Impact of Mental Health & Addictive Disorders on Families & Communities
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Educational Goal
Participants will gain tools to help the loved ones of those experiencing substance use and mental health disorders.
Description
Mental health and substance abuse disorders too often result in devastating consequences for significant others (e.g., families, partners, friends, etc.). Those who attempt to provide support for those struggling with addiction experience incredible stress, confusion, financial issues, and other difficulties. Yet there are very few treatment models designed to help families address the deluge of issues that overwhelms them.
As rates of substance abuse continue to rise to epidemic levels, countless individuals are affected. The burden of these families is complex, covering a spectrum of issues. Of particular interest are the number of children who struggle and run the risk of developing associated problems. The goal of this presentation is to help therapists become sensitive to families, friends, and others who attempt to care for a loved one struggling with addiction and become equipped to assist these families by discussing unique treatment models.
Target Audience
- Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Jack is the founder of Psuche Education, Counseling & Coaching Services. He previously served as the Executive Director at Clay Crossing, a residential facility for men. He retired from the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, having served as the Admissions & Assessment Director at a 48-bed residential facility serving women with co-occurring issues. He also served as the clinical director at a male residential facility. He developed a program, The Together We Thrive program, for the Ft. Gibson School District, a K-12 program designed to identify at-risk children and develop initiatives to assist them. In his doctoral dissertation, he integrated spirituality, human development theories, and psychotherapy. He has previously presented at a variety of conferences, including at an International Conference.