The Cycle of Trauma and Addiction: Why Do We Use When We Have Been Used?
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Recorded
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Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Describe at least 3 ways trauma and addiction are connected.
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Explain how trauma and addiction can cycle and become dangerously intertwined.
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Identify at least 2 reasons why clients who struggle with addiction are likely to have a history of trauma.
Educational Goal
The educational goal of this workshop is to increase knowledge about the relationship between trauma and addiction and how to identify and treat clients presenting with trauma and addiction.
Description
There is a distinct link between addiction and trauma. This presentation will walk through this link, helping participants to identify and heal from the trauma that may be hiding behind the addiction of clients in their care. We will also cover how to formulate treatment plans and options for clients struggling with trauma and addiction.
Target Audience
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Emmett Wells is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Clinical Director at Revive Health and Recovery in Denver, Colorado. Emmett boasts a wealth of experience across diverse behavioral health and substance abuse settings. His professional journey encompasses pivotal roles within psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient mental health, residential (RTC), partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient (IOP) levels of care. Emmett harbors a profound commitment to supporting individuals and families at every stage of their therapeutic journey. Whether conducting outpatient therapy or navigating higher levels of care, Emmett’s unwavering dedication shines through, offering solace an guidance to those
in need. Drawing upon his rich history of encounters with individuals from varied backgrounds, Emmett possesses a unique perspective that enriches his approach to client and family interactions. This holistic viewpoint permeates his role in shaping the clinical programming at Revive Health and Recovery, fostering an environment conducive to growth and healing. Embracing a deep-seated passion for advocating for marginalized communities, Emmett strives to empower individuals, helping them harness their inherent strengths to surmount adversities. His work has shown him that there is a clear link between the trials and tribulations of substance abuse and recovery, and trauma.
Financially Sponsored By
- Revive Health and Recovery, LLC