An Integrative Workshop on Meditation, Reflective Practice and Attentional Regulation for Anxiety 

Online Self-Paced Workshop – Available for 3 Months from Date of Purchase 

• Date: Friday 24 July 
• Presenter: Dr. Eileen Higgins 
• Online – TherapyAcademy.ie 
• Available for immediate enrolment online from 24-07-2026 (Self-Paced Online Workshop) 
• 6.5 IACP Approved CPD Points 
• Suitable for Counsellors, Psychotherapists and Mental Health Professionals 
• Event available for booking through TherapyAcademy.ie 

Presenter’s Bio: 

Dr Eileen Higgins, PhD, MSc, BSc (Hons), MIACP, is an Accredited Member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and a member of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). She holds a PhD by Research in Clinical Psychology, a Professional Master’s Degree in Clinical and Health Psychology, a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology, a Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, a Diploma in Counselling, and a Diploma in Counsellor Supervision. 

Dr Higgins has extensive experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, trauma-related difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, stress, and relationship issues. She works from an integrative, evidence-informed and trauma-informed perspective, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), mindfulness-informed approaches and psychodynamic principles. 

Her professional interests include anxiety disorders, emotional regulation, reflective practice, attachment, shame, self-compassion, and the integration of emerging psychological research into clinical practice. 

Event Outline: 

This workshop explores anxiety through cognitive, behavioural, developmental, schema-focused and neuroscience perspectives, while examining how meditation, reflective practice and attentional regulation may support emotional regulation and anxiety management within evidence-informed psychotherapy. 

Participants will develop a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to the development and maintenance of anxiety and will explore the role of reflective awareness, attentional processes, self-regulation practices and mindfulness-based approaches within clinical work. 

The workshop includes exploration of: 

• Cognitive, emotional, behavioural and physiological processes involved in anxiety.
  • The role of maladaptive schemas and core beliefs.
  • Neuroscience and emotional regulation. 
  • Mindfulness, meditation and attentional regulation approaches. 
  • Trauma-informed considerations and contraindications. 
  • Ethical and professional practice considerations. 
  • Clinical formulation and case study application. 
  • Critical evaluation of established and emerging evidence. 
  • Integration of reflective and regulation-based practices within psychotherapy frameworks. 

The workshop is delivered through a structured programme of pre-recorded presentations, guided reflective exercises, case study analysis, workbook activities, experiential learning exercises and knowledge assessment. 

Learning is completed independently at the participant’s own pace. 

Assessment: 

Participants complete a 20-question multiple-choice assessment. A minimum score of 60% is required for successful completion and certification. 

Certification: 

Participants who complete the workshop and achieve the required assessment score will receive a Certificate of Completion for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes. 

Please note that successful completion of this workshop does not confer competence, certification, accreditation or qualification in clinical hypnosis. The workshop is educational in nature and supports professional learning, critical reflection and evidence-informed clinical practice. 

Included in the Fee (€80): 

• Access to all workshop modules.
  • Downloadable workbook and learning materials.
  • Knowledge assessment quiz. 
  • Certificate of Completion upon successful completion. 
  • Access to workshop materials for 3 months. 

Booking Information: 

Website: www.TherapyAcademy.ie 

Email: thetherapyroom3@gmail.com 

Telephone: 085 8121003 

Please note that workshop access is intended solely for the registered participant and materials may not be shared or distributed without permission. 

Participants may download their Certificate of Completion immediately upon successful completion of the assessment. 

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