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Group Therapy Learning And Memory Retention Through Proven Strategies With Andrew Bordt

09.19.2022 - By John CordrayPlay

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Group Therapy Learning And Memory Retention Through Proven Strategies With Andrew BordtAndrew is the Executive Director of The Institute for the Advancement of Group Therapy and has been working in the field of education for over 15 years as a teacher, teacher trainer, curriculum designer, and academic administrator.  Andrew was selected as Employee of the Year for Disney English (The Walt Disney Company) in 2011. He received his M.Ed from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign in 2015, is a licensed teacher in the State of Texas, is certified in TEFL through Cambridge University, TELF-C through Columbia University Teacher’s College, EC-STEM through Shanghai Normal University in association with the Children’s Center at Caltech, and is a certified Disney Trainer. Everyone’s learning process depends on their personal experiences and background. While information is objective, retaining knowledge and recalling a memory can vary from one person to another.In this episode, Andrew Bordt, the executive director of The Institute for the Advancement of Group Therapy shares the importance of acknowledging individualized learning capabilities. This means that each person has a way of learning on their own. Whether a person is recovering from an unforeseen circumstance that affected their mental health or has been through a series of life events that they may find too challenging to process, group therapies offer strategies that enable them to cope and recover at their own pace.With his extensive background in the field of education and training, Andrew has conducted group therapies for diverse patients or learners, both juvenile and mature. Having worked in China for The Walt Disney Company, and expanding his impressive academic credentials, Andrew sees the value in empathy when it comes to teaching and learning.[Timecodes][01:15] Introducing Andrew Bordt[03:02] What does Andrew focus more on?[04:32] What is the age range that Andrew works with?[06:59] Andrew talks about the difference between knowledge and skill.[10:23] Andrew explains how he got involved with The Institute for the Advancement of Group Therapy.[13:00] Andrew worked at Disney in Shanghai, China.[18:17] Group therapy varies.[21:27] Diversification of instruction helps people learn better.[23:21] Knowledge retention and memory recall need practice.[26:15] What are effective activities during group therapy?[27:25] Andrew shares his self-care routine.[30:00] What are Andrew’s future plans?Connect with Andrew Bordt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-bordt/Visit The Institute for the Advancement of Group Therapy: https://grouptherapycertification.com/Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providingSmells Like HumansLike listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.

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