This advanced course builds on the foundational “Overcoming Imposter Syndrome” training, looking more closely at the psychological, systemic and workplace factors that sustain self-doubt. Advanced CBT, ACT and mindfulness techniques help participants examine how perfectionism, ethical dilemmas and professional hierarchies feed imposter syndrome. Interactive activities such as guided reflection, structured exercises and chat-based discussion help each participant create a personal resilience plan, with no breakout groups.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Analyze systemic and internal contributors to imposter syndrome.
- Identify and challenge self-doubt patterns using CBT and ACT techniques.
- Implement mindfulness and self-compassion strategies for confidence.
- Examine how imposter syndrome influences clinical decision-making and supervision.
- Develop a structured growth plan for professional resilience.
Syllabus:
Introduction
Objective 1: Analyze systemic and internal contributors to imposter syndrome.
- Workplace hierarchies, perfectionism, and burnout.
- Systemic and cultural influences on self-doubt.
- Guided Reflection: Identifying personal triggers.
Objective 2: Identify and challenge self-doubt patterns using CBT and ACT techniques.
- Understanding cognitive distortions reinforcing imposter syndrome.
- ACT-based cognitive defusion strategies.
- Chat-Based Exercise: Rewriting self-doubt statements.
Objective 3: Implement mindfulness and self-compassion strategies for confidence.
- Neuroscience of self-trust and resilience.
- Self-compassion strategies for professional growth.
- Live Guided Practice: Mindfulness and somatic exercises.
Objective 4: Examine how imposter syndrome influences clinical decision-making, supervision, and leadership.
- Ethical concerns related to professional self-doubt.
- Imposter syndrome’s role in supervision and mentorship.
- Case Study Analysis: Individual reflection via chat.
Objective 5: Develop a structured growth plan for professional resilience.
- Strategies for long-term confidence-building.
- Self-Paced Exercise: Developing a 3–6-month resilience plan.
- Actionable steps for overcoming imposter syndrome.
Summary/Q&A
Social workers completing this course receive 2 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 2 Clinical continuing education training.
Instructor: Kristin Whiting-Davis, LCSW-C
Recording Date: August 8, 2025
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 2hrs Clinical continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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