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Clinical Considerations for Gambling Disorder: Screening, Comorbidity, and Evidence-based Tools
Presented by Heather Moshier, MBA, CAADC, LSW
Live WebinarMon, Dec 8, 2025 at 12:00 pm EST
Course: #2617Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course explores the unique clinical considerations and comorbidity of individuals with substance use and mental illness, and the rate of problem gambling and gambling disorder. In addition, participants learn evidence-based tools used to screen for gambling problem behavior and the impact of each tool.

Assessing and Treating Substance Use Disorders in LGBT Clients
Presented by Giselle Levin, PsyD
Video
Course: #2599Level: Intermediate1 Hour
LGBT populations have unique presenting problems and treatment needs related to substance use disorders (SUD). This course identifies substance use issues commonly seen in LGBT clients, reviews DSM-5 criteria for SUDs, and addresses the intersection of co-occurring mental health disorders. Participants will learn how to assess and treat substance use disorders in an LGBT-affirming manner, incorporating best practices for culturally competent and integrated care.

Achieving Health Equity in Pain Management: What you need to know
Presented by Susan Holmes-Walker, PhD, RN
Video
Course: #2540Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course explores ways to improve health equity for people who experience pain. This course explores how appropriate pain assessment and access to multimodal pain management tools can improve the quality of life for people in pain. Additionally, the course will address the intersection of substance use disorders and pain management, offering strategies to ensure effective care for this population.

Personality Pathways to Substance Abuse: Understanding Traits, Risks, and Treatment
Presented by Benjamin Ampel, MA, PhD candidate
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Course: #2505Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course examines how the formation of personality traits like sensation seeking, BIS/BAS orientation, and hemispheric lateralization contributes to substance abuse. It explores the underlying causes of these traits and their influence on substance use patterns, as well as the challenges they pose for treatment and prognosis. Participants will gain insight into how personality development impacts the course of substance abuse disorders and the effectiveness of various treatment strategies.

Understanding the Current Trends on Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Co-occurring Conditions Among Those Engaging in Substance Misuse
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, MSW, LMSW
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Course: #2592Level: Introductory1 Hour
As the prevalence and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder continues to increase, it is relevant to understand the multi-faceted nature of this condition. Individuals with autism have a high propensity to develop other co-occurring conditions that impact their lives and their overall quality of life. High rates of mental health conditions and substance use disorders have been found among individuals with autism. This webinar provides a foundation of autism, common co-occurring conditions, and substance use and abuse realities.

A Primer on Non-Medical Prescription Opioid Misuse: Prevalence, Trends, and Clinical Implications
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, MSW, LMSW
Video
Course: #2390Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course explores the rising rates of drug overdose deaths, particularly due to non-medical prescription opioids and illicit drugs, emphasizing the crucial role of health and human service professionals in addressing substance misuse and supporting affected individuals. It offers an overview of prevalence, trends, and clinical considerations related to non-medical opioid misuse in the United States, aiming to equip providers with essential insights for effective intervention.

Harm Reduction Approaches to Substance Abuse Treatment: Clinical Interventions and Ethical Considerations
Presented by Lauren Dennelly, PhD, MSW, LCSW
VideoAudio
Course: #2252Level: Intermediate1 Hour
In this course, participants learn about harm reduction, its specific clinical applications and policy connotations, and the ethical implications of such approaches to substance abuse treatment.

Pain Management and Addiction/Substance Use Disorders: Navigating Use and Abuse
Presented by Susan Holmes-Walker, PhD, RN
VideoAudio
Course: #2111Level: Intermediate2.02 Hours
This course reviews the different pain categories to build a foundation on which to discuss the pain management challenges of people with a substance use disorder. During this course, learners learn strategies to help navigate the complexities of use and abuse.

Pain & Symptom Management in Behavioral Health and Medical Settings
Presented by Susan Holmes-Walker, PhD, RN
VideoAudio
Course: #2103Level: Introductory2.02 Hours
This course will discuss the different types of pain and the symptoms related to each category and include information on the challenges of treating pain in the context of substance use. Participants will learn the importance of managing the expectations of patients in pain and learn strategies to create an individualized, multimodal pain management plan.

Working with Patients Undergoing Medically Assisted Therapy: Supervision Standards, Ethical and Diagnostic Considerations, and Clinical Documentation
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP, Katie Kirk, PsyD, LAC
VideoAudio
Course: #2147Level: Intermediate2.13 Hours
This course empowers behavioral health clinicians with the necessary skills and ethical competencies for delivering integrated, evidence-based addiction care to patients undergoing medication-assisted treatment (MAT). A focus on confidentiality, MAT and general ethics including HIPAA and CFR 42, and supervision standards are addressed. Participants will explore substance use disorders from a neuroscience perspective, develop counseling best practices within interdisciplinary MAT settings, and cover topics ranging from harm reduction strategies to documentation of medical necessity, aiming to enhance support for individuals managing addiction and dual diagnoses.

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