Mentaliser : de la théorie à l’intervention clinique from Coursera

Que signifie « Mentaliser » ?

Comment cette faculté se développe-t-elle ?

En quoi cette notion est incontournable pour comprendre les interactions humaines ?

Qu’apporte-t-elle aux pratiques en santé mentale ?

Toutes ces questions seront abordées dans notre MOOC « Mentaliser : de la théorie à l’intervention clinique ».

Dans ce cours gratuit et en ligne, nous vous proposons de découvrir et étudier le concept de mentalisation notamment grâce à des mises en situations, des exercices illustratifs et des interviews d’expertes et experts internationaux. Après avoir abordé sa définition, vous appréhenderez la façon dont se développe la mentalisation, comment elle est étroitement liée aux émotions et de quelle façon repérer la mentalisation dans la vie quotidienne. Vous découvrirez ensuite les différentes recherches scientifiques des Thérapies Basées sur la Mentalisation, avant d’en étudier ses principes d’application clinique.

Que vous soyez psychologue, psychiatre, psychothérapeute, ou que vous travailliez dans les soins infirmiers, l'éducation, l'enseignement spécialisé, dans une profession de la relation d’aide, ou que vous vous formiez dans un de ces domaines, ce cours est fait pour vous !

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Syllabus

Qu'est-ce que la mentalisation ?

Dans ce module, nous vous proposons de définir le concept de mentalisation comme une des fonctions de l'imagination. Mentaliser correspond à la capacité de se voir de l'extérieur et de voir l'autre de l'intérieur. Vous découvrirez quels sont les substrats neurobiologiques de la mentalisation et ses liens avec des concepts voisins tels que l'empathie et la pleine conscience. Enfin, vous verrez que la mentalisation sert à gérer les émotions et représente une partie essentielle de toute communication grâce à la prise en compte des états mentaux de chacun.

Développement de la mentalisation et attachement

Dans ce module, vous découvrirez comment le bébé et ses figures d'attachement sont déjà équipés pour apprendre à mentaliser. Sans utiliser les mots, les ingrédients de la mentalisation sont déjà présents pour permettre un accordage entre l'enfant et son environnement. Vous verrez aussi comment le type d'attachement que l'enfant développe va être relié à son désir ou non de faire confiance aux autres. Enfin, nous vous exposerons les principaux modes de compréhension du monde, appelés modes de prémentalisation, qui accompagnent le développement de l'enfant, de l'adolescent et même jusqu'à l'âge adulte.

Emotion et mentalisation

Dans ce module, vous appréhenderez les notions d'émotion et de régulation émotionnelle. Dans un second temps, nous vous exposerons la façon dont émotion et mentalisation sont interconnectés, en lien avec les différentes facettes de la mentalisation (modes de prémentalisation, axes de mentalisation). Enfin, vous verrez comment les émotions peuvent parfois être des aides, parfois des obstacles à la bonne mentalisation.

Mentaliser dans différents contextes : lire le quotidien sous l'angle de la mentalisation

L'objectif de ce module est de vous conduire à reconnaître toutes les formes de mentalisation dans la vie quotidienne. Au travers d'une grille de lecture sur les pôles de la mentalisation, vous apprendrez à reconnaître les différentes manières de calibrer la mentalisation. Nous verrons également ensemble comment repérer les pièges les plus communs et les réactions les plus facilitatrices d'une communication quotidienne empreinte de mentalisation.

D'un modèle théorique à ses applications cliniques dans le champ de la santé mentale

Ce module retrace l'histoire de l'application du concept de mentalisation à la santé mentale. Grâce à des interviews d'experts de renommée internationale, vous découvrirez différentes prises en charge focalisées sur la mentalisation, en particulier en individuel ou en groupe.

Introduction à la Thérapie Basée sur la Mentalisation (TBM) : Principes, processus et compétences du thérapeute

Dans ce module, vous verrez les principaux outils d'une thérapie focalisée sur la mentalisation : la structure d'une séance, la posture du thérapeute et les techniques principales utilisées par les cliniciens.

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Taught by an internationally recognized team of mentalization experts who have authored important works on the topic

Applicable to professionals in psychology, psychiatry, nursing, and education

Examines the theoretical foundations of mentalization, its development, and its application in clinical settings

Offers practical exercises, interviews, and case studies to illustrate concepts and promote understanding

Requires knowledge of mentalization theory and related concepts, making it less suitable for complete beginners

May require additional research and reading beyond the course materials for a comprehensive understanding of mentalization

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Mentaliser : de la théorie à l’intervention clinique with these activities:

Review Concepts of Mentalizing

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Refresh your understanding of the core concepts of mentalization, such as the ability to understand and interpret the mental states of others.

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Review notes and textbooks from previous courses or readings on mentalization.
Complete practice questions or exercises to test your understanding.

Read a book on the history of mental health

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Understanding the historical context of mental health will provide a deeper appreciation for the course material

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Identify a well-regarded book on the subject
Set aside dedicated time to read and take notes
Create a timeline of key events and discoveries

Create a collection of online resources on mental health

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Gathering a variety of resources will provide you with a valuable repository of information for future reference

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Identify credible websites and online databases
Organize your collection using folders or tags
Annotate each resource with a brief summary

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Start a personal journal to track your own mental well-being

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Regularly reflecting on your own mental health will enhance your understanding of the course material

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Choose a journal or notebook
Set aside a specific time each day to write
Write about your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment

Explore Mentalization in Therapeutic Contexts

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Explore how mentalization is used in therapeutic contexts, such as understanding and addressing mental health issues and improving relationships.

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Watch videos or read articles on mentalization-based therapies.
Attend a workshop or seminar on mentalization in therapy.

Watch video tutorials on mental health interventions

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These tutorials will complement the course material and provide practical guidance

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Find reputable online platforms or educators
Select tutorials relevant to your interests
Take notes and apply the techniques in your practice

Complete exercises on mental state assessment

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These exercises will provide you with hands-on experience in assessing mental health

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Find online or textbook exercises
Practice regularly to improve your skills

Attend conferences or workshops on mental health

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These events will provide opportunities to connect with professionals and learn about new developments in the field

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Research upcoming conferences or workshops
Attend sessions and engage in discussions

Join a peer support group for mental health professionals

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These groups provide a safe and supportive space to share experiences and learn from others

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Identify support groups in your area or online
Attend meetings regularly
Participate actively in discussions and share your perspectives

Career center

Learners who complete Mentaliser : de la théorie à l’intervention clinique will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Psychiatrist

Psychiatrists provide mental health services but have a medical degree. Psychiatrists will be responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders. Since psychiatry is a medical field, it is necessary to have a medical degree before being able to become a psychiatrist. However, advanced knowledge of mental health is certainly helpful, and this is where this MOOC can be very useful.

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Psychotherapist

Psychotherapists provide talk therapy to patients with mental health disorders. This course may be of particular use for psychotherapists who work with patients who have difficulty mentalizing. The course discusses how mentalization develops, its connection with emotions, and how emotions can get in the way of effective mentalizing. This can certainly help psychotherapists devise treatment plans in their practice.

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Psychologist

Psychologists provide mental health services to patients ranging from children to elderly adults. Psychologists can specialize in many subfields, but this course may be of particular use for psychologists wishing to specialize in clinical psychology. The course discusses psychological concepts like empathy and how it ties with other emotions which are essential for a psychologist to understand.

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Nurse

Nurses provide care to patients in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. This course will be of assistance to nurses who are looking to enter the field of mental health. The course covers topics such as the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of nursing roles, such as psychiatric nursing and mental health nursing.

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Social Worker

Social workers provide support to individuals, families, and communities. This course may be of particular use for social workers who work with clients who have difficulty mentalizing. The course provides an understanding of the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help social workers to develop effective interventions for their clients.

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Counselor

Counselors provide guidance and support to individuals and groups. This course may be of particular use for counselors who work with clients with mental health concerns. The course covers topics such as the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help counselors to understand their clients' perspectives and to develop effective interventions.

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Educator

Educators teach students in a variety of settings, from preschool to college. This course may be of particular use for educators who work with students with mental health concerns. The course covers topics such as the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help educators to understand their students' perspectives and develop effective teaching strategies.

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Case Manager

Case managers coordinate care for individuals with mental health conditions. This course may be of particular use for case managers who work with clients who have difficulty mentalizing. The course provides an understanding of the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help case managers to develop effective care plans for their clients.

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Community Health Worker

Community health workers provide support to individuals with mental health conditions in the community. This course may be of particular use for community health workers who work with clients who have difficulty mentalizing. The course provides an understanding of the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help community health workers to develop effective support strategies for their clients.

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Mental Health Advocate

Mental health advocates provide support to individuals with mental health conditions. This course may be of particular use for mental health advocates who work with clients who have difficulty mentalizing. The course provides an understanding of the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help mental health advocates to develop effective advocacy strategies for their clients.

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Program Coordinator

Program coordinators manage mental health programs. This course may be of particular use for program coordinators who work with programs that serve clients with difficulty mentalizing. The course provides an understanding of the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help program coordinators to develop effective programs for their clients.

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Peer Support Specialist

Peer support specialists provide support to individuals with mental health conditions. This course may be of particular use for peer support specialists who work with clients who have difficulty mentalizing. The course provides an understanding of the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help peer support specialists to develop effective support strategies for their clients.

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Youth Development Worker

Youth development workers provide support to youth with mental health conditions. This course may be of particular use for youth development workers who work with youth who have difficulty mentalizing. The course provides an understanding of the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help youth development workers to develop effective support strategies for their clients.

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Mental Health Aide

Mental health aides provide support to individuals with mental health conditions. This course may be of particular use for mental health aides who work with clients who have difficulty mentalizing. The course provides an understanding of the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help mental health aides to develop effective support strategies for their clients.

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Mental Health Outreach Worker

Mental health outreach workers provide support to individuals with mental health conditions in the community. This course may be of particular use for mental health outreach workers who work with clients who have difficulty mentalizing. The course provides an understanding of the development of mentalization, the role of emotion in mentalization, and how to mentalize in different contexts. This knowledge can help mental health outreach workers to develop effective outreach strategies for their clients.

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