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Speaker(s): 

Theison, Marissa

Description: 

This presentation will be reviewing an introduction, addiction and family dynamics, diving deeper into the impact on clients/consumers, and provide information re: skills and strategies to use.  Dr. Theison will use a published workbook as a guide while also incorporating additional skills and therapeutic approaches, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), as treatment options.

Objectives

1. Describe the unique challenges clients face when they have loved ones or family members who are addicted to substances
2. Identify the broad impact of addiction and addiction-related losses clients/consumers experience
3. Explore practical strategies for support and compassionate care