About the Event...
“What actually makes therapy work?” You care deeply about your clients. You’ve invested time, energy & care into becoming the kind of therapist who makes a real difference… But when you sit across from a client, it’s easy to wonder… “Am I doing what matters most? “ “What really helps?” “How do I become the best therapist I can be, all the while enjoying the process & not falling into perfectionism?”
If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions, you’re in the right place!
We hope you can join us!
$79.00
A Glimpse into the Seminar...
In this seminar, we’ll explore decades of research on therapist effects - what we know about how you (the therapist) shape client outcomes. We’ll also take a closer look at the lives & qualities of master therapists; those trusted, highly effective clinicians who have sustained both their skill & their passion for the work over decades. Together, we’ll explore... • What “therapist effects” are & why they matter. • The characteristics that set master therapists apart, so you can decide which you’d like to cultivate in your own work. • How reflecting on your own development can boost your confidence, impact, & clinical satisfaction. • What to keep front & centre in your mind, no matter where you are in your career.
This isn't about perfection.
It’s about staying connected to the heart of the work & honing in on the areas of growth that will make the biggest difference in your practice.
$79.00
Who’s It For?
This seminar is for you if... • You’re a therapist in your first half of your career • You care deeply about your clients and want to keep growing • You sometimes wonder, “Am I doing this right?” • You want a career that’s not just sustainable, but deeply meaningful
Formal Learning Objectives By the end of this seminar, you will be able to...
Learning Objective #1
List at least three therapist characteristics that make a meaningful difference in client outcomes.
Learning Objective #2
List at least three characteristics master therapists consistently bring to their work.
Learning Objective #3
List at least two areas for growth in your own practice.
Just as you tailor care for every client’s unique story, you also have the opportunity to craft your own unique career as a therapist.
Join us for insights you can use in your practice right away!
$79.00
About the Presenter...
Dr. Allyson Smith, PhD | Psychologist, Ontario, Canada Founder of The Learning from Masters Seminar Series Dr. Smith has spent the better part of the past two decades practicing psychotherapy in a variety of setting, including hospitals, university counselling centres, a trauma centre, & always in some form of private practice. Her doctoral research at the University of Alberta focused on master therapists & the personal qualities that set them apart. Drawing from research, clinical experience & a passion for this work, she brings warmth, depth & clarity to continuing education.
Presentation Details
Offered twice - Choose the time that works best for you… Dates: • Wednesday, September 10, 2025 — 12–1 pm ET • Friday, September 12, 2025 — 1–2 pm ET • Live via Zoom (recording available to registrants). You'll receive a Zoom link to both sessions, choose the one that's most convenient for you. A recording will be available for all those who register. • Presented by Dr. Allyson Smith • 1 CE Hour Available for live attendees (offered through APA, please check with your state/provincial licensing body to be sure this qualifies in your area).
We hope you can join us!
Whether you’re feeling confident in your work or navigating uncertainty, this hour is a chance to pause, reflect & reconnect with the elements that matter most in your practice of therapy.
$79.00