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Earn CE Credit
May 17, 2025
1pm-3:30pm (Block A) 660 N. Heliotrope Dr., Hollywood, CA 90004 Teaching Healing Through Cinema
Mental Health Professionals can earn continuing education credit by participating in our festival. |
DESCRIPTION
Prescriptive Cinema Therapy:
Integrating Film Themes into Clinical Practice
Integrating Film Themes into Clinical Practice
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DESCRIPTION
This introductory-level course introduces the principles and clinical applications of prescriptive cinema therapy. Participants will learn how to select films based on client needs, integrate film themes into therapeutic discussions, and consider ethical factors when recommending films as part of treatment. Through film screenings, guided reflections, and structured discussions, participants will develop basic skills for applying cinema as a therapeutic tool to enhance insight, emotional processing, and behavior change.
This course is designed for psychologists, psychology trainees, and mental health professionals who are new to using cinema therapy in clinical practice. OUTLINE
What this course will cover:
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OBJECTIVES
#1Define prescriptive cinema therapy and describe its theoretical foundations within psychotherapy practice.
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#2Identify criteria for selecting appropriate films to match specific therapeutic goals and client needs.
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#3Apply structured discussion techniques to translate cinematic themes into therapeutic insights and behavior change strategies.
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INSTRUCTORS
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TAMIKA DAMOND, PHD
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST Dr. Tamika Damond is a Licensed Psychologist and founder of the Believe Psychology Film Festival. She is uniquely positioned at the crossroads of psychology and film. With a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a deep passion for cinema and community engagement, she leads a visionary movement that integrates psychological insights with the art of storytelling. Dr. Damond was also Executive Producer on an Emmy-considered short film in 2023 and 2024.
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KATHERINE MARSHALL WOODS, PSYD
MEDIA PSYCHOLOGIST Dr. Katherine Marshall Woods is a media psychologist and a licensed clinical psychologist in Washington, DC. She has lent her expertise to a number of media outlets, such as News Channel 8 in DC, National Public Radio (NPR), The Huffington Post, WHUR in Washington, DC and is the former host and coproducer of A Healthy Mind television show. Dr. Marshall Woods works with actors, screenwriters, producers, and directors on theme and character development, set and diagnostic accuracy.
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REFERENCES
Eğeci, I. S., & Gençöz, F. (2017). Use of cinematherapy in dealing with relationship problems. The Arts in Psychotherapy, 53, 64–71
Gregerson, M. B. (2010). Using film to inspire creativity and innovation. Journal of Creative Behavior, 44(4), 311–325
Pannu, R., & Goyal, N. (2024). Cinematherapy for depression: Exploring the therapeutic potential of films in mental health treatment. Journal of Psychological Interventions, 29(1), 45–62
Pilyugina, E., & Suleymanov, R. (2024). Cinematherapy as a method of correction of a personality's psychological defense at a young age. Journal of Psychotherapy and Media Studies, 12(2), 78–94
Sacilotto, E., Salvato, G., Villa, F., Salvi, F., & Bottini, G. (2022). Through the looking glass: A scoping review of cinema and video therapy. Frontiers in Psychology, 12, Article 732246
Yaghini, N., et al. (2019). The effect of group movie therapy on activities of daily living among older adults. Journal of Client-Centered Nursing Care, 5(4), 243–252
Gregerson, M. B. (2010). Using film to inspire creativity and innovation. Journal of Creative Behavior, 44(4), 311–325
Pannu, R., & Goyal, N. (2024). Cinematherapy for depression: Exploring the therapeutic potential of films in mental health treatment. Journal of Psychological Interventions, 29(1), 45–62
Pilyugina, E., & Suleymanov, R. (2024). Cinematherapy as a method of correction of a personality's psychological defense at a young age. Journal of Psychotherapy and Media Studies, 12(2), 78–94
Sacilotto, E., Salvato, G., Villa, F., Salvi, F., & Bottini, G. (2022). Through the looking glass: A scoping review of cinema and video therapy. Frontiers in Psychology, 12, Article 732246
Yaghini, N., et al. (2019). The effect of group movie therapy on activities of daily living among older adults. Journal of Client-Centered Nursing Care, 5(4), 243–252
SPONSORS
Believe Psychology Group, Inc is the proud sponsor of Believe Psychology Film Festival CE Course.
CE APPROVED
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The Believe Psychology Film Festival Continuing Education (CE) Course offers master’s and doctoral-level mental health professionals a chance to expand their expertise. Professionals can earn valuable CE credits while engaging with thought-provoking material and practical insights, all within the dynamic setting of the Believe Psychology Film Festival.
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Believe Psychology Group, Inc. is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Believe Psychology Group, Inc. maintains responsibiity for this program and its content.
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Believe Psychology Group, Inc. (Provider # 1032807) is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for LMFT's, LCSW's, LPCC's and LEP's. Believe Psychology Group, Inc. maintains responsibility for the program and all its content.
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