November 30, 2017 Mindfulness in Recovery Wednesday, December 6, 2017 @ 3:00 - 4:30 pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Description: The techniques taught in mindfulness play a critical role in relapse prevention. The core mindfulness skills, taken from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), enhance a client's ability to increase awareness of the present moment, increase the time spent in the present, and be in control of his or her mind. This presentation will offer education of mindfulness skills found in DBT and give exercises to implement in treatment and recovery to assist clients with understanding how these skills can help them with continued sobriety. Presenter: Leanne Jamison, NCC, LPC Leanne Jamison, NCC, LPC, has intensively trained in DBT and has been teaching the mindfulness module for five years. She has taught professionals on mindfulness in addiction therapy at the NASW conference and at trainings at Talbott Recovery Campus at Dunwoody. She has 10 years of experience in the addiction field working as a therapist, clinical supervisor for associate professionals and interns, and clinical manager at a co-occurring treatment facility. Price: Education is FREE to all professionals Continuing Education Credit: Earn a certificate of completion for 1.5 CE credits by passing an online CE quiz upon completion of the webinar. FREE for NAADAC members (Join now!). $20 for Non-members. Questions or comments about NAADAC Education? Take a look at our Webinar FAQs or email NAADAC. Using Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) Wednesday, December 20, 2017 @ 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET (2 CT/1 MT/12 PT) Description: Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) has been shown to be useful in the treatment of addictive disorders. Through ACT clients are taught to accept feelings rather than escaping them, moving toward values rather than toward suffering. Introducing patients to these principles can be done early in drug and alcohol treatment setting the tone for ongoing therapy. This workshop will demonstrate practical techniques that can be used in any therapeutic setting. Presenter: Joseph Troncale, MD Joseph Troncale, MD, is Retreat’s Medical Director, a fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) and was named Outstanding Clinician by Addiction Magazine in 2010. A published author, Troncale has contributed content to both Saunders Manual of Medical Practice & When to Call the Surgeon as well as numerous articles in addiction journals. In the past, he has served as the Medical Director of two other prominent inpatient facilities. Price: Education is FREE to all professionals Continuing Education Credit: Earn a certificate of completion for 1 CE credit by passing an online CE quiz upon completion of the webinar. FREE for NAADAC members (Join now!). $15 for Non-members. Questions or comments about NAADAC Education? Take a look at our Webinar FAQs or email NAADAC. NAADAC, The Association for Addiction Professionals 44 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 301, Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: 703.741.7686 / 800.548.0497 Send to Friend | Update Profile | Subscribe | Unsubscribe

12-6-17 TWELVE STEPPING WITH SUPPORT FROM SCRIPTURE

Proverb 15v 15 -For the despondent, every day brings trouble: for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.

STEP 1. We admitted we were powerless over our addictions and compulsive behaviors, that our lives had become unmanageable. I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my sinful nature.

For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. Romans 7:18 NIV

despondent-in low spirits from loss of hope or courage.

Some of us hit rock bottom but we are not supposed to stay there and give up.Many get to the bottom lose all hope and courage and never try or when they do they slip and fall.Can you climb a mountain in an instant! NO you cant and recovery doesn't work like that. You are going to find the courage to fight with all your might to climb that mountain.If you look through the fog and haze, there are people at the top holding ropes all you have to do is grab one hold on and no matter how tough it gets don't let go and keep climbing.You will get to the top and when you do throw that rope down and help another.

By Joseph Dickerson/Recovery Connections 

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Psalm 103v3 He forgives all my sins and Heals all my diseases

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Dear Joseph, Join us and Master of Ceremonies and ABC News Co-Anchor, Elizabeth Vargas, at our Winter Wish Gala on December 12th. During this special evening, you will hear from parents like Paul and learn more about the many ways we provide compassion and critical support to families who are struggling with their son or daughter’s substance use. With one week remaining, this is your last chance to participate through ticketpurchases, table sponsorships, journal ads or donation. Your support ensures we can continue to empower parents with free lifesaving resources and guidance to help their child and family heal. It is with sincere gratitude we honor corporate citizens Facebook and David Katz, Partner at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, and philanthropists Christine Mack and Natasha Silver Bell. We will also present the James E. Burke award to Tom McLellan, former deputy director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy. We are excited to share that cellist Maya Beiser will perform two of her famous musical pieces. Thank you to all of our sponsors whose commitment and generosity make our work possible. We hope we can count on your support and look forward to seeing you next Tuesday! Sincerely, Kaila Packett Sassano Vice President of Development Partnership for Drug-Free Kids

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