This webinar is free and open to the public.

According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common psychiatric disorders globally. In the U.S., anxiety affects 6.8 million adults or 3% of the U.S. population, yet only 43% are receiving treatment. 

Identifying symptoms of anxiety disorders is key to a proper diagnosis. In this webinar, participants will understand the signs and symptoms associated with anxiety disorders as identified in the DSM 5-TR. Participants will learn evidence-based techniques such as deep breathing and grounding exercises to help manage anxiety symptoms. The session will also review best practices for treating anxiety, equipping participants with practical strategies to support and offer interventions to clients.

In this webinar you will: 

• Gain a deeper understanding of anxiety disorders
• Learn three evidence-based techniques to manage anxiety symptoms
• Explore three effective treatment options to improve anxiety symptoms

Instructor:

Golnaz Agahi, DSW, LCSW, MPH Associate Professor at UMass Global

Who should attend: Social workers, psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, and other behavioral health professionals.

This webinar is FREE. Participants will be awarded 1 CE credit for attending this webinar.

This webinar is eligible for 1 Continuing Education (CE) Credit for recertification by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). To earn 1 CE credit, participants must be a California residents and attend the free webinar or watch the recording. Participants must register and successfully complete a multiple-choice assessment and evaluation to receive a certificate of completion. UMass Global is recognized by the (BBS) California Board of Behavioral Sciences to provide continuing education credit per BPC Section 1887.4.3.

Please note the above webinar time is in Pacific Time