287 - Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Addictive Disorders: An Experiential Workshop - Part 2

Session Description: This workshop focuses on the application of cognitive-behavioral therapy to a wide range of addictive behaviors, including chemical (e.g., alcohol, tobacco, opioids, methamphetamine) and behavioral (e.g., gambling and online gaming) addictions. We review common distal and proximal antecedents, shared and unique consequences of addictions, and common cognitive, behavioral, and affective processes associated with addictive behaviors. Participants are taught about the five components of effective CBT for addictions: structure, collaboration, case conceptualization, psychoeducation, and standardized techniques. Particular attention is paid to structuring individual and group sessions, as well as conceptualizing individuals with addictive disorders. Evidence-based CBT will be taught to participants in a lively, interactive manner: including lectures, clinical case examples, demonstrations, role-plays, discussions, and opportunities for questions and answers.

A substantial barrier to effectively treating people with substance use disorders and addictions is stigma, based on race, gender, age, abilities, socioeconomic status, cultural differences, and other mental health problems. A major goal of this workshop is to challenge stereotyping and cultural misconceptions of people with addictions. We achieve this by integrating concepts (e.g., heuristics and bias) associated with stigma and diversity throughout the workshop.

This workshop is intended to be experiential; participants will be invited to discuss clinical concerns, role-play challenging clients with the facilitator, and ask questions throughout the workshop.