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Non- Suicidal Self-Injury

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  • A framework-driven approach to identify functions of NSSI and guide effective intervention
  • Proven CBT and DBT strategies to address the shame, secrecy, and stigma that make things worse
  • Clear scripts, first-response protocols, and practical tools for schools, clinicians, and caregivers

 

“Why would they do that to themselves?”

If you’ve ever asked that question after learning a teen is cutting, burning, or harming themselves in other ways – you’re not alone.

Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is more common than most realize, with studies estimating up to 1 in 5 students have engaged in some form of self-harm. And while teachers, counselors, and clinicians are increasingly on the front lines of this silent epidemic, most feel unprepared to respond.

And the truth is, your response can change the outcome.

In this training, you’ll learn:

  • What drives adolescents to hurt themselves – beyond the myths and misconceptions
  • How to respond to disclosure in ways that reduce shame and build trust
  • CBT and DBT strategies, coping plans, and school-based supports to provide both immediate and long-term safety

Led by behavioral neuroscientist and seasoned expert, Dr. Nicolle Carr, this course gives you practical tools to spot warning signs, engage compassionately, and work in partnership with students, families, and mental health teams to build hope and healing.

Whether you’re in the classroom, the counseling office, or clinical practice, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable roadmap for supporting teens who self-injure – without judgment, fear, or helplessness.

Here's What You'll Learn

Myths, Missteps & Misconceptions

  • What NSSI is – and what it isn’t
  • Common forms: cutting, burning, scratching, skin picking
  • Why it’s not “just for attention” – the real psychological drivers
  • How shame, stigma, and secrecy escalate harm
  • Impact of misconceptions on occupational engagement and classroom participation
  • Misguided school responses that can worsen the problem
  • Understand the difference between NSSI and suicide risk
  • Risks and limitations

Why It Happens: Understand the Function Behind the Behavior

  • The 4-Function Model: emotion regulation, communication, dissociation, self-punishment
  • Link function to intervention planning
  • When trauma, anxiety, and neurodivergences are part of the picture
  • Red flags vs. coping strategies – know when to worry
  • Why typical discipline systems don’t work – and what does

Respond in the Moment: What Helps, What Harms

  • First-response protocols for educators, counselors, and clinicians
  • What to say (and not say) when a student discloses
  • Scripts to de-escalate shame and build trust
  • Steps for documentation, collaboration, and school safety protocols
  • Engage caregivers and support teams without breaching trust

Practical Tools & Treatment Strategies

  • CBT and DBT strategies for managing urges and emotions
  • Emotion regulation tools that can be used in school or therapy
  • Sample coping plans, replacement behaviors, and safety plans
  • School-based supports: what can realistically be done in your setting
  • When and how to refer for more intensive care
  • Case examples and handouts you can use tomorrow

Everything You're Getting

  • More than 3 hours of video content
  • Up to 3.0 CE credits
  • Certificate of completion
  • Handouts and resources

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Meet Your Experts

Nicolle Carr, PhD

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R. Nicolle Carr, PhD, has served as a Director of Clinic Services for in-clinic ABA services, as an assistant clinical director at a residential program, and as a consultant for school districts regarding classroom management and individual student needs. She ran the ABA program at the University of Oklahoma for four years and her online teaching load includes courses on psychology, development, neuroscience/cognition, and behavior analysis for a variety of colleges and universities across the United States. Dr. Carr earned her Ph.D. in behavioral neuroscience/psychology from the University of Texas, Austin in 2001 and has been a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst since 2008. Dr. Carr served as the secretary of the Society for Behavioral Neuroscience and Comparative Psychology of the American Psychological Association and the Ethics Special Interest Group for the Association for Behavioral Analysis International as well as the founder of the Oklahoma Association of Behavior Analysts (OKABA) and its yearly conference. She has published two books; one for teachers on the use of ABA in schools and one on ethics within behavior analysis.


Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Nicolle Carr has employment relationships with the KidsChoice Therapy and Play Center. She receives compensation as a instructor with online universities and royalties as a published author.. Dr. Carr receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Nicolle Carr is a member of the Applied Behavior Analysis International.

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Media Type:
Digital Seminar
Product Code:
POS150523
Duration:
3 hours, 8 minutes
Copyright:
Jan 22, 2026
Closed Captions:
Available
Format:
Audio and Video

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