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Frequently Asked Questions
We want you to feel comfortable getting started with services at DASC, and in understanding what this might look like.
Please visit our list of frequently asked questions in order to get a better sense of what you can expect from us at DASC. Don't hesitate to reach out to us with any other questions not included here!
Continuing Education
DASC is a Registered Social Worker Continuing Education Sponsor in the state of Illinois and with the American Psychological Association
We periodically offer continuing education seminars and other supervision and training experiences where Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors and psychologists can earn continuing education credits (CEs). Please inquire regarding topics, lecturers and other training opportunities, and visit our "upcoming events" page to learn more about our current CE events!
In-Service Training
Our staff provide teaching and training in the latest cognitive-behavioral interventions, including:
Various forms of Exposure Therapy for anxiety disorders. We offer training in techniques for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Panic Disorder, Specific Phobias, and more
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for depression, anxiety, eating disorders and disorders of overcontrol and undercontrol
- Cognitive-Behavioral interventions for Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
- Trauma treatment for PTSD and complex trauma (C-PTSD)
Consultation
As mental health professionals, we are often faced with new challenges in our practices.
If you would like to get expert consultation on a specific case, we can help. We provide consultation services for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, other mood disorders, Panic Disorder, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), other anxiety disorders, stress management, eating disorders, and psychotic disorders.
Professional Supervision and Development
Are you looking to expand your practice and learn CBT, DBT, ACT, RO-DBT, exposure-based therapies and/or treatments for eating disorders and building body image flexibility?
Do you want to learn how to implement these interventions, but you don’t feel comfortable “going it alone”?
Why not learn from professionals who are experienced in teaching and implementing these interventions? AT DASC, we offer brief or ongoing clinical supervision on a variety of therapeutic modalities. It is our commitment to improve the quality and availability of evidence-based treatments to those in our community.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Diversity, equity and inclusion are not a finish line.
They are central in the creation and maintenance of inclusive spaces. DASC strives to nurture a culture of belonging and empowerment within staff, client care, and with our community partners.
DASC's Community Partners
DASC is proud to be the Chicago regional clinic with The National Social Anxiety Center (NSAC). NSAC was established with the intent of making the highest quality, evidence-based psychotherapy services to treat social anxiety available to those in need. We aim to do this through research, collaboration, dissemination to clinicians and educating the public. Visit the NSAC homepage here for more information.
DASC is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals' (iaedp) Heartland Chapter. The Heartland iaedp Chapter aims to provide educational opportunities to practicing professionals designed to increase awareness of eating disorder treatment and to enhance the skills of practicing professionals. The Heartland iaedp Chapter offers continuing education, networking, and support for professionals of all disciplines, orientation, and levels of experience treating eating disorders throughout Illinois.
OCD Midwest is the local affiliate of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), which covers Illinois, Indiana and Ohio. The mission of the IOCDF is to help those affected by obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders to live full and productive lives. Its aim is to increase access to effective treatment through research and training, foster a hopeful and supportive community for those affected by OCD and the professionals who treat them, and fight stigma surrounding mental health issues. OCD Midwest has contributed to this mission by bringing quality training for clinicians to our region, sponsoring and running support and treatment groups, starting and facilitating consultation groups for clinicians working with those affected by OCD, and bringing our communities together at various outreach events throughout the year. DASC has been involved with OCD Midwest since its inception and has had a member on its board ever since.
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