Annual "New Beginnings" Experiential Meeting - Breaking the Chains: Unlocking the Power of Therapeutic Modalities in Addiction Treatment (An Experiential Presentation) (In-Person Only)

ANNUAL EXPERIENTIAL MEETING

IN-PERSON ONLY

Join us in bringing in the new year with a "new beginnings" experiential!

"Breaking the Chains: Unlocking the Power of Therapeutic Modalities in Addiction Treatment (An Experiential Presentation)"

with David Cohen, MSW, LCSW

This interactive workshop provides clinicians with a comprehensive understanding of substance use disorders (SUDs), their symptoms, and the role of trauma in addiction. Participants will explore evidence-based treatment approaches, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), group therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Participants will gain the skills and knowledge to offer trauma-informed care services, and will gain a broader perspective on how to tailor treatment to different client needs and experiences.

Goals for this workshop include:

1. Enhance understanding of substance use disorders and their symptoms.
2. Build clinician competence in trauma-informed care for addiction treatment.
3. Introduce evidence-based practices and their applications in the clinical setting.

Learning Objectives

In successfully completing and attending this presentation, participants will be able to:

1. Identify at least three symptoms of substance use disorders based on DSM-5 TR criteria.
2. Differentiate between three evidence-based treatment approaches for substance use disorders, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), group therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Presenter:

David Cohen, MSW, LCSW is a is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice and is currently the Clinical Director and Chief Operating Officer at Harmony Place in Woodland Hills, CA. Since 2003, David has become a leader in addiction and co-occurring disorder treatment and a strong advocate for the ethical treatment of those in recovery. A therapist, professor, program manager, and clinical director, David is dedicated to supporting others in their journey toward lifelong recovery. He strives to be a role model and mentor, not just to his clients but to other clinicians and students entering the field. David profoundly believes in people’s ability to learn, grow, and recover and is known for his unyielding commitment to doing whatever it takes to get people off drugs and alcohol. His capacity to wear many hats and manage multiple departments while prioritizing client wellness sets him apart from his peers, but to him, he’s only doing what needs to be done.

Sponsor:

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Event Details:

When: Sunday, January 19, 2025

Time:

8:30am-9:00am Check-In/Light Breakfast*

9:00am-10:00am Chapter Announcements/Chapter Awards/Financial Report*

10:00am-12:00pm CE/Speaker Presentation

No Member Announcements or Opportunity Drawing.

This course is intended for beginning to advanced mental health professionals.

Course meets the qualifications for 2 hours of continuing education credit for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Course evaluations will be sent by email for this in-person event. CE completion certificates will be awarded to participants that attend the entire presentation and complete the course evaluation within 48 hours of the speaker presentation.

* = non CE portion of course

Place:

In-Person ONLY at Encino Golf Course Banquet Room

16821 Burbank Blvd.

Encino, CA 91436

This location is ADA compliant.

Professional or business casual attire suggested. It is recommended to dress in layers due to the weather and AC conditions.

Please read the COVID-19 release before registering.

Price/Registration:

SFV-CAMFT chapter members:

   $30 (thru Friday, Jan. 10th)

   $40 (Saturday, Jan. 11th thru Friday, Jan. 17th)

Non chapter members:

   $40 (thru Friday, Jan. 10th)

   $50 (Saturday, Jan. 11th thru Friday, Jan. 17th)

Included in the annual meeting package.

No phone or email RSVP. This is a pre-paid event; no walk-ins.

Email us for Los Angeles and San Gabriel Valley chapter reciprocity.

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Refund policy: Requests for refunds must be in writing and received by SFV-CAMFT at least one week prior to the event. A $2 administrative fee will be deducted for cancellation of a paid event, through the cancellation deadline. There will be no refunds on requests received after one week prior to the event. The President has discretion to issue refunds that do not comply with the policy. To request a refund, email sfvcamftcfo@gmail.com.

CAMFT-approved Continuing Education Provider #62281

SFV-CAMFT is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education for MFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs. SFV-CAMFT maintains responsibility for this program/course and its content.