Transformative CE Courses with Dr. Rivka Edery
Transform Your Practice with Evidence-Based CE Courses
Join Dr. Rivka Edery, PsyD, MSW, LCSW, for cutting-edge continuing education blending Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS)
Introduction
Welcome to my Continuing Education hub, where clinicians unlock transformative tools to empower their clients. With over 16 years as a trauma-informed therapist and creator of the pioneering U-Model™, integrating ACT and IFS, I’m dedicated to empowering psychologists, counselors, social workers, and healthcare professionals. My courses offer practical, evidence-based strategies to foster psychological flexibility and resilience.
Start transforming lives today!
2025 NASW-NC Virtual Fall Conference!
The U-Model™ in Action: Combining IFS and ACT for Clinical Practice
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
8:30 am-10:00 am Eastern Time
Session Overview
o Condensed Review of an 8-Hour Continuing Education Curriculum
o Examination of the U-Model's Empirical Foundations and Clinical Utility
o Practical Strategies for Implementing the Model in Therapeutic Settings
Learning Objectives
By the End of This Session, Participants Will Be Able to:
o Articulate the Core Principles of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Including the Concepts of "Self" and "Parts"
o Outline the Six Core Processes of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and its contribution to Psychological Flexibility
o Describe the U-Model as an Integrative Framework for Combining IFS and ACT
o Apply the U-Model's Seven Stages to Conceptualize Client Presentations in Clinical Practice
CEUs: Earn 1.5 CEU hours upon completion
Why: Elevate your skills to foster client resilience while meeting CEU requirements
Ready to transform your practice? Register through
NASW-NC’s website
https://www.naswnc.org/
❤️🩹🩺❣️Healing the Bond: An IFS Approach to Trauma-Bonding for Foster Youth -
A Four-Part Series.
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025, 12:30–2:30 pm PST / 3:30–5:30 pm EST.
In partnership with A Home Within. https://www.ahomewithin.org/
Presenter:
Dr. Rivka Edery, Psy.D, LCSW, IFS Level II
http://rivkaedery.com
COST: FREE
PART I
In this intimate 2-hour session, participants will:
1) Explore the essentials of Internal Family Systems (IFS)
2) Learn to map inner systems and identify protective and wounded parts
3) Discover methods for mending attachment wounds
4) Cultivate strategies for fostering lasting resilience in foster youth
Earn 2.0 CE credits (APA, NBCC, ASWB) while gaining practical tools to support clients’ relational healing and inner transformation.
Secure Your Spot:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/342sNSNdQY6dxfUM9_uvFQ?utm_source=A+Home+Within+Supporters&utm_campaign=cf12639351-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_01_27_11_29_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_afda1f0f44-cf12639351-464119839&mc_cid=cf12639351&mc_eid=0b5cfd9808#/registration
Email Aubree: aubree@ahomewithin.org
https://www.ahomewithin.org/
PART II: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Core Concepts of the IFS Model:
This module will provide an in-depth exploration of IFS principles: Self, Managers, Firefighters, and Exiles.
We’ll focus on common parts in former foster youth, such as the Hyper-Vigilant Manager, People-Pleasing Manager, Self-Blaming Exile, and Impulsive Firefighter, with case examples to illustrate their roles.
Earn 2.0 CE credits (APA, NBCC, ASWB) while gaining practical tools to support clients’ relational healing and inner transformation.
(check back soon for more details and registration link) .https://www.ahomewithin.org/
COST: FREE
PART III: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Mapping Internal Systems for Trauma-Bonds:
This interactive session will center on practical application. Participants will engage in an expanded "parts mapping" exercise using multiple case vignettes to identify and understand the internal systems that sustain trauma-bonds, building confidence in clinical application.
Earn 2.0 CE credits (APA, NBCC, ASWB) while gaining practical tools to support clients’ relational healing and inner transformation.
(check back soon for more details and registration link). https://www.ahomewithin.org/
COST: FREE
PART IV: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Healing through Self-Energy and Advanced Techniques:
The final module will focus on advanced IFS skills, including practicing Unblending, Witnessing, and Retrieval. We’ll explore how therapists can use their own Self-energy to create a safe therapeutic container, with ample time for role-playing and case discussions.
Earn 2.0 CE credits (APA, NBCC, ASWB) while gaining practical tools to support clients’ relational healing and inner transformation.
(check back soon for more details and registration link). https://www.ahomewithin.org/
COST: FREE
Building Flexibility with ACT
3-Hour Video CE Course | 3 CE Credits | $29.25
Immerse yourself in Building Flexibility with ACT, a dynamic 3-hour video course crafted to revolutionize your clinical practice. This engaging exploration of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) guides you through its core processes—cognitive defusion, acceptance, values-based action, and present-moment awareness—to address diverse clinical challenges with confidence and skill.
Why Enroll?
- Empower Your Clients: Master techniques to help clients manage unhelpful thoughts, embrace emotions, and align actions with their core values.
- Excel in ACT: Gain proficiency in cognitive defusion, self-as-context, and mindfulness to enhance resilience in individual and group therapy.
- Actionable Strategies: Apply SMART Goals, barrier planning, and exposure techniques to craft value-guided action plans.
- Flexible Learning: Access three one-hour videos, downloadable handouts, and an open-book, 20-question posttest (80% to pass, 3 attempts) at your pace.
Course Highlights:
- Accredited by APA, NBCC, ASWB, and major professional boards for 3 CE credits.
- Hosted by Professional Development Resources, a trusted nonprofit leader in CE.
- Delivered via seamless Vimeo streaming for a premium learning experience.
What Clinicians Say:
- “Excellent training! Thank you, Dr. Edery!” – G.G., MHC
- “What a wonderful course based on ACT. Dr. Edery speaks clearly and is engaging, which really helped me learn and retain the material.” – L.C., MFT
- “Great!” – R.J., PY
https://www.pdresources.org/product/building-flexibility-with-act/
“This course is my passion project, blending ACT’s transformative power with trauma-informed care to empower clinicians and their clients.” – Dr. Rivka Edery
About Dr. Rivka Edery
As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a PsyD and MSW, I bring over 16 years of expertise in trauma-informed care, psychological flexibility, and inner child healing. My pioneering U-Model™, integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Internal Family Systems (IFS), equips clinicians with innovative tools to address complex trauma and foster lasting resilience. As a passionate educator, I craft courses that are engaging, evidence-based, and immediately applicable.
Why Choose Dr. Edery’s Courses?
- Evidence-Based Excellence: Rooted in ACT, IFS, and trauma-informed principles.
- Practical and Engaging: Real-world case studies and actionable techniques for immediate impact.
- Flexible and Accessible: Learn at your own pace with instant access to premium materials.
- Trusted Accreditation: Partnered with Professional Development Resources, accredited by APA, NBCC, ASWB, and more.
Take the Next Step
Ready to elevate your practice and earn CE credits? Enroll in Building Flexibility with ACT or join my email list for updates on future courses. Together, we can transform lives through mindfulness and resilience.
Enroll in Building Flexibility with ACT
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Connect with Me
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Email: redery@rivkaedery.com
Website: www.rivkaedery.com
To read my academic publications:
ACADEMIA.EDU
https://eduusc.academia.edu/RivkaEderyPsyDCandidateMSWLCSW
RESEARCH GATE
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Rivka-Edery
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