Unlock the Tools to Transform Lives:

Understanding and Working With Opioid Addiction in Therapy

Opioid addiction is one of the most challenging and complex issues facing our society today.

As a therapist, your role is crucial in guiding individuals through the murky waters of addiction toward recovery.

My course, "Understanding and Working With Opioid Addiction in Therapy," is designed to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make a lasting impact.

Enroll and begin your journey toward becoming a stronger advocate for those battling opioid addiction.

Why This Course?

This comprehensive program provides you with:

    • Understand the brain’s response to opioids.

    • Explore the mechanisms of tolerance, dependence, and withdrawal.

    • Enhance your ability to assess and diagnose opioid use disorder accurately.

    • Master techniques for identifying opioid use disorder.

    • Differentiate between various levels of substance use and addiction.

    • Integrate pharmacological treatments like Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).

    • Apply behavioral therapies such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).

    • Optimize treatment outcomes for your clients.

    • Incorporate mindfulness practices into your therapy sessions.

    • Use yoga and nutrition counseling to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of addiction.

    • Empower clients with a well-rounded approach to recovery.

    • Develop effective strategies to prevent relapse.

    • Create robust support systems for sustained recovery.

    • Equip clients with tools to maintain their recovery journey over the long term.

What You’ll Experience

  • Interactive Modules: Engaging, expert-led discussions and case studies.

  • Practical Tools: Real-world applications for immediate use in your practice.

  • Comprehensive Learning: A blend of theory, practice, and holistic approaches.

Who Should Enroll?

This course is perfect for:

Therapists

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Counselors

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Social workers

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Mental health professionals

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Therapists 〰️ Counselors 〰️ Social workers 〰️ Mental health professionals 〰️

Whether you're new to the field or looking to deepen your expertise, this course offers invaluable insights and practical tools.

Take the Next Step in Your Professional Journey

Make a Meaningful Difference

Help individuals reclaim their lives from opioid addiction.

Expand Your Skills

Become a more effective and empathetic therapist.

Foster Lasting Recovery

Play a pivotal role in your clients' journey to recovery.

Seize the Opportunity:

Don’t miss this chance to expand your expertise.

Presented by:

Ena Ceres - Mental Health Provider, DNP, PMHNP-C 

Course Modules: 

Module 1: Introduction to Opioid Addiction

Module 2: Understanding Opioid Risks and Screening

Module 3: Assessment and Diagnosis

Module 4: Depression, Anxiety, Psychosis and Opioid Addiction

Module 5:
Holistic Approaches and Complementary Therapies

Module 6:
Relapse Prevention and Long-Term Recovery

Lesson 1: Overview of Opioids and Addiction 

Lesson 2: Epidemiology and Impact of Opioid Addiction

Lesson 1: Types of Risk

Lesson 2: Tolerance, Dependence, and Withdrawal Symptoms

Lesson 3: Screening Tools for Opioid Addiction

Lesson 4: Overlapping Aspects of Physical and Psychological Dependence

Lesson 1: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD and Opioids Interactions

Lesson 2: Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) and Opioid Interactions

Lesson 3: Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) Paranoid Personality Disorder (PPD) and Opioid Interactions

Lesson 4: Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD) and Avoidant Personality Disorder (AvPD) Opioid Interactions

Lesson 5: Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorders and Drug Interactions

Lesson 1: Depression and Opioid Addiction

Lesson 2: Anxiety and Opioid Addiction

Lesson 3: Psychosis and Opioid Addiction

Lesson 1: Integrative Medicine for Opioid Addiction

Lesson 2: Nutritional Support and Lifestyle Modifications 

Lesson 1: Relapse Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies

Lesson 2: Support Systems and Aftercare Services