Social Anxiety Disorder: An Integrated, Comprehensive Approach

This advanced training focuses on providing an integrated, comprehensive, evidence-based approach. Participants will review various treatment models. The workshop will expand upon first-line
CBT interventions to address barriers to progress and the role of shame in symptom maintenance. Adaptations of standard treatment will also be discussed to support individualized treatment.

Presented by Julie DiMatteo, Ph.D.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 9:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

  • Board certified in behavior and cognitive therapy from the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP)
  • Specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, BFRBs, and trauma
  • Board member and the research coordinator for the National Social Anxiety Center
  • Co-founder of CBT Specialists, a private group practice in North Jersey.

Location: Cranford, NJ, 2 miles from Garden State Parkway exit 137

NJ-ACT maintains responsibility for this program and its content. NJ-ACT membership and advance registration are required. Registration includes 2 CE credits for psychologists or social workers. NJ-ACT never charges for CE credits.

Register using the PayPal buttons below or copy-paste the slip at the bottom of this page into a blank document, complete, and mail with your check to NJ-ACT, c/o Lynn Mollick and Milton Spett, 904 Cranford Ave, Westfield NJ  07090.

$55 – NJ-ACT member, psychologist CE credit

$55 – NJ-ACT member, social worker CE credit

Bountiful, scrumptious, delectable, and luscious brunch includes an omelet station, crispy farmhouse bacon, French toast casserole with strawberries, Italian breakfast potatoes, fresh fruit platter, pastries, muffins, scones, croissants, orange juice, coffee, and tea.

Schedule of the day
9:15  Sumptuous brunch – part 1
10:00  Presentation – part 1
11:00  Sumptuous brunch – part 2
11:30  Presentation – part 2
12:30  End of workshop

Learning Objectives: At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
1. Identify core features of social anxiety disorder and assessment tools
2. Apply evidence-based interventions from various models to improve outcomes
3. Modify CBT interventions for special populations

NJ-ACT and Dr. DiMatteo receive no commercial support and have no conflicts of interest. This workshop is appropriate for all mental health professionals who are licensed for independent practice.

Target Audience: Mental health professionals licensed for independent practice
Instructional Level: This workshop is appropriate for all levels
Cancellations: Full refund or credit for cancellations received one week prior to the workshop

NJ-ACT members only: Please register me for the September 13, 2026 regal brunch-workshop “Social Anxiety Disorder: An Integrated, Comprehensive Approach.”

My check to NJ-ACT for $55 is enclosed.

Name ____________________________________________________________________

Continuing Education in Empirically-Supported Psychotherapy