Do you work with clients whose lives have been affected by the addiction of a family member? If so, this session is for you. Addiction not only affects individuals but can deeply affect family systems. In this session, participants will learn more about CRAFT, an approach for families who have a loved one struggling with substances.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Discuss the stages of change model and its implications for individual and family treatment of addiction
- Identify the 3 primary goals of CRAFT and the 8 primary CRAFT Techniques
- Implement CRAFT concepts in practical ways within multiple levels of care
Register Here!
Cost: $25
This virtual event is limited to 30 participants. Please ensure you are registered no later than Monday, February 17th to secure your spot.
Please be sure to review our policy and procedure for any questions regarding cancellations, refunds and confidentiality.
Continuing Education Hours:
Earn 1 CE (Continuing Education) hours
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About Andrew Ahles
Andrew Ahles, LMFT-S has worked for over a decade as a Marriage and Family Therapist in both outpatient and inpatient treatment settings to provide compassionate and effective therapy to individuals and families suffering from severe mental illness and addiction. As an experienced LMFT and LMFT supervisor, Andrew loves engaging with even the most complex family cases to shift patterns and create space for change. Andrew is trained in multiple couples and family counseling models including Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFT) and Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT).
As the Manager of Clinical Training at Metrocare, Andrew leads the organization in providing clinical and trauma-informed training for all mental health professionals and counseling staff. Andrew is a Certified Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) trainer and facilitates professional and community training on topics including Family Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, Mental Health Awareness and Education, Professional Boundaries, Gambling Disorder, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. He is passionate about supporting counselors as they provide life-changing services to the community.
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Agenda
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Beyond Boundaries: Treating Addiction in the Family System with Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT)
