On-Demand
2025 LAMFT Conference: Past Perspective to Future Application

Depression: Old Problem…New Possibilities

Kathryn Steele, Ph.D., LMFT-S; LPC-S
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Information

Date & Time

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Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Participants will increase understanding regarding the available research about the various causes of depression.

  • Participants will learn strategies to distinguish between depression caused by biological issues and depression caused by circumstances, and personal perspectives that put individuals at risk for experiencing depression related to circumstances.

  • Participants will increase knowledge regarding utilizing evidence-based interventions for treating both types of depression.

Description

This workshop will explore the current research about the causes of depression, and the importance of distinguishing the difference between depression driven by biological issues and depression driven by circumstances, as well as specific treatment modalities for depression.

Target Audience

  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Social Worker
  • Substance Use Disorder Professionals

Presenters

Kathryn Steele, Ph.D., LMFT-S; LPC-S