Webinar | Integrating Evidenced-Based Substance Abuse Treatment with the 12 Step Program
Adam Downs presents integrated approach as a more effective treatment solution. He has successfully utilized multiple types of integration with adolescent and adult populations. In this webinar, Adam will focus primarily on the integration of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with the 12-step program when treating addicted patients. Adam will explain the strengths and limitations of each approach and identify how integration enhances potential outcomes.
The learning objectives of this webinar are:
– Identify strengths of and research on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Substance Abuse.
– Identify Limitations of CBT with this population.
– Have a clear understanding of why an integrated approach is necessary.
– Identify why the 12-step program is an appropriate integration.
– Develop clear understanding of the application of this integration.
About the Presenter
Adam Downs, PhD
Director of Substance Abuse Counseling & Recovery Services, University of Alabama School of Medicine
Adam Downs attended Texas Tech University for his undergraduate studies where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Development and Family Studies, specializing in Substance Abuse Studies. Downs received his Master’s degree from Michigan State University in Marriage and Family Therapy and will be awarded his Ph.D in Human Development and Family Studies with a specialization in Couple and Family Therapy this fall from Michigan State University.
Downs has authored a number of publications in academic journals in the areas of addiction studies and juvenile delinquency and is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). His research interests include the identification and development of recovery resources on college campuses, the transition from juvenile delinquency to adult delinquency, substance abuse/dependency among young adult populations, and parental and young adult relationships in addicted families.
Downs specializes in integrated approaches to the treatment of substance abuse/dependency disorders. He also has training in evidence-based programs such as Emotionally Focused Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Core and Couple Communication, Parent Management Training — the Oregon Model. He pulls from both his training and his personal experiences of being a recovering addict to relate to his patients at the Student Health Center and to students in the Collegiate Recovery Community program at The University of Alabama.