Individuals with hoarding behaviors can be puzzling for clinicians to understand and work with. This course will present methods of assessing hoarding and diagnosing Hoarding Disorder in a systematic and compassionate manner. Differential diagnosis will also be discussed, along with additional factors to consider when conceptualizing hoarding behavior. The treatment of hoarding disorder will be explored by examining Motivational Interviewing, CBT, ERP, and skill building. Attendees will gain knowledge, insight, and clinical skills in their work with clients who hoard.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Discover methods of thorough assessment of hoarding behaviors and Hoarding Disorder according to DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria.
- Demonstrate contextual knowledge in understanding the etiology of hoarding and special considerations.
- Summarize at least two evidenced-based treatment approaches for Hoarding Disorder.
- Select appropriate treatment approaches and strategies based on client diversity and needs.
- Recall five best practices considerations in the treatment of Hoarding Disorder.
Syllabus:
Objective #1: Discover methods of thorough assessment of hoarding behaviors and Hoarding Disorder according to DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria.
- Etiology of Hoarding
- Research/Stats
- Assessment procedures and DSM-5 diagnostic profile
- Correlated factors
- Co-occurring disorders
Objective #2: Demonstrate contextual knowledge in understanding the etiology of hoarding and special considerations.
- Video: classic hoarder profile
- Associated complications
- Four Deficit Areas
Objective #3: Summarize at least two evidenced-based treatment approaches for Hoarding Disorder.
- Treatment Approaches
- Motivational Interviewing
- CBT
- ERP
Objective #4: Select appropriate treatment approaches and strategies based on client diversity and needs.
- Starting the Process
- The ideal flow
- Therapeutic relationship
- HOMES Assessment & observation
- Integrative Treatment
- Tx process, success
Objective #5: Recall five best practices considerations in the treatment of Hoarding Disorder.
- Best Practices
- Tolin’s 10 Recommendations
- Do’s and Don’ts
Social workers completing this course receive 6 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 6 hours of Clinical continuing education training.
Instructor: Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW
Recording Date: March 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 6hrs 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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