From seasoned supervisors to practicum students; this course is making a difference.

I could tell you why I believe in this training, yet it means more to hear from the therapists who’ve already taken it.

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"Matt's presentation is well-rounded, thorough, and well-researched, and I highly recommend it for any clinician wanting to deepen their understanding of a great treatment modality for social anxiety. Matt's expertise is second to none and anyone would be lucky to learn from him."
Emily C.

LCSW-S, Texas

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"This training was excellent and offered a clear, trauma-informed perspective on how shame contributes to social anxiety, along with practical ACT-based tools I can use right away. Matt’s calm voice and steady delivery made the material easy to digest and engaging throughout. I highly recommend this training."
James W.

LPC, Texas

"I felt that I did learn a lot from your training. You are engaging, not afraid to be humble and acknowledge your own misunderstandings. You made the connection and made yourself human. As a rookie, I didn't feel intimidated by your knowledge."
Heather P.

LPC-Associate

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"I really enjoyed learning more about ACT, and tangible interventions that can be used. Loved the concepts broken up into digestible 15 minute chunks."
Anonymous Attendee

Texas

Social anxiety speaks in fear. Shame whispers underneath.

                           You already know the surface signs of social anxiety: the                               fear of judgment, avoidance, the endless “what ifs.”                                     What’s harder to see is the shame underneath: the deep                               belief of “I am not enough.” And when that shame goes                               unseen, clients can stay stuck.

When you see the shame, you change the story.

This training reframes social anxiety through the lens of trauma and shame, giving you practical tools you can bring into the room right away. You’ll learn how to spot shame’s fingerprints and how to respond in ways that create safety, connection, and growth, without re-traumatizing your clients. 

Shame-Informed Treatment

Learn how shame shapes social anxiety and discover ways to bring it into the room with clarity and compassion.

Psychological Flexibility

Explore ACT-based strategies to reduce avoidance and help clients build the flexibility to face what matters most.

Practical Framework

Take away a trauma-informed framework with actionable handouts to guide clients from self-criticism toward self-compassion.

Meet Your Instructor

Hi, I'm Matt Bedell, PsyD, LPC-S, LCDC, your guide on this transformative journey. With years of experience in the field, I understand the challenges therapists face when dealing with social anxiety. So much so, that the title of my doctoral research was "Improving Treatment for Social Anxiety." I'm excited to share what I learned through the slog of research and help you unlock new possibilities in your practice. Join me and let's make a difference together!

Course Curriculum

16 Chapters · 35 Lessons

  1. 1

    Welcome in!

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      Appreciation for your presence.

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      Outline

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      Beta Disclaimer

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      All - Printable Handouts

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    Module 1: Setting the Stage and Learning Outcomes

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      Module 1: Welcome and Learning Outcomes

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      Experiential Activity

  3. 3

    Shame-Informed Interventions

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      Module 2: ACT Lens Overview, Big Picture

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      ACT Overview

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    Module 3: ACT Lens in Practice – Shame & Social Anxiety

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      Module 3: ACT Lens in Practice: Shame & Social Anxiety

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      Spotting Shame

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    Module 4: Understanding SAD Beyond the Fear of Negative Evaluation

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      Module 4: Understanding SAD Beyond the Fear of Negative Evaluation

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      Conceptualization

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    Module 5: Trauma & Social Anxiety Disorder

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      Module 5: Trauma & Social Anxiety Disorder

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      Social Trauma

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    Module 6: Genetics (Quick Note Only)

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      Module 6: Genetics (Quick Note Only)

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      Genetics

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    Module 7: Maintaining Processes - Experiential Avoidance

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      Module 7: Maintaining Processes - Experiential Avoidance

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      Paradox of Control

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    Module 8: Safety Behaviors & Their Cost

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      Module 8: Safety Behaviors & Their Cost

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      Safety Behaviors

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    Module 9: Intervention 1 – Mindfulness-Based Stress Management

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      Module 9: Intervention 1 – Mindfulness-Based Stress Management

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      Mindfulness

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    Module 10: Intervention 2 – Self-Compassion & Shame Work

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      Module 10: Intervention 2 – Self-Compassion & Shame Work

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      Self-Compassion Case Study

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      Self-Compassion Definition

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      Self-Compassion Activities

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    Module 11: Subtypes of Social Anxiety Disorder

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      Module 11: Subtypes of Social Anxiety Disorder

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      Subtypes of Social Anxiety

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      Subtypes References

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    Module 12: Quick Tips & Wrap-Up

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      Module 12: Quick Tips & Wrap-Up

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      Quick Tips

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    Final Remarks

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      Final Remarks

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      Recommended Trainings

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    CEU Quiz

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      CEU Quiz

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    Feedback Form

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      Feedback Form

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