Neglected:  Healing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue

Dr. John Dyben, DHSc, MCAP, CMHP

Extending ourselves each day in clinical environments, it’s easy to forget to take care of the caregiver. We often fail to remember the “heavy lifting” necessary to support others who are troubled, share optimism when we can and create enthusiasm for change among difficult populations….all while dealing with our own personal lives that may too, be troubled. Many of us won’t soon forget the engaging and down to earth event that Dr. Dyben brought us a few years ago on “The Happiness Trap.” One of our highest-rated presentations ever! This presentation will explore the dynamics of burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma and how they manifest in the everyday life of mental health professionals.

Learning Objectives:

2.0 General CEU Hours

Dr. John Dyben, DHSc, MCAP, CMHP

Dr. John Dyben serves as the Chief Clinical Officer for Origins Behavioral Healthcare. In this capacity, he provides both academic and clinical supervisory support to all of Origins’ programs. John’s academic background includes degrees in Psychology (BS), Conflict (MA), Management (MS), and a Doctor of Health Science, with his doctoral practicum having focused on the dynamics, epidemiology, and treatment of substance abuse and addiction in older adults. John is an ordained pastor, clinically trained chaplain, and board-certified as both a Master Addictions Professional and a Mental Health Professional in the State of Florida. In addition to his clinical work, John lectures in multiple professional and academic venues on topics related to science, health, spirituality, and ethics, and he was an adjunct professor at Palm Beach State College for 12 years. He brings over 20 years of experience as a therapist, educator, and spiritual director to this topic.

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