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Virtual: De-escalation & Engagement Strategies: A Trauma Informed Approach

  • March 25, 2020
  • 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Remote via Zoom Only
  • 10

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A 6 hour training event with with Chris Dorval, MSW, LCSW, LCDP, LCDCS, ICADC

8:30am – 4:00pm on March 25, 2020


This training has been changed to remote only!

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PRESENTATION:  Aggressive and drug-seeking behavior creates unique and often frustrating challenges in clinical settings, often these behaviors a fueled by substance use and trauma related disorders. This presentation will offer strategies for addressing these behaviors in an assertive and therapeutic approach while retaining patient engagement. This interactive and experiential presentation offers an overview of the impact of trauma on the recovery process from a social, biological, psychological, and spiritual perspective and will provide clinicians with skills to work people affected by substance use and trauma throughout their recovery, as well as, understanding the conceptual framework of trauma-informed practice.  As a result of this training, participant will be able to:


  • Describe the impact of trauma and substance use on the brain, body, and behavior;

  • Conceptualize a case study from a trauma-informed framework; and 

  • Recognize the cumulative effect of Adverse Childhood experiences on the brain and coping;
ABOUT THE PRESENTER:  Chris Dorval MSW, LCSW LCDP, LCDCS, ICADC is a therapist in private practice, a Business Development Officer for Recovery Centers of America, a Project Coordinator for Rhode Island College SBIRT Training and Resource Center, as well as, a clinical consultant specializing in addiction, trauma, and men’s health. Chris has worked as the Director of Clinical Outreach and Development for an international training and consulting agency, as well as, having worked as a clinician and clinical supervisor in various levels of care in addiction treatment for over 6 years. Chris has extensive training in trauma informed care, treating co-occurring trauma and addiction, and is committed to helping others in their own personal journeys in recovery. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP), and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Clinical Supervisor (LCDCS), Chris graduated from Rhode Island College with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW). As a person in long term recovery himself, Chris is passionate about working with those affected by addiction and trauma and has dedicated his practice to this focus. As a father, husband, son, and friend Chris believes in developing healthy family and interpersonal relationships and addressing the underlying issues driving a person’s symptoms are essential to sustained recovery.

REGISTRATION FEE: NHADACA Members: $55. Non-Members: $65. NBCC: add $5.

Lunch will be on your own.   

MORE INFO:  603-225-706 or traininginstitute@nhadaca.org

6 Contact Hours Available
CRSW Performance Domains: 3, 4
LADC/MLADC Categories of Competence: 5-7, 14-18
CPS Domains: 6
NBCC: LICSW/L-MFT/LCMHC (Category A) & Psychologist (Category A)  NH Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors Association has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider. ACEP No 6754. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. NHADACA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.

PLEASE NOTE:  Only one registrant per form. For multiple registrants, you must register each one individually. Thank you!

This training is financed under a contract with the State of NH, Department of Health and Human Services, with funds provided in part by the State of NH and/or such funding sources as were available or required, e.g., the United States Department of Health and Human Services.


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