Event Description:
Health professionals often encounter clients or patients with substance use disorders (SUDs). Understanding how to effectively address these complex challenges is critical for providing optimal care. This workshop is designed to offer a comprehensive overview of practical approaches and evidence-based interventions for working with individuals affected by SUDs. The session will conclude with a 15-minute Q&A, providing participants an opportunity to address specific challenges they may encounter in their professional practice.
Objectives
Describe pragmatic and balanced approaches for working with SUD clients/patients.
Identify specific interventions that may assist them in their professional work.
Apply this information through experiential activities (e.g., case study; Q & A).
Available Credits
Audience
This workshop will be beneficial to health and human service practitioners, including psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, substance use and addictions professionals, clinicians and all others interested in this topic.