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PCB 2009 FALL TRAININGSHarrisburg | Philadelphia | Pittsburgh
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HARRISBURGADDRESSING THE EFFECTS OF COMPLEX TRAUMA IN EARLY RECOVERY
Friday, October 2, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. TECHNIQUES IN DYNAMIC GROUP THERAPY WITH ADDICTED POPULATIONSThis training will include but
not be limited to an interactive dialogue of basic review for group therapy. It
will address issues specific to the special population of addicted persons in a
clinical setting (i.e. treatment facilities and correctional settings).
Techniques for working with this population will be discussed and practiced. The
basic skills and knowledge will be presented as well as a more advanced dynamic
approach to challenge the attendees during the application phase of the training
– thus providing a comprehensive group therapy review and skill developing
session for a variety of providers in attendance. Tuesday, October 20, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ETHICS FOR DRUG AND ALCOHOL PROFESSIONALSThis workshop encompasses the many complex elements that
determine “right action” for substance abuse treatment professionals. As such,
it provides the definitive formulae for the determination of behaviors that
maintain a vision of maximum benefit for client outcome within the context of
legal and ethical guidelines. Participants are encouraged to bring ethical
problems associated with workplace issues to the workshop for discussion and
theoretical resolution. Tuesday, October 27, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. THE ROLE OF MEDICATION IN DRUG AND ALCOHOL TREATMENTThis training will cover the four FDA approved medications
for alcohol dependency. Participants will gain a better understanding of the
mechanism of action of these medications; understand the potential advantages
and disadvantages of these medications in each individual, and determine who may
have a greater benefit from pharmacotherapy; explore the counselor’s role in
assisting their clients in obtaining pharmacotherapy and their role in
monitoring for compliance, side affects and behavioral changes suggesting a
relapse process; explore the counselor’s role in a multidisciplinary approach in
treating addiction; understand the results of the COMBINE Study and its clinical
implications; review the advantages and disadvantages of opiate maintenance
therapy; gain a clear understanding of the mechanism of action of Methadone and
Buprenorphine and the possible advantages of one over the other; and explore
potential treatment barriers the counselor may encounter in assisting clients in
obtaining these services. Friday, November 13, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. MANAGING THE MADNESS: THE CARE AND FEEDING OF YOUR INNER THERAPISTDo you dread seeing that client you just don’t want to deal
with? Are the pain and problems of patients so great that you need to process
the issues yourself? Are pressures of agency work, the need to see enough
patients to make financial ends meet, and endless paperwork leading you towards
burnout? Do you remember what it was like to be thrilled to do your job? This
training will look at the causes of professional stress and some strategies to
manage the madness. New ways will be offered to handle difficult clients and
colleagues who drive us nuts. The training will discuss fostering self-care and
real-life ways to avoid burnout and stay fresh in your approach to your career.
You’ll gain new insights so you can be refreshed and renewed in the high calling
of counseling. Tuesday, December 1, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
PHILADELPHIAETHICS FOR DRUG AND ALCOHOL PROFESSIONALSThis workshop encompasses the many complex elements that determine “right
action” for substance abuse treatment professionals. As such, it provides the
definitive formulae for the determination of behaviors that maintain a vision of
maximum benefit for client outcome within the context of legal and ethical
guidelines. Participants are encouraged to bring ethical problems associated
with workplace issues to the workshop for discussion and theoretical resolution. Friday, October 9, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. REDEFINING MULTICULTURAL COUNSELING: LET’S TALK ABOUT POWER, PRIVILEGE, AND OPPRESSION IN ADDICTION COUNSELINGRedefining multicultural counseling examines the major
components and principles of multicultural competence - awareness, knowledge,
skills, and values. Participants will explore the role of privilege and
oppression and their influences on the counseling relationship and practices in
addiction treatment. Participants will also learn culturally appropriate
intervention strategies (i.e., communication skills) for effective work with
diverse clients and techniques for developing culturally competent
organizations. Experiential activities and video clips will be used to promote
the development of participants’ multicultural skills. Tuesday, October 20, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. MANAGING THE MADNESS: THE CARE AND FEEDING OF YOUR INNER THERAPISTDo you dread seeing that client you just don’t want to deal
with? Are the pain and problems of patients so great that you need to process
the issues yourself? Are pressures of agency work, the need to see enough
patients to make financial ends meet, and endless paperwork leading you towards
burnout? Do you remember what it was like to be thrilled to do your job? This
training will look at the causes of professional stress and some strategies to
manage the madness. New ways will be offered to handle difficult clients and
colleagues who drive us nuts. The training will discuss fostering self-care and
real-life ways to avoid burnout and stay fresh in your approach to your career.
You’ll gain new insights so you can be refreshed and renewed in the high calling
of counseling. Wednesday, November 4, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. INTERNET ADDICTION: TREATMENT OF INDIVIDUALS & PARTNERSThis training will identify the four types of internet
addiction. It will present evidence-based treatment of individuals with internet
addictions. The impact of internet addiction on individuals and partners will be
discussed. Available resources will also be presented to participants. Friday, November 13, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ADDRESSING THE EFFECTS OF COMPLEX TRAUMA IN EARLY RECOVERYThis training will assist participants in recognizing the
differences between those with simple trauma (meeting the diagnosis of PTSD)
versus those with complex trauma (DESNOS), along with those techniques and
interventions most suitable to increase stabilization in the early recovery
process. Participants will gain an increased understanding as to the
complications that complex trauma presents for those in early recovery and an
increased comfortability in providing for the biopsychosocial needs of those
with complex trauma. Thursday, December 3, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. DRUG SUBCULTURE COMPETENCY – PARAPHERNALIA AND ROUTES OF INGESTIONThis training will increase the participant’s awareness of
the drug subculture. Participants can expect to learn both the various routes of
substance ingestion and further their understanding of drug paraphernalia
through seeing the actual items. There will be discussion of the beliefs and
behavior of various substance abusers, as well as signs and symptoms of abuse.
The substances that will be reviewed will include: PCP, narcotics, stimulants,
ecstasy and marijuana. Through this training, the participant will learn to
understand the client and his/her behavior, thus increasing their ability to
establish a therapeutic relationship. Wednesday, December 16, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
PITTSBURGHMOTIVATIONAL PRINCIPLES/APPROACHES IN WORKING WITH SUBSTANCE ABUSING JUVENILE JUSTICE CLIENTSMotivational Interviewing (MI) has been demonstrated to be
an effective counseling approach. Its utility is evident in a variety of
settings ranging from drug and alcohol counseling to adherence/follow through
with diabetes treatment. This training will focus on the effectiveness of MI
principles as applied to substance abusing juvenile justice clients. The
training will provide application on the clinical level as well as on the direct
service/client supervision level; explore the basic principles and spirit of MI
and some of the foundational techniques and strategies associated with MI; how
these principles can be used by both clinicians and others working with the
juvenile justice client; and how MI principles are utilized while maintaining
accountability and addressing anti-social behaviors. Tuesday, October 6, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ADDRESSING SEXUAL VIOLENCE IN DRUG AND ALCOHOL RECOVERY: AN EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION APPROACHThis training will address ways to reach underserved
populations who have experienced rape/sexual assault but may not have had the
ability to get help due to drug/alcohol issues. Participants will receive
current statistical, anecdotal and background information on sexual violence and
its relationship to drug/alcohol use. Also covered will be the pros and cons of
conducting education programs in the recovery system and how to design programs
that address the varying needs of diverse populations. Lastly, participants will
receive hands-on activities from a drug and alcohol experiential education
program. Friday, October 23, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ETHICS FOR DRUG AND ALCOHOL PROFESSIONALSThis workshop encompasses the many complex elements that determine “right
action” for substance abuse treatment professionals. As such, it provides the
definitive formulae for the determination of behaviors that maintain a vision of
maximum benefit for client outcome within the context of legal and ethical
guidelines. Participants are encouraged to bring ethical problems associated
with workplace issues to the workshop for discussion and theoretical resolution. Monday, November 2, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. BASICS OF CLINICAL SUPERVISIONClinical supervision is both an art and a science based
upon numerous philosophies. A review of these philosophical frameworks will
serve as a foundation for the examination of clinical supervision with the
emphasis on supervisory skills, counseling, evaluation, personnel management and
hazards. Friday, November 6, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. WORKING WITH CO-OCCURRING CLIENTS IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEMThis training will address the diversity issues in the
co-occurring clients in the criminal justice system. Information utilized in the
workshop will center on clinical issues and explore approaches that can assist
participants in gathering information necessary in assessment, identification
and approaches that are applicable in addressing individuals with multiple
problems in their life. The training will be highly didactic and experiential,
engaging all participants in tasks and activities that are geared to build
awareness and skills to utilize their work. Adult learning will accent
individuals sharing their experiences to gain a broader perspective of the
issues relevant with this population. Wednesday, November 18, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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