Hosted by:
The Hope Enrichment Center PC
Palos Heights Park & Recreation Department
6601 West 127th Street Palos Heights, IL.
Friday, October 18, 2024
8:00am – 5:00pm CST
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Gary Carr
MD, FAAFP, DFASAM, DABAM
Topic: Thrill is Gone-Reward Deficiency Syndrome
Discuss the confusing/inadequate terminology we use in discussing addiction
Define Reward Deficiency Syndrome
Explore how D2 Dopamine Receptor may intersect in substance addictions, behavioral addictions, and a number of mental illnesses.
Carrie Carr
MA, LPC-MHSP, LPC- S, LCPC
Topic: Play Therapy Techniques for Teens and Adults with PTSD
Lynn James
LCPC
Topic: Introduction to the DNMS: Stabilization Interventions to Prepare Dysregulated, Dissociative, Attachment-Wounded Clients for EMDR
• Describe the difference between foundational stability and instability
• Describe the difference between attachment wounds and trauma wounds
• Describe a DNMS Resource Team
• Describe the DNMS Special Safe Place
• Describe the key steps in stabilizing wounded child parts.
Jessie Monreal
CADC
Topic: Clinging to Chaos-The Cycle of Codependency and Addiction
• Identify a working definition of codependency
• Identify root causes- family of origin dynamics
• Discuss common vignettes of codependent relationships of those with SUD
• Discuss how these relationships can perpetuate cycle of addiction and relapse
• Identify and expand upon “symptoms” of codependency
• Discuss pathways to healing and what recovery from codependency looks like
Gwendolyn J. Sterk Attorney
Topic: Ethical Protocols and Boundaries: Don’t Put Yourself at Risk
• Learn what your role is in the relationship with the client
• Learn what is the procedure when treating a minor
• Learn what the parents are entitled to know if a child is under 12
• Learn what you do if you hear an outcry
• Learn what legal remedies may be available to help a client of yours
No refunds will be given after October 7, 2024
Applied for 6.5 of NBCC continuing education credits. CADC & NASW continuing education credits also applied for
Interested parties can also contact Hope Enrichment Center offices directly at 708-448-7848 and speak with the event coordinator, Sarah Visvardis, or email her at sarahv.hec@gmail.com.
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