| IBC Seminars, Trainings, &
Workshops |
Below are some of
the seminars, trainings, and workshops that IBC has conducted
over the past seven years to a variety of audiences. This
list is not exhaustive, and IBC tailors each seminar to
meet
the needs of your specific group or organization. |
| In the Shadows
of the Net |
| This interactive seminar provides
a live, online demonstration of what professionals need to know
about the Internet and how to help those who are trapped in
an escalating cycle of denial, isolation, and shame. An overview
of why the Internet is such a powerful force and the consequences
of problematic use of the Internet is presented. This workshop
can be tailored to the specific needs of any helping professional
audience. Below are some examples
of how this workshop has been tailored to meet the needs of
clinicians, clergy, probation/parole, and attorneys. |
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Clinicians - In
addition to the above description, this workshop focuses on
the clinical aspects of treating problematic online behavior.
Specifics regarding assessment, treatment, case management,
and followup care are emphasized. |
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Clergy - In addition to the
above description, this workshop focuses on the spiritual
aspects
of problematic online behavior. Specific issues emphasized
inlcude the unique issues associated with clergy
and religious systems,
incorporation
of spirituality into treatment, and the impact of problematic
online behavior on clergy, churches, and parishioners. |
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Probation / Parole - In addition
to the above description, this workshop focuses on the specific
issues faced by probation and parole officers. Specifics include
prevention and identification of problematic online users,
effective
management techniques, and the technical/psychological concepts
involved in pre-sentence investigations and managing post-adjudicated
individuals. |
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Attorneys - In addition to
the above description, this workshop focuses on information
needed by defense attorneys and prosecutors regarding online
problematic behavior. Specifics on the language of the Internet,
how and where illegal online behavior takes place, profiles
of problematic online users, and effective questions for examination
and cross-examination are emphasized. |
| Crossing the
Superhighway: Keeping Kids Safe on the Net |
This seminar
provides critical information about the Internet to individuals
who care for and about children. Information presented includes
current statistics, danger zone on the net, symptoms of problematic
online behavior in these age groups, and specific strategies
to identify, assist, and protect children from online problematic
behavior and online exploitation. |
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Families - In addition
to the above description, this workshop targets families
and
others whose primary responsibility it is to care for children.
Emphasis is placed on Internet basics, danger areas, prevention,
intervention, contracting with children and adolescents about
their online use, and resources to keep homes safe from
Internet
exploitation. |
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Schools - In addition to the
above description, this workshop helps teachers, guidance counselors,
principals and other staff and administration understand the
psychological implications of Internet technology in a K-12
setting. Issues presented include child safety, danger zones,
blocking software, identifying at-risk kids, and online bullying.
The SMART Curriculum by McGraw-Hill is introduced and discussed
as a strategy to address all aspects of the Internet in a school
system. |
| Partners of
Individuals with Internet Behavior Problems |
| Partners of individuals with Internet
behavior problems are often a challenging group in therapeutic
settings. Many times the energy and focus is on the identified
patient who has difficulties with the Internet. The issues
of
the partner are often ignored or minimized in the treatment
process. This workshop helps professionals understand the
dynamics
of the partner, and their contributions to the unhealthy family
system. Techniques for getting partners through their own
denial
and invested in their own therapeutic journey are presented.
This workshop can also be tailored for pastoral care providers
and spiritual directors to help partners re-connect in a more
healthy and spiritual fashion. |
| Higher Education
Institutions |
| One population particularly vulnerable
to problematic online behavior is the college-aged student.
Nearly 15 percent of college students meet the criteria for
Internet compulsivity, more than double that reported in the
general population. Issues that increase a student's vulnerability
include easy access, more time online, curiosity, and the belief
of invulnerability. This workshop will educate participants
about problematic online behaviors, provide assessment tools
to identify online risk behaviors, and suggest prevention strategies
and resources for the college campus. This workshop can be tailored
to the following audiences: |
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Students - Self assessment,
danger zones, risk behaviors, & resources |
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College Counselors - Assessment,
intervention strategies, and referrals |
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Resident Advisors / Resident Directors
- Internet issues in the dorms |
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Student Training Programs - Basic
knowledge, tools, & techniques |
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Faculty / Administrators - Prevention,
monitoring, student assistance |
| Workplace Issues
Related to the Internet Problems |
| Regardless of the size of
a company, Internet related problems can lead to decreased
productivity,
lost money, low morale, unhealthy employees and work environments,
and increased liability. Designed specifically for business
related professionals, this seminar addresses issues related
to problematic online behavior and the workplace. Participants
learn strategies for identifying and assisting employees who
exhibit symptoms of problematic online behaviors at work. |
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Human Resource Professionals-
In addition to the above description, this
workshop emphasizes prevention, monitoring, and referral strategies
for human resource professionals. Specific suggestions will
be made on identifying and approaching individuals with Internet
behavior problems in the workplace. Participants will practice
developing fair and enforceable “Acceptable Use Policies”
for their company. |
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Employee Assistance Professionals - In
addition to the above description, this workshop focuses on
prevention and short term intervention strategies, triage assessment
skills, and finding resources and appropriate referrals for
clients. |
| Effective Treatment
Using Characters, Tools, and Toys |
| This workshop presents a variety
of innovative and fun elements designed to engage clients
with
problematic online behaviors in the treatment process, and
improve the effectiveness of interventions. This workshop
introduces
"Toys and Tools" that can be used to represent difficult
issues facing this group of clients. The Toys and Tools can
be used to teach psychological concepts such as emotional intelligence,
addictive disorders, the criminal mind, and many others. The
Toys and Tools method uses a metaphorical language allowing
for greater client insight and increased therapeutic rapport. |
