickey, M. & DiGiuseppe, R. (2022). Supervision in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. In D. McKay, E. A. Storch, & J. Abramowitz (Eds.). Training and Supervision in Specialized Cognitive-Behavior Therapy: Methods, Settings, & Populations. American Psychological Association.

Stock, R., Vaughn, R., Terjesen, M. (2023). Competency in Clinical Supervision in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In: Terjesen, M.D., Del Vecchio, T. (eds) Handbook of Training and Supervision in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-33735-2_13

Evaluation and Minimum Scores for Completion of the Supervisory Certificate in REBT:

  • Successful completion of (75%) of an examination at the end of the training on the theory and practice of REBT.
  • Skills rating of a minimum average of “3.5” across the five (5) live peer counseling sessions. If the participant does not meet this requirement, they may be permitted to provide additional demonstration(s) of REBT supervision skills as necessary, to be reviewed by an approved core faculty trainer at an additional cost to the participant.

 

Core Faculty Trainers: 

Raymond DiGiuseppe, Ph.D., Sc.D., Director of Professional Education and Core Faculty Trainer, Albert Ellis Institute

Kristene A. Doyle, Ph.D., Sc.D., Executive Director and Core Faculty Trainer, Albert Ellis Institute

Michael Hickey, Ph.D., Director of Psychological Evaluations and Core Faculty Trainer, Albert Ellis Institute

Mark D. Terjesen, Ph.D., Core Faculty Trainer, Albert Ellis Institute

* Some instructors may receive royalties for the publication of any texts, books, articles, chapters, or psychological tests that are required, discussed and/or referred to in the presentations.

Instructor Credentials:

Raymond DiGiuseppe, Ph.D., Sc.D.:  After earning a B.S. degree from Villanova University, Dr. DiGiuseppe received his Ph.D. from Hofstra University in 1975. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at AEI in 1977. In 1980 he became the Institute’s Director of Professional Education, a position he has held since then. He is also a Core Faculty Trainer for Albert Ellis Institute. He has trained hundreds of therapists in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) throughout the world. He received the Jack Krasner Early Career Contribution Award from APA’s Division of Psychotherapy (29) and was elected a fellow of the American Psychological Association’s divisions of Psychotherapy, Clinical, School, and Family Psychology.

Dr. DiGiuseppe joined the faculty of St. John’s University in 1987 and is presently professor and chair of the psychology department. He has been very active in the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). Dr. DiGiuseppe helped develop the Diplomate in Behavioral Psychology (1986-87) and served on the Diplomate board. He was associate program chair (1995), and program chair (1996) for ABCT. He has served on the editorial board of ABCT’s Cognitive and Behavioral Practice. He served as ABCT convention coordinator (1997 – 2000) and associate convener for the 2001 World Congress for Behavior Therapy. Dr. DiGiuseppe developed and promoted popular convention formats such as the Master Clinician Series and the World Rounds demonstrations. Dr. DiGiuseppe was elected ABCT representative-at-large in 2001 and recently served as President of the organization.

Dr. DiGiuseppe has contributed to the scientific and clinical literature with six books, more than 120 chapters and articles, and hundreds of conference presentations. He is co-authored two psychological tests, The Anger Disorders Scale (for Adults, and the Anger Regulation and Expression Scale (for children and adolescents). He has co-authored several books on REBT including the Practitioner’s Guide to Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, which is undergoing its third edition. His present scholarship focuses on clinical aspects of anger and REBT, on which he lectures widely.

Kristene A. Doyle, Ph.D., Sc.D.: Dr. Doyle is the Executive Director of Albert Ellis Institute (AEI). Dr. Doyle is also Director of Clinical Services, founding Director of the Eating Disorders Treatment and Research Center (EDTRC), and a licensed psychologist at AEI. She is also a Core Faculty Trainer for Albert Ellis Institute. During her 24-year tenure at AEI, Dr. Doyle has held various leadership roles including Associate Executive Director, Training and Development Coordinator, and Director of Child and Family Services. She is also a Diplomate in Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (RE & CBT) and serves on the Diplomate Board.

In addition to training and supervising AEI’s fellows and staff therapists, Dr. Doyle conducts numerous workshops and professional trainings throughout the world. With a distinguished international presence, Dr. Doyle has influenced the growth and practice of RE & CBT in countries spanning several continents including North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Dr. Doyle’s clinical and research interests include Eating Disorders & Weight Management, RE & CBT treatment of children and adolescents, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapeutic Process, Outcome & Dissemination. Dr. Doyle is co-author of A Practitioner’s Guide to Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy, 3rd edition. She is also the co-editor of Cognitive Behavior Therapies: A Guidebook for Practitioners.  She is co-editor of The Journal of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavior Therapy. She has contributed numerous book chapters on topics such as the treatment of eating disorders, ADHD, group therapy, and coping with loss. She has presented her research at several national and international conventions, including those of the American Psychological Association (APA), Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT), and the World Congress of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies. In addition, Dr. Doyle has published in numerous scientific journals, some of which include Journal of Social Behavior and Personality and The Journal of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavior Therapy.

In addition to her work at AEI, Dr. Doyle is appointed as Full Adjunct Professor at St. John’s University in both the Clinical Psychology and School Psychology Doctoral Programs, where she has taught for 24 years. She is also a Full Adjunct Professor serving as a supervising psychologist at Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY.

Dr. Doyle served on the Board of Directors for The Institute of General Semantics, served on The Advisory Council for Rescuing Leftover Cuisine (RLF), and is a member of the New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene Medical Reserves Corps.

Dr. Doyle has served as an expert commentator during multiple media appearances spanning ABC’s 20/20, Access Hollywood, Channel 2, and Channel 11 News. Dr. Doyle has also been quoted in prestigious publications including The New York Times, U.S. News and World Report, and The Wall Street Journal.

Michael Hickey, Ph.D.: Dr. Hickey is a licensed psychologist and the founding Director of the Center for Psychological Evaluation and the Center for Treatment and Research of Obsessive-Compulsive & Related Disorders at Albert Ellis Institute (AEI).  A graduate of Western New England University, Dr. Hickey earned his B.A. in Psychology, Summa Cum Laude, and received the University’s prestigious Alumni Award for graduating with the highest cumulative grade point average. He went on to earn his M.A. and Ph.D. in Combined Clinical and School Psychology at Hofstra University and completed a pre-doctoral internship and fellowship at AEI.

In addition, Dr. Hickey is a core faculty trainer for AEI and has trained numerous students and mental health professionals in the method and application of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). He has conducted several public lectures and professional workshops on a variety of topics including evidence-based treatment for Anxiety Disorders, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Dr. Hickey’s doctoral dissertation examined the role of disgust sensitivity as an understudied emotional component in BDD and was one of the first to publish an empirical investigation on this topic. Additional clinical and research interests include the etiology and treatment of anxiety disorders, BDD, and other Obsessive-Compulsive Related Disorders. Dr. Hickey has published his work in peer-reviewed journals including the International Journal of Cognitive Therapy and the American Journal of Psychotherapy. He has authored and co-authored several book chapters on topics such as REBT, anxiety disorders in children and adults, couples therapy, and clinical supervision. He is also on the editorial review board for the Journal of Rational-Emotive and Cognitive-Behavior Therapy.

Dr. Hickey has held memberships in the American Psychological Association (APA), the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT), the International Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Foundation (IOCDF), and the New York State Psychological Association. He has presented his research at annual conventions for APA, ABCT, and IOCDF. In the media, Dr. Hickey has provided expert advice on overcoming social anxiety on New York City’s PIX 11 Morning News. In addition to his work at AEI, Dr. Hickey has over 10 years of experience in conducting intellectual evaluations of children for the Educational Records Bureau (ERB) and has held adjunct faculty positions at Molloy University, Post University, Hofstra University, St. John’s University and is currently an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the School Psychology Graduate Program at Teachers College, Columbia University.

Mark D. Terjesen, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist, professor of psychology in the Department of Psychology at St. John’s University in Queens, New York, a Fellow, Supervisor, and Core Faculty Trainer of Albert Ellis Institute (AEI). Dr. Terjesen serves as the Director of Clinical Training (DCT)/program director of the School Psychology PsyD program and has trained and supervised doctoral students throughout his tenure, having mentored more than 100 doctoral dissertation research projects. Dr. Terjesen has trained many professionals internationally in the use of rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) and cognitive-behavioral therapy practices with children, adults, and families. Dr. Terjesen has studied, published, and presented at many national and international conferences on topics related to REBT and assessment and clinical work with children, adolescents, and families. His scholarly contributions include serving as the co-author of the books: Deliberate Practice in Behavioral Parent Training and Deliberate Practice in Rational Emotive behavior Therapy and co-editor of the books Rational-Emotive and Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches to Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in a Global Context, the Handbook of Training and Supervision in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the Handbook of Behavioral Parent Training. Dr. Terjesen has held numerous leadership roles within local, state, and national organizations and serves as the clinical director at North Coast Psychological Services in Syosset, New York where he maintains a private practice providing clinical work with youth, adults, and families.

Cancelling of Registration

Time Frame (Days before Training) Cancellation Fees
28 days or more None
14 to 27 days 50% of registration fee
Less than 14 days 100% of registration fee

Albert Ellis Institute incurs significant administrative costs related to your registration before a training. Therefore, the following fees apply should you cancel your registration.  If you wish to cancel your registration, a notification should be sent in writing to info@albertellis.org.  Refunds will be provided as noted above with associated relevant fees.

Any necessary information related to inclement weather that will affect a training will be emailed to the address you have provided us or is available by calling 212-535-0822 during usual business hours.

There are times when Albert Ellis Institute may need to cancel a training. We would only do so with good reason, however, we reserve this right, as well as the right to reschedule trainings and/or substitute presenters. If we need to cancel or reschedule a training, we will transfer your registration to the next available scheduled training on that particular topic. If you cannot or choose not to transfer your registration, you may request a full refund of training fees paid.

Albert Ellis Institute disclaims any liability for any losses or damages, direct or indirect, arising from a training cancellation and will not be held responsible for any associated costs incurred with respect to travel, accommodation, US visa application fees, or related fees.

 

   

Albert Ellis Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Albert Ellis Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Albert Ellis Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5145. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Albert Ellis Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Albert Ellis Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0133.

Albert Ellis Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0131.

Albert Ellis Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors #MHC-0019.

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