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Professional Development
Funding for this conference was made possible in part by Grant Number 1R13 DA027269-01 from the National Institute of Drug Abuse . The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. |
Major Addition to the 15 th Annual Summer Institute on Addictions (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) June 9, 10 & 11, 2009 Conference Schedule
Tuesday, June 9 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. REGISTRATION/CONTINENTIAL BREAKFAST 8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. INTRODUCTION 8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Cardwell C. Nuckols, Ph.D. Topic: The Art & Science of Healing At its inception, medicine was an art utilizing science as a tool (“the healing art”). Today practitioners are overwhelmed with science with little or no attention to the art. The talk is of treatment and management often with a goal of symptom reduction or tolerable recovery. The words “to heal” speak not of reduction or abstinence but of a spiritual freedom to fully experience life in the present moment. Healing speaks of connection to a Higher Power and to fellow persons and an absence of guilt and fear. Two double-blind studies give differing results – one shows that a certain therapeutic approach is extremely effective and the other shows the statistical equivalent to placebo. What is the difference? It is primarily related to the healing potential manifest by the clinicians. The question then becomes, can this ability be acquired? The answer is this ability is already there, has always been there, and always will be there. This course simply helps guide the participant back toward their healing essence. This mutual self-enhancing experience is designed to help the clinician intuitively further develop their art and science while enhancing their personal ability to help other heal.
10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. MORNING BREAK Session I 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Many facets of survivors’ trauma experiences have been studied and analyzed to provide clinicians with effective therapeutic approaches. Gender identity, however, is an often overlooked component that deeply impacts an individual’s sense of self; one’s feelings of vulnerability and resilience; and one’s integration of life experiences, including trauma. We will explore gender identity through the lens of social construction and consider ways gender identity and its performance can either heighten one’s vulnerability to the negative impact of trauma or provide a holding space for growing resiliency. Clinician’s beliefs and practices around gender identity will be elicited and explored as well as ways to affirm, support and expand our client’s beliefs and experiences. This workshop will explore specific protective and risk factors for AOD use among Eastern individuals in the United States. The workshop will also address relevant areas to explore with these clients. Elements of Eastern culture to use in approaching treatment will also be considered. Case studies will be used.
This workshop will consist of a presentation on DUI law and the administrative hearing process. When individuals lose their driving privileges as a result of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, their privileges can only be restored via an administrative hearing with the Secretary of State. This workshop includes information needed for effective documentation and requisite support by the Secretary of State. LUNCH (provided) Noon - 1: 00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.KEYNOTE SPEAKER II: Cardwell C. Nuckols, Ph.D. Topic: The Development of The Spiritual Brain This presentation will address the spiritual evolution of the brain when an individual moves along a course toward spiritual conversion (this applies to 12-step and other spiritual disciplines). Much of the change is attributed to the right hemisphere and its link to consciousness. Also emphasized will be the transitional ego state and the development of the physiology of the spiritually-based right hemisphere as seen in the serenity of recovery. Upon completion of this educational event, the participant will be able to understand and describe: 1) the evolution and function of the ego from an Eastern philosophical perspective; 2) the development of the more spiritually-based right hemisphere; and 3) techniques for developing, via a spiritual journey, a more spiritually-based brain. 2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. AFTERNOON BREAK 2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. – “Findings from the Pathways to Recovery and Recovery Management Checkups (RMC) Experiments” Speakers: Michael L. Dennis and Christy K. Scott, Chestnut Health Systems
This workshop will focus on the evidence-based practices around prison re-entry and what works. The participants will be provided with a model for programming and how various entities work in collaboration to provide the best possible outcomes for offenders leaving correctional facilities and re-entering their communities.
War can have massive negative psychological effects, both on combatants and those living in war-torn areas. In this seminar, participants will: 1) learn about the general effects of combat-exposure; 2) be able to describe the impacts of killing, including the later “rebound” effects of training for “reflex” killing and military socialization to depersonalize the enemy; 3) list the primary instruments that may be helpful in assessing war trauma; 4) describe the contribution of early child abuse on the lasting effects of war trauma; 5) describe the effects of traumatic brain injury on veterans’ clinical presentation and response to treatment; 6) describe the benefits and limitations of exposure therapy, cognitive restructuring, and mindfulness training for those with severe trauma histories; and 7) list the primary ways in which war veterans can develop affect regulation skills.
This workshop will cover the basic theory and practice of crisis intervention, including the specific counselor skills needed to help stabilize clients in crisis. Particular focus will be given to properly assessing clients who are at potential risk of harm to themselves and others, and interventions to ensure their safety. Wednesday, June 10 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. REGISTRATION/CONTINENTIAL BREAKFAST 8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. INTRODUCTION 8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. KEYNOTE SPEAKER I: Daniel Angres, M.D. Topic: Positive Sobriety The field of positive psychology deals with going beyond diagnosing and treating pathology. It embraces the idea of assisting patients in their ability to grow in happiness and well-being. This is a concept inherent in the 12-step oriented treatment model. This presentation will review some of the aspects of positive psychology and the areas of interface with our addiction treatment model. Additionally, there will be discussion about the use of self-report, the Temperament and Character Inventory, that can help measure this path to well-being. 10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. MORNING BREAK Session I 10:30 a.m. - Noon
In this session, we will explore the IAODAPCA Code of Conduct. We will take an in-depth look at the “Nature of Verbal Communications” and the “Boundaries of Physical Touch”. Participants will be given the opportunity to analyze some ethical dilemmas. We will also look at some actual ethical complaints made to IAODAPCA, and discuss the conclusions regarding action or lack of action that should be taken. I hope to challenge your critical thinking.
This interactive workshop will look at clinical issues specific to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender communities around substance use and abuse. Additionally, treatment issues that need to be considered when working with these populations will be discussed. Although this session is not an introduction to working with LGBTQ clients, it will also encourage participants to continue to look at their own homophobia and transphobia and identify how it impacts their ability to facilitate effective treatment.
The absence of alcohol or drugs is merely the first step to sobriety. The alcoholic/addict must learn to live on life’s terms or s/he will perish. Helping alcoholic and drug addicted clients to prepare to enter the workforce for the first time or the preparation to return to work is one of the essential goals to helping the alcoholic/addict live on life’s terms. We will discuss issues of job readiness, hard skills training and returning to work for the alcoholic/addict. LUNCH (provided) Noon - 1: 00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. KEYNOTE SPEAKER II: Daniel Angres, M.D. Topic : Disease Model Update This presentation will review the genetics and neurobiology of the disease of addiction. Included in this discussion will be an overview of the global nature of addiction to include process addictions. Commonly utilized treatment approaches will be discussed including meditation-based therapeutic modalities. Measuring personality dynamics that can facilitate individualized treatment planning will be explored. Finally, there will be mention of the future of addiction medicine to include novel treatment approaches that are now in evolution. 2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. AFTERNOON BREAK 2:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. – “Shifting the Treatment Paradigm to Managing Addiction as a Chronic Condition Speaker: Michael L. Dennis, Chestnut Health Systems Session II 2:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
This workshop will explore the prevalence and interplay of domestic violence and substance abuse in lesbian relationships. Contributing factors, including oppression, internalized homophobia and stigma management strategies will be discussed. Appropriate treatment modalities and interventions from current research will be present ed.
This workshop is an intriguing and creative presentation around the topic of the multitude of challenges and choices confronting the youth in our neighborhoods. The speaker emphasizes the graveness of the situation by accenting the consequences of the choices made by the youth and the community and society at large. “Kwesi” is quick to point out the consequences can be positive or negative and that more focus and support on the positive challenges will produce better youth and communities.
In this workshop, the recovery process for substance abusers is examined, tracing the stages of the change process from the isolation of precontemplation through action to maintenance and relapse prevention. Thurdsay, June 11 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. REGISTRATION/CONTINENTIAL BREAKFAST 8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. INTRODUCTION 8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. KEYNOTE SPEAKER I: Lisa M. Najavits, Ph.D. Topic: Seeking Safety: Overview (Part 1) This presentation will provide an overview of Seeking Safety, which is an evidence-based therapy for trauma and/or substance abuse. It is a present-focused CBT approach offering psychoeducation and coping skills to help patients attain greater safety in their lives. It was designed for flexible use: men or women; group or individual format; open or closed groups; diverse settings (e.g., outpatient, residential); all types of trauma and substances; acute and chronic conditions; and full or subthreshold disorders. There are up to 25 treatment topics, each representing a safe coping skill relevant to both PTSD and SUD, such as “Asking for Help”, “Creating Meaning”, “Compassion”, and “Healing from Anger”. Topics can be done in any order and the treatment can be done in few or many sessions as time allows. Seeking Safety strives to build hope through emphasis on ideals; it uses simple, emotionally evocative language and quotations to engage patients; attends to therapist processes; and offers concrete strategies that are believed essential for this population (e.g., case management and a clear session structure). In this presentation, the treatment will be described. 10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. MORNING BREAK Session I 10:30 a.m. - Noon
The Substance Abuse Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) has granted agencies across the nation an opportunity to integrate comprehensive family treatment services for Pregnant and Post Partum women, their children, partners and family members. As the field of substance abuse treatment continues to move toward family -centered treatment, it will be critical for providers, clinicians, and other stakeholders to embrace a “family-driven, trauma-informed, and evidenced-based approach”. Haymarket Center promotes the paradigm of family-centered treatment here in Illinois and across the nation. The objectives of this workshop is to present the audience with an overview of our PPW program design with specific emphasis on the key components of evidence-based practices, cross-data assessment tools, training of staff (Denver II, Seeking Safety, and Strengthening Families), family participation, client retention, and advocacy for PPW funding.
In this workshop we will examine the three basic facets of spirituality as they relate to recovery from addiction. We will discover that true spirituality is characterized by three strategic characteristics. The first is honesty. Knowing something of addiction, we are well aware of the importance of honesty in the success of recovery. The second is contentment and the third is humility. As we examine these terms at length we discover their true meaning. Also included are practical applications so that we can help our patients grasp these crucial spiritual necessities of recovery so that they can be well on their way into recovery after meeting with us.
LUNCH (provided) Noon - 1: 00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.KEYNOTE SPEAKER II: Lisa M. Najavits, Ph.D. Topic : Seeking Safety: Clinical Implementation (Part 2) This presentation will expand on this morning’s keynote Part 1 by covering specific Seeking Safety treatment interventions, a clinical demonstration, as well as discussion of clinician training, adaptation to special populations, and steps in learning the model. By the end of Parts 1 and 2, participants will be able to conduct the model in their settings, if they choose to. Objectives are: 1) to increase understanding of co-occurring trauma and substance abuse; 2) to be able to conduct Seeking Safety therapy; and 3) to learn assessment and treatment resources for trauma and substance abuse. 2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. AFTERNOON BREAK Session II 2:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m .
This training examines the principles behind this unique evidenced-based approach to working with substance abusing individuals. The basic construct of this approach will be explored and experiential exercises will be provided to facilitate comfort with motivational interviewing techniques.
This presentation will briefly describe FASD’s, the co-occurring disorders and the life-long implications on the individual and the family. The presentation will also discuss some effective screening methods, prevention methods, ways to engage women in treatment and the role of partners in FASD prevention.
This workshop will explore many of the similarities of pathological gambling and substance abuse. We will also cover the differences of these two issues. We will also discuss the harm of the disease of gambling and its ramifications on the family, society, and especially the effect on low income families.
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PTSD in Returning Veterans; Michael G. McCann, LCSW
Crisis Intervention; Paul C. Farina, MA, LCPC, MISA II
Crucial Spiritual Necessities of Recovery ; Rev. William E. Miller, MDiv, DMin
FASD – Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders; Ajeet Charate , MA , CADC, LCPC
