The Impact of Adolescent Mental Health Challenges on the Family System and Harnessing the Power of the Family to Support Recovery
Information
Date & Time
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Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Identify 3 ways adolescent trauma and substance abuse can impact the family system.
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Describe 3 strategies for families to support adolescents dealing with trauma and substance abuse.
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Identify 2 barriers for families and caregivers in supporting the adolescent and describe strategies to overcome those barriers.
Educational Goal
The educational goal of this workshop is to outline the ways adolescent trauma and substance use can impact the family system, describe strategies for families and caregivers to support adolescent mental health, and identify barriers to supporting adolescent mental health and possible strategies for overcoming those barriers.
Description
This presentation will outline the various ways adolescent trauma, substance use, and mental health challenges can impact the family system as a whole and the individual members of the family. The presenter will describe strategies for families and caregivers to support adolescent mental health, including holding structure and routine, setting clear expectations, modeling setting and maintaining healthy boundaries, and creating opportunities for connection, experiencing joy, and developing confidence. The presenter will identify barriers to supporting adolescent mental health and suggest possible strategies for overcoming those barriers, including attending to caregiver mental wellness, scheduling family time, and limiting screen time as appropriate.
Target Audience
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Dr. Zachary Faas is the Vice President of Clinical Services at Intent Clinical and is a licensed psychologist. Dr. Faas earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of New Hampshire and was awarded a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from William James College. Dr. Faas has more than 15 years of experience in the field of behavioral and mental health, practicing on an inpatient psychiatric unit serving adults with chronic mental illness, at outpatient therapy clinics specializing in treatment of trauma and addiction, and at a partial hospital program treating young adults experiencing early psychosis. He also served as the Clinical Director of the Developmental Disability and Brain Injury Services division of a large non-profit agency in Western Massachusetts, overseeing residential and community-based programs. Prior to stepping into his current role at Intent Clinical, Dr. Faas served for 2 years as a forensic psychologist in a court clinic, conducting court-ordered evaluations for Competency to Stand Trial, Criminal Responsibility, and involuntary civil commitment for mental health and substance abuse, and was appointed a Designated Forensic Psychologist by the Department of Mental Health.
Dr. Faas first joined Intent Clinical in 2012, working with clients and collaborating with other members of senior leadership to develop the team and model of service provision. He exited the position at the end of 2014 and rejoined the team in 2021. In his current role, Dr. Faas works closely with individuals, families, advisors, and clinical professionals to provide ongoing consultation and crisis management, address complex dynamics, and develop and implement sustainable and flexible individualized support plans. Additionally, he provides clinical oversight and support to a growing multi-disciplinary team of behavioral health professionals. Dr. Faas employs a collaborative and solution-focused approach to support clients in establishing and working towards their goals, and strongly believes in the power of individuals to effect meaningful and positive change in their lives.
Financially Sponsored By
- Family First Adolescent Services