Earn (1) CEU Credit!
Course Description:
The early recovery journey is challenging. One of the most significant hurdles is normalizing and understanding what to expect, what are common and normal symptoms/experiences in early recovery (the first year), and dispelling the myths that lead to unrealistic expectations. This program will review Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) in detail, outline and explore the specific skills to manage the common symptoms, review the common symptom progression and remission cycle, and define realistic expectations of the recovery journey.
Course Objectives:
After completing this continuing education activity, participants will be able to:
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Review and understand the 6 PAWS symptoms
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Gain insight into realistic expectations for the early Recovering Client
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Focus on the primary catalyst of PAWS: Stress Sensitivity, its components, and its impact
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Review and understand the “Recovery Skills” necessary to manage PAW symptoms
Instructor: Dominic Vangarelli, MA, CADC, LPC
CEUs Available: 1
This training has been approved for continuing education for PA Licensed Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Social Workers.
Social Workers and Marriage and Family Therapists: This program is approved for one (1) continuing education hour for Social Work for New York and Pennsylvania LSW and LCSW licensure renewal.
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