This advanced workshop will speak to the need of a multi-dimensional, systemic approach to treating Complex PTSD and Addiction. A model of integration and transcendent language will be introduced to clinicians who already understand the basics. Theoretical and practical, this workshop will delineate core messages and themes clinicians need to embrace and communicate to patients as well as family systems. Clinical dilemmas and theoretical linguist problems will be examined. In addition, some core research findings with clinical implications will be briefly reviewed. Dr. Boriskin will also demonstrate enhanced listening and feedback skills with an emphasis upon dealing with patients’ nihilism.

• Define PTSD and Complex PTSD, and what we observe with addicts.

• Identify which treatments work, and which treatments exacerbate Complex PTSD.

• Explain cognitive, biological and interpersonal consequences of these conditions.

• Appraise and appreciate why multidimensional treatment is so vital.

• Apply core concepts that speak to addiction and trauma symptom relapse.

• Define realistic goals and strategies for addicts in primary treatment, early recovery and long term expectation. 

• Employ normalization, education and demystification as primary therapeutic tools for patients and families.

Jerry Boriskin, Ph.D., C.A.S. has more than twenty-six years of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist, certified addiction specialist, consultant, national lecturer, and treatment program designer. He is the author of PTSD and Addiction: A Practical Guide for Clinicians and Counselors.  A passionate advocate for integrated treatment, his vision anticipated the ongoing movement toward integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders, particularly those involving trauma. He has worked extensively with sexual abuse survivors and combat veterans. Dr. Boriskin is cofounder and clinical consultant for the Advanced Recovery Center in Delray Beach, Florida, a post-primary transitional treatment facility for c-occurring psychological disorders and addiction. Contact Dr. Boriskin through Advanced Recovery Center.

This seminar is being co-sponsored by The Advanced Recovery Center, Delray Beach, Florida.  Located in Delray Beach, Florida, Advanced Recovery Center is a focused comprehensive long-term treatment program for those struggling with critical unresolved issues that may leave them addiction relapse-prone. ARC has been designed to meet the needs of these individuals through the use of clinical strategies that emphasize 12-Step recovery principles, psychological treatment, psychiatric care, safety, support, education, and personal responsibility. These strategies are applied to the process of recovery from chronic issues, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, eating disorders, and the specialized treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that may impede the recovery process. Our mission is to help patients transition into a life of serenity and success in recovery. Advanced Recovery Center is located at 1300 NW 17^th Avenue, Suite 200, Delray Beach, Florida 33445. Telephone: (877) 272-4673. Web address: www.arc-hope.com

Cost: 
September 26, 2008, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., lunch not included Registration:  $100 if postmarked or paid by September 19; $115 late registration.  Space is limited.

REFUND POLICY: Requests must be in writing. Refunds will be given on requests postmarked or faxed no later than 5 business days prior to the seminar. No refunds will be issued for “late arrivals” and “no shows.” Address: Ridgeview Institute, Marketing Department, Metro Atlanta, Georgia, FAX: (770) 431-7025. Requests may also be e-mailed to dgay@ridgeviewinstitute.com.