About This Course

Cognitive Behavioral Training with Mentally STRONG

As dedicated mental health professionals, we want to see our clients reach their full potential. Often, it is easier said than done. You may find that many of your clients are struggling to overcome significant obstacles in their lives outside of a traditional therapy setting. That is why our team has developed a new and practical Cognitive Behavioral Training program to help anyone learn how to manage their mental health and overcome life’s toughest challenges.

A woman engaged in a conversation with another person, representing the application of the Mentally STRONG Method for professionals.
What to Expect

Using the Mentally STRONG Method in Your Practice

The Mentally STRONG Method is a hands-on, self-directed approach to understanding how negative experiences impact your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By learning to identify and challenge negative beliefs about yourself, you can develop new skills to help overcome your struggles. This method can treat various conditions, such as depression and anxiety, as it draws on various evidence-based aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Training.

Our unique Cognitive Behavioral Training program is designed to teach you how to use the Mentally STRONG Method to empower your clients to achieve their greatest goals and desires.

CONTENT WARNING: This course contains descriptions and extensive discussion regarding sexual abuse, self-harming behavior and the mental state of someone who suffered abuse or engaging in self harming behavior. Videos contained in this course may be emotionally activating for some participants.

Objectives

  • To understand how The Mentally STRONG Method meets the criteria for a cognitive behavioral technique.
  • To understand the four elements of The Mentally STRONG Method.
  • To understand the ten categories outlined in the element: Identify and Organize.
  • To understand how to use Choice Opportunities Worksheets within the Power of Choice Element. 
  • To feel confident using The Mentally STRONG Method with a client in a professional session. 

CE Hours Awarded for Completion: 5.5

Modules will include:

Video Lessons in each module

Downloadable Starter Pack

Reading Materials

Course References

"The Mentally STRONG Method has transformed how I work with my clients. I've gained practical skills to help them challenge negative beliefs and make real progress. This course has truly empowered me as a professional."
A Portrait of Emily R

Emily R.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

"This training provided me with practical tools and insights that I hadn’t found in other programs. Understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors through Cognitive Behavioral Training has been eye-opening. I've learned how to help my clients break free from negative patterns and achieve their goals with confidence. It’s made a significant difference in my practice, and I’m grateful for the impact it’s having on my clients."
A Portrait of Lisa M

Lisa M.
Mental Health Counselor

Syllabus:

In this course, you can expect to gain a thorough understanding of the Mentally STRONG Method and how to apply it in your professional practice. Over the course of eight modules, you’ll explore key elements that empower your clients to manage their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors more effectively. From learning how to map out thoughts to helping clients make empowered choices, this course will equip you with practical tools and insights. By the end, you'll have a comprehensive approach to support your clients in achieving their mental health and life goals.

🎬 8:02 minutes
🖊️ READ: What to Expect

 

In this module, you’ll dive deeper into the Mentally STRONG Method itself. You’ll learn the foundational principles that make this method effective, including how it helps clients identify and challenge negative beliefs, manage emotions, and build resilience.

🎬 17:17 minutes
🖊️ READ: What is the Mentally STRONG Method
🖊️ READ: “White Paper – Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapies to Reach a Larger Audience”

 

This module focuses on the Thought Map Element, a key tool in the Mentally STRONG Method. You’ll learn how to guide your clients in mapping out their thoughts, which helps them understand the connection between their experiences, thoughts, and behaviors.

🎬 2:07 minutes
🖊️ READ: Thought Map Element
🖊️ ASSIGNMENT: Complete an Identify and Organize with a Client

 

Here, you’ll explore the Identify and Organize Element. This module teaches you how to help clients sort through their thoughts and emotions, allowing them to gain clarity and better manage their mental health.

🎬 4:30 minutes
🖊️ READ: Identify and Organize Element
🖊️ ASSIGNMENT: Complete an Identify and Organize with a Client

 

This module introduces the Power of Choice Element, emphasizing how empowering clients to recognize and make choices can lead to positive change. You’ll learn techniques to help clients take control of their decisions and actions.

🎬 14:50 minutes
🖊️ READ: Power of Choice Element
🖊️ ASSIGNMENT: Complete a Personal Vision with a Client

 

Building on the previous module, this section teaches you how to apply the Power of Choice in real-life situations. You’ll explore how to help clients recognize choice opportunities and use them to create meaningful changes in their lives.

🖊️ READ: Choice Opportunities
🖊️ DOWNLOAD: Starter Pack
🖊️ ASSIGNMENT: Complete Choice Opportunities with Client

 

This module guides you in helping clients develop a Personal Vision, an essential part of the Mentally STRONG Method. You’ll learn how to assist clients in defining their goals and creating a clear path toward achieving them.

🎬 7:47 minutes
🖊️ READ: Personal Vision Element
🖊️ ASSIGNMENT: Complete a Personal Vision with a Client

 

The final module wraps up the course by summarizing the key elements of the Mentally STRONG Method. You’ll reflect on how to integrate these tools into your practice and empower your clients to lead more fulfilling, resilient lives.

🎬 6:47 minutes
🖊️ READ/SUBMIT: Professional Advocate Agreement

 
"The Mentally STRONG Method has transformed how I work with my clients. I've gained practical skills to help them challenge negative beliefs and make real progress. This course has truly empowered me as a professional."
A Portrait of Emily R

Emily R.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

"This training provided me with practical tools and insights that I hadn’t found in other programs. Understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors through Cognitive Behavioral Training has been eye-opening. I've learned how to help my clients break free from negative patterns and achieve their goals with confidence. It’s made a significant difference in my practice, and I’m grateful for the impact it’s having on my clients."
A Portrait of Lisa M

Lisa M.
Mental Health Counselor

Strength Through the Mentally STRONG Method

FAQ

Questions and Answers

This course is ideal for professionals who want to deepen their understanding of how negative experiences shape thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. If you’re looking to empower your clients by teaching them to challenge negative beliefs and develop new skills for overcoming struggles, this course is a perfect fit. It's designed for those who want to integrate a hands-on, self-directed approach into their practice.

Created by our founder, Dr. Cristi Bundukamara Ed.D. PMHNP, The Mentally STRONG Method is a “do it yourself” approach to understanding how past experiences and circumstances impact feelings and behaviors. This approach to children’s mental health is rooted in evidence based on theories of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and was developed by our team of experienced mental health professionals. We believe anyone can use the Mentally STRONG Method to assess their own stories and the ways in which they impact our daily lives.

Raising Mentally STRONG kids was designed to teach you how to address common issues related to your child’s emotional and physical development, such as low self-esteem, communication barriers, interpersonal relationships, and more.

In this course, you will learn how to apply the Mentally STRONG Method, a practical approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Training. You'll gain the skills to help clients identify and challenge negative beliefs, manage conditions like depression and anxiety, and build resilience. The course equips you with the tools to guide your clients toward achieving their greatest goals and living a more empowered life.

You can sign up for our Courses for Professionals directly on our website by clicking the “Enroll Today” button above. This online course is structured into 8 modules and includes downloadable starter packs and course references to enhance your learning experience. You have the flexibility to complete the course at your own pace, ensuring you can fully absorb and apply the skills and knowledge to your practice.

Strength Through the Mentally STRONG Method

FAQ

Questions and Answers

This course is ideal for professionals who want to deepen their understanding of how negative experiences shape thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. If you’re looking to empower your clients by teaching them to challenge negative beliefs and develop new skills for overcoming struggles, this course is a perfect fit. It's designed for those who want to integrate a hands-on, self-directed approach into their practice.

Created by our founder, Dr. Cristi Bundukamara Ed.D. PMHNP, The Mentally STRONG Method is a “do it yourself” approach to understanding how past experiences and circumstances impact feelings and behaviors. This approach to children’s mental health is rooted in evidence based on theories of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and was developed by our team of experienced mental health professionals. We believe anyone can use the Mentally STRONG Method to assess their own stories and the ways in which they impact our daily lives.

Raising Mentally STRONG kids was designed to teach you how to address common issues related to your child’s emotional and physical development, such as low self-esteem, communication barriers, interpersonal relationships, and more.

In this course, you will learn how to apply the Mentally STRONG Method, a practical approach rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Training. You'll gain the skills to help clients identify and challenge negative beliefs, manage conditions like depression and anxiety, and build resilience. The course equips you with the tools to guide your clients toward achieving their greatest goals and living a more empowered life.

You can sign up for our Courses for Professionals directly on our website by clicking the “Enroll Today” button above. This online course is structured into 8 modules and includes downloadable starter packs and course references to enhance your learning experience. You have the flexibility to complete the course at your own pace, ensuring you can fully absorb and apply the skills and knowledge to your practice.