Twelve Step Traditions and Philosophies of other Recovery Support Groups

Teacher

Rawson Carlin, D.Min, LCMHC-S, LCAS, CCS, MAC, NCC

COURSE OVERVIEW

This webinar presents the variety and nature of self-help groups, also known as mutual help, mutual aid, or recovery support groups, that help clients with substance use disorders. Alcoholics Anonymous and numerous other 12 Step groups, secular groups, spiritual/religious groups, and less known alternative groups provide a wealth of support that is identified as available resources.

The different types of recovery support groups and their philosophies are reviewed which will help clinicians make informed referrals to complement and extend the effects of professional drug addiction treatment. The rationale and benefits of self-help groups are discussed to increase knowledge of how and why participation helps.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Discuss the nature of recovery support groups.
Describe the effect of recovery support groups on recovery.
Explain the different types of recovery support groups available and their philosophies.
Give informed referrals to recovery support groups.

Target Audience: Licensed Professional Counselors, Social Workers, Addiction Counselors, & LMFT

Content Level: Beginner to Intermediate

3 CE Hour Credits Approved By: NAADAC, ASWB, & NBCC

State Board Approval

Course Features

Lectures 3
Quizzes 1
Duration Lifetime access
Skill level Intermediate
Language English
Students 12
Certificate Yes
Assessments Self

VIDEO RECORDING 2
- Lecture1.1
  
  Twelve Step Traditions and Philosophies of other Recovery Support Groups PART ONE
- Lecture1.2
  
  Twelve Step Traditions and Philosophies of other Recovery Support Groups PART TWO
COURSE EVALUATION 1
- Lecture2.1
  
  Twelve Step Traditions and Philosophies of other Recovery Support Groups
QUIZ 1
- Quiz3.1
  
  Twelve Step Traditions and Philosophies of other Recovery Support Groups
  20 questions

Rawson Carlin, D.Min, LCMHC-S, LCAS, CCS, MAC, NCC

Rawson Carlin, B.A., M.A., M. Div., D. Min.; Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (North Carolina #LCMHC-5278); Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (North Carolina #LCAS-1086); Certified Clinical Supervisor (North Carolina #CCS-603); North Carolina Problem Gambling Provider; National Certified Counselor #NCC-209297; Master Addiction Counselor #MAC-507109; Distance Certified Counselor #1464; and a DOT registered Substance Abuse Professional; and Ordained Minister with over 30 years of counseling experience. He is the founder and president of E Care Counseling, PLLC in Mooresville, NC where he is in private practice providing addiction and mental health counseling, supervises substance abuse counselors, and presents NAADAC and NBCC approved education for counselors via webinars.
Rawson completed a residential substance abuse treatment program over 40 years ago and has never had a slip or relapse. He directed Teen Challenge programs, faith-based therapeutic communities for clients with addiction disorders, for 11 years in three states, and has pastored churches. He has been active in substance abuse treatment for over 30 years including employed as an addiction therapist serving veterans for almost 8 years with the Department of Veterans Affairs, in-home crisis counselor, a counselor with Georgia Department of Corrections for 8 years, for 5 years as a counselor with a physician treating patients with opioid use disorders, and has also been providing distance counseling online for about 14 years. He is a public speaker making presentations at conferences, schools, and churches.