Introduction to Family Systems for the Addictions Professional

The new addictions course being offered this week at PAHA is "Introduction to Family Systems for the Addictions Professional". This is Part 1 of an 18-hour course that is available at our on-line training center anytime at http://substanceabusecounselortraining.com which covers the topic of Read More...

Oh, Say can you see?

Second cup of dopamine. The fog is nearly dispersed from a head that woke throbbing. Note to self: No milk at night. To my dairy loving, albeit lactose intolerant system, it makes for bizarre dreams and impacted sinuses. Sleep apnea; hence the aching head. Oxygen: Don’t leave home without it. I Read More...

Health vs. Disease: the medical consequences of substance use

Substances of abuse are directly related to profound long term and short term medical consequences. Competent, caring and knowledgeable treatment of substance use disorders can greatly improve overall health of individuals and communities. Substance use screenings and treatment should be part and Read More...

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety, and Depression

Part Two of  "Introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy" is being offered this week through PAHA. This is Part 2 of a 12-hour course that is available at our on-line training center anytime at http://substanceabusecounselortraining.com which covers the topic of Introduction to Cognitive Read More...

Introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

The new addictions course being offered this week at PAHA is "Introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy". This is Part 1 of a 12-hour course that is available at our on-line training center anytime at http://substanceabusecounselortraining.com which covers the topic of Introduction to Cognitive Read More...