ODL 286: Diagnosis and Treatment of Hoarding Disorders

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 6 CREDIT HOURS APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 6 CE Credits
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 6 Contact Hours
Psychologists
APA – 6 CE Credits
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 6 Contact Hours
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 6 Contact Hours
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 6 Contact Hours
Substance Abuse Counselors
NAADAC – 6 Contact Hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 6 Contact Hours

Created On: 7/7/2024   Revised On: 6/25/2025

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, psychologists, counselors, nurses and case managers.

Counselor Skill Groups:

1. Clinical Intake and Screening
2. Clinical Assessment
3. Treatment Plan
4. Counseling Services

Overview:

Individuals with hoarding behaviors can be puzzling for clinicians to understand and work with. This workshop will present methods of assessing hoarding and diagnosing Hoarding Disorder in a systematic and compassionate manner. Differential diagnosis will also be discussed, along with additional factors to consider when conceptualizing hoarding behavior. The treatment of hoarding disorder will be explored by examining Motivational Interviewing, CBT, ERP, and skill building. Attendees will gain knowledge, insight, and clinical skills in their work with clients who hoard.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

• Discover methods of thorough assessment of hoarding behaviors and Hoarding Disorder according to DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria.
• Demonstrate contextual knowledge in understanding the etiology of hoarding and special considerations.
• Explain at least three challenges in treating hoarding disorder.
• Summarize at least two evidenced-based treatment approaches for Hoarding Disorder.
• Select appropriate treatment approaches and strategies based on client diversity and needs.
• Recall five best practices considerations in the treatment of Hoarding Disorder.

Presenter:

Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW, owner of Diane Bigler Therapy Services, Inc. 

Diane Bigler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas. She has over 20 years of experience in the social services field. Diane has held positions as a therapist (in-home and outpatient), private practice owner, trainer/facilitator, clinical supervisor, and Professor of Social Work. She also has experience in corporate wellness training and coaching. Diane is most passionate about providing quality educational training to professionals. She enjoys spoiling her four Dachshunds and anything 80’s related.