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Breaking the Chains: Unlocking the Power of Therapeutic Modalities in Addiction Treatment

Presented by: David Cohen (he), LCSW

About the Speaker

David Cohen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice and is currently the Clinical Director and Chief Operating Officer at Harmony Place in Woodland Hills, CA. Since 2003, David has become a leader in addiction and co-occurring disorder treatment and a strong advocate for the ethical treatment of those in recovery. A therapist, professor, program manager, and clinical director, David is dedicated to supporting others in their journey toward lifelong recovery. He strives to be a role model and mentor, not just to his clients but to other clinicians and students entering the field.



David profoundly believes in people’s ability to learn, grow, and recover and is known for his unyielding commitment to doing whatever it takes to get people off drugs and alcohol. His capacity to wear many hats and manage multiple departments while prioritizing client wellness sets him apart from his peers, but to him, he’s only doing what needs to be done.

About the Presentation

Breaking the Chains: Unlocking the Power of Therapeutic Modalities in Addiction Treatment is an interactive training designed for clinicians and students seeking to enhance their approach to substance use disorders (SUDs). This workshop covers key topics, including the link between trauma and addiction, evidence-based treatments like Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), group therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Through an instructional power point including case studies and discussions, participants will gain practical skills to improve patient outcomes.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to: 

1. Identify the impact of trauma on addiction and apply trauma-informed care principles. 

2. Explain the effectiveness of MAT and address common misconceptions. 

3. Utilize group therapy techniques to foster recovery and peer support. 

4. Apply ACT strategies to enhance emotional regulation and commitment to change. 

This session is ideal for clinicians, counselors, and healthcare professionals dedicated to improving addiction treatment. 

This talk is CE Eligible

Students: $5

General Admission: $15

This talk is sponsored by:

CE Information: AlignED Care Eating Disorder and Mental Health Center is approved by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists to sponsor continuing education activities for LMFTs, LPCCs, and LCSWs. AlignED Care Eating Disorder and Mental Health Center maintains responsibility for the program/course and its content. CAMFT approval number 1032797.

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Meet Your California Pathways to Practice Co-Founders:

Robyn Caruso, LMFT #80168, CEDS-C, CET1, Clinical Faculty at Antioch, Founder & Clinical Director at AlignED Care Eating Disorder & Mental Health Center

Clinical Faculty at Antioch University, with experience both as an early career clinician and now as an educator, Robyn is deeply attuned to the challenges and needs of new professionals.

Crayton Daniel, National Director of Provider Relations at Clearview Residential Treatment Center

Specializing in business development, Crayton has formal training in this area and brings valuable expertise to our planning committee.