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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261027T193000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: ARFID and MCAS with Dr Karen Spielman
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: ARFID and MCAS with Dr Karen Spielman\n\nDate: Tuesday 27th October 2026\n\nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm AEST\n\nVenue: Online via Zoom\n\nContact Phone: (08) 7557 9556\n\nContact Email: education@aspm.org.au\n\n\nCosts: \nMembers – FREE \nNon-members – $50
URL:https://aspm.org.au/event/webinar-arfid-and-mcas-with-dr-karen-spielman/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260929T193000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Coercive Control: recognising patterns to enable early intervention with Dr Johanna Lynch
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Coercive Control: recognising patterns to enable early intervention with Dr Johanna Lynch\n\nDate: Tuesday 29th Sept 2026\n\nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm AEST\n\nVenue: Online via Zoom\n\nContact Phone: (08) 7557 9556\n\nContact Email: education@aspm.org.au\n\n  \nSession overview: \nReflecting on learnings from her time consulting to those working with domestic violence over the last six years\, Johanna Lynch will take us on a journey to reflect on what makes a healthy relationship and how it can shift into patterns of coercion. This wide generalist view of coercion is designed to work from first principles to help general practitioners and other generalist mental health clinicians to notice patterns that matter. \nLearning outcomes: \nAt the end of this session participants will be able to:\n\nDescribe the key elements of safe healthy relationships\nName the key patterns that impact relationships that are coercive\nName pathways for intervention when coercive control is identified.\n\nCosts: \nMembers – FREE \nNon-members – $50
URL:https://aspm.org.au/event/webinar-coercive-control-recognising-patterns-to-enable-early-intervention-with-dr-johanna-lynch/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260825T193000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Lifestyle Psychiatry with Dr Clea Alexander
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Lifestyle Psychiatry with Dr Clea Alexander\n\nDate: Tuesday 25th August 2026\n\nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm AEST\n\nVenue: Online via Zoom\n\nContact Phone: (08) 7557 9556\n\nContact Email: education@aspm.org.au\n\n  \nSession overview: \nThis webinar will provide you with evidence and tips for incorporating lifestyle interventions as a foundation of mental health care. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nExplain the impact of lifestyle factors on mental health and wellbeing\nDescribe the evidence for incorporating lifestyle interventions into routine mental health care\nIdentify recent guidelines relating to lifestyle interventions in mental health care\nOutline a coaching approach and the behaviour change science which supports this when discussing lifestyle changes for mental health and wellbeing\n\nCosts: \nMembers – FREE \nNon-members – $50
URL:https://aspm.org.au/event/webinar-lifestyle-psychiatry-with-dr-clea-alexander/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20260808T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20260809T170000
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SUMMARY:Face-to-Face FPS ST Training - August 2026
DESCRIPTION:Face-to-Face FPS ST Training – August 2026\n\n\n\n\nStart Date\n08 August 2026\nEnd Date\n09 August 2026\nStart Time\n9:00am\nEnd Time\n5.00pm\nVenue\nAdelaide\nContact Name\nASPM Education\nContact Phone\n08 7557 9556\nContact Email\neducation@aspm.org.au\nWebsite\nhttps://www.aspm.org.au/aspm-training/focused-psychological-strategies-skills-training-level-2/\nMax. Attendees\n24\nWho Can Register?\nAnyone\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFocused Psychological Strategies Skills Training – 8th-9th August 2026 | Face-to-face in Adelaide! Venue TBC \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGP Psychological Medicine Training: For GPs by GPs\nASPM offers an acclaimed and accredited Focused Psychological Strategies Level Two Training developed for GPs by GPs with a primary focus on the practical aspects of mental health care delivery in general practice. \nThe training is delivered face to face over two days\, with an additional 6 hours of predisposing activities and 1 hour of reinforcing activities. Numbers are capped to ensure good quality small group discussion and practical learning – so register as soon as you can. Your registration enables us to continue to offer high quality training ‘for GPs by GPs’\, and to build the strength of our organisation to serve GPs who highly value whole person care and Generalist Mental Health clinical skills training. \nOur training introduces foundational knowledge and skills that are important for providing psychological care to your patients. We also recommend various resources for further learning. Participants are eligible to receive 21 hours of CPD in the current triennium. \nA wide variety of resources and self-help activities are provided\, all of which are high quality\, online and free to access; most of these come from the rich suite of resources produced by Universities and other Mental Health Research and Advocacy organisations in Australia. In addition\, a comprehensive reading list is provided for those who wish to develop greater depth in particular areas of interest. \nThe training is highly interactive and very practical. It is suitable for all GPs with an interest in Mental Health from Registrars to the very experienced\, and many of the skills are also transferable to other areas of General Practice. We encourage contributions from and interaction between our participants\, and we always learn from attendees at each workshop. Our trainers are GPs and ASPM is dedicated to supporting our GP colleagues in this way. \n\n  \nWorkshop Session Times: \n\nSaturday 8th August – 9am – 5pm (AEST) \nSunday 9th August – 9am – 5pm (AEST) \nMember Fee – $1450 + GST \nNon-Member Fee – $1650  + GST \nConditions of entry: \n\nYou will need to complete the full workshop across both days\nYou must have completed Mental Health Skills Training Level 1 to be eligible\nYou will need to complete compulsory Predisposing and Reinforcing activities for accreditation\n\n  \nFPS Training Cancellation Policy \nCancellations made in writing to the ASPM Association 4 weeks out or longer from the first training module will receive a full refund less a $200 administration fee. Alternatively\, attendees can also use the full payment as a credit for any future ASPM training and event (no administration fee) \nCancellations made in writing to the ASPM Association 4 weeks or less will not receive a refund. The registration of the training course can however be transferred to an appropriate colleague (subject to approval from ASPM) should you be unable to attend within the 4 week period.
URL:https://aspm.org.au/event/face-to-face-fps-st-training-august-2026/
LOCATION:headspace\, 3 Whitelaw Terrace\, Gawler\, South Australia\, 5118\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260728T193000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Beyond Diagnosis: A Conversation on Identity\, Functioning and Acceptance in Neurodivergence by Dr Pansy Lai
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Beyond Diagnosis: A Conversation on Identity\, Functioning and Acceptance in Neurodivergence by Dr Pansy Lai\n\nDate: Tuesday 28th July 2026\n\nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm AEST\n\nVenue: Online via Zoom\n\nContact Phone: (08) 7557 9556\n\nContact Email: education@aspm.org.au\n\n  \nSession overview: \nIn this session\, we will explore how GPs can support their adult patients as they seek diagnosis\, medical and psychological treatment for neurodivergence. What drives adult patients to seek a diagnosis of neurodivergence? What are our goals for treatment? How do we collaborate with\, and empower neurodivergent individuals to develop and grow?  \nLearning outcomes: \nAt the end of this session participants will be able to:\n\nDiscuss how to provide a safe and supportive environment for neurodivergent patients to explore their identities and goals.\nDeveloping an understanding of challenges experienced by neurodivergent individuals.\nDiscuss how to use a strength-based approach to support patients in developing skills that enhance wellbeing.\n\nCosts: \nMembers – FREE \nNon-members – $50
URL:https://aspm.org.au/event/webinar-beyond-diagnosis-with-dr-pansy-lai/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260630T193000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Handling complex psychological issues safely & with more confidence with Dr Susan Barnett
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday 30th June 2026\n\nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm AEST\n\nVenue: Online via Zoom\n\nContact Phone: (08) 7557 9556\n\nContact Email: education@aspm.org.au\n\n\nSession overview: \nPeople living with complex mental health conditions often require coordinated\, person-centred care across multiple health services. In this 90-minute interactive webinar\, Dr Susan Barnett will explore the role of the general practitioner as part of the multidisciplinary treatment team\, providing practical strategies to support patients with complex mental health needs and the carers who play a vital role in their care. Participants will gain practical insights that can be applied in everyday general practice to enhance patient outcomes and collaborative care. \nLearning outcomes: \nAt the end of the session learners will be able to  \n\nUnderstand concepts when providing care in general practice setting to patients with complex mental health conditions and the role of the General Practitioner as a part of the treatment team\nIdentify strategies to support people with complex mental health conditions\nIdentify strategies to support carers of patients with complex mental health conditions
URL:https://aspm.org.au/event/webinar-handling-complex-psychological-issues-safely-with-more-confidence-with-dr-susan-barnett/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260620T100000
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SUMMARY:FPS-T in Eating Disorders with Dr Susan Barnett & Dr Karen Spielman
DESCRIPTION:Learning outcomes: \nBy the end of this program\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognise a broad range of eating disorder presentations in general practice\nConduct appropriate medical\, psychological and risk assessments for eating disorders\nIdentify red flags and determine when escalation of care is required\nUtilise evidence-based screening tools\, GP Hub resources and Eating Disorder Plans appropriately\nMatch evidence-based therapies to different eating disorder presentations and patient needs\nDevelop practical multidisciplinary management plans\, including family and carer involvement\nApply learning from real-world case discussions to everyday GP practice\n\nOverview: \nThese practical\, GP-focused workshop introduces a clear and clinically relevant approach to identifying and managing eating disorders in primary care. Grounded in psychological and trauma-informed principles\, this session explores how eating disorders present across different populations and why they are often missed or misdiagnosed. \nParticipants will build confidence in conducting comprehensive assessments\, recognising key clinical patterns\, and responding appropriately to positive screening results. The modules also outline the GP’s critical role in ongoing care\, including medical monitoring\, therapeutic engagement\, and gaining a broader understanding of the different types of eating disorder therapies available and how to match them for your different patients in a general practice setting. \nDesigned for busy clinicians\, this session emphasises real-world skills\, non-judgmental communication\, and strategies to support early intervention and improved patient outcomes. \nAccreditation: \nThis course has been accredited with both the RACGP & ACRRM for CPD hours. It has also been approved for MH_CPD and FPS_CPD through the GPMHSC. Upon completion\, if you are a member with either college\, you will be awarded 2 Educational Activity hours and 4 Reviewing Performance hours. \nCompletion also enables FREE ANZAED credentialing. \n       \n 
URL:https://aspm.org.au/event/fps-t-in-eating-disorders-with-dr-susan-barnett-dr-karen-spielman-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260602T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260602T210000
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SUMMARY:FPS-T in Eating Disorders with Dr Susan Barnett & Dr Karen Spielman
DESCRIPTION:Designed for busy clinicians\, this course is delivered over three consecutive weeks in interactive 2-hour online sessions each Tuesday evening. \nEach session focuses on a dedicated module\, allowing you to build your knowledge and confidence step-by-step\, with time to reflect and apply your learning in practice between sessions: \n• Week 1 (Session 1): Module 1: Tues 02 Jun 2026 @7:00pm – 9:00pm\n• Week 2 (Session 2): Module 2: Tues 09 Jun 2026 @7:00pm – 9:00pm\n• Week 3 (Session 3): Module 3: Tues 16 Jun 2026 @7:00pm – 9:00pm \nThis flexible\, spaced learning approach supports practical skill development and meaningful integration into everyday general practice. \nLearning outcomes: \nBy the end of this program\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognise a broad range of eating disorder presentations in general practice\nConduct appropriate medical\, psychological and risk assessments for eating disorders\nIdentify red flags and determine when escalation of care is required\nUtilise evidence-based screening tools\, GP Hub resources and Eating Disorder Plans appropriately\nMatch evidence-based therapies to different eating disorder presentations and patient needs\nDevelop practical multidisciplinary management plans\, including family and carer involvement\nApply learning from real-world case discussions to everyday GP practice\n\nOverview: \nThese practical\, GP-focused modules introduce a clear and clinically relevant approach to identifying and managing eating disorders in primary care. Grounded in psychological and trauma-informed principles\, these sessions explore how eating disorders present across different populations and why they are often missed or misdiagnosed. \nParticipants will build confidence in conducting comprehensive assessments\, recognising key clinical patterns\, and responding appropriately to positive screening results. The modules also outline the GP’s critical role in ongoing care\, including medical monitoring\, therapeutic engagement\, and gaining a broader understanding of the different types of eating disorder therapies available and how to match them for your different patients in a general practice setting. \nDesigned for busy clinicians\, these sessions emphasise real-world skills\, non-judgmental communication\, and strategies to support early intervention and improved patient outcomes. \nAccreditation: \nThis course has been accredited with both the RACGP & ACRRM for CPD hours. It has also been approved for MH_CPD and FPS_CPD through the GPMHSC. Upon completion\, if you are a member with either college\, you will be awarded 2 Educational Activity hours and 4 Reviewing Performance hours. \nCompletion also enables FREE ANZAED credentialing. \n     
URL:https://aspm.org.au/event/fps-t-in-eating-disorders-with-dr-susan-barnett-dr-karen-spielman/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260519T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260519T210000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: First principles of chronic pain with Dr Anne Saunders
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday 19th May 2026 \nTime: 7:30pm – 9:00pm AEST \nVenue: Zoom \nContact Phone: 08 7557 9556 \nContact Email: education@aspm.org.au \n  \nSession overview: \nThis webinar will provide GPs with a practical introduction to the first principles of chronic pain management in general practice. Participants will explore how to define and diagnose chronic pain\, assess opioid use through opioid equivalent dosing\, and develop an initial patient-centered pain management plan. The session will also examine the role of multidisciplinary care\, including allied health and specialist supports\, alongside current RACGP guidance on opioid prescribing and trials of opioid medicines. \nPresented by Dr Anne Saunders\, the webinar draws on extensive experience in addiction medicine\, chronic pain management\, opioid replacement treatment\, and whole-person care across both general practice and emergency medicine settings. \nLearning objectives: \n\nDefine and assess chronic pain in general practice\, including appropriate diagnostic considerations and patient assessment.\nApply evidence-based approaches to chronic pain management\, including calculating opioid equivalent doses and developing an initial patient-centred management plan.\nIdentify multidisciplinary care options and apply current RACGP guidance regarding opioid prescribing and trials of opioid medicines in practice.
URL:https://aspm.org.au/event/webinar-first-principles-of-chronic-pain-with-dr-anne-saunders/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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