DATES: APRIL 5 | MAY 3 | JUNE 7 | JULY 12 | SEPTEMBER 6 | OCTOBER 4 | NOVEMBER 1 | DECEMBER 6 | JANUARY 10 | FEB. 7

FEE: $1500

WHAT TO EXPECT

Join renowned psychologist Dr. Andrew Tatarsky in his groundbreaking online Consultation Group on a transformative journey through Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP). Over ten months, mental health and addiction treatment professionals will have the opportunity to delve deep into the intricacies of harm reduction techniques and learn how to integrate them into their practices seamlessly. Through group discussions, participants will gain valuable insights from Dr. Tatarsky's expertise and benefit from sharing their experiences and knowledge with like-minded peers. This open forum environment encourages collaboration and growth as individuals present real-life case studies for feedback and guidance. In addition to interactive sessions, attendees will explore selected readings that comprehensively understand IHRP principles. Take advantage of this chance to expand your horizons and revolutionize your approach to therapy alongside a supportive community of passionate professionals!

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Dr. Andrew Tatarsky will lead an online 10-month, 90-minute Consultation Group for mental health and addiction treatment professionals who want to learn more about Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP) and how to incorporate it into their practices. The group will consist of didactics, case presentations, and a review of selected readings. Group members will also have an opportunity to share their current cases.  Participants are encouraged to commit to attending monthly meetings for all ten months to ensure the best training experience.

Services

Professional Training

I offer workshops and trainings in the U.S. and internationally for groups that wish to get a deeper immersion in harm reduction philosophy, it’s epidemiological and outcome research support, theoretical basis and applications to psychotherapy and counseling. Harm reduction principles of starting where the patient/client is with no predetermined agenda about goals and strategies and embracing all positive changes as successes frame the process. The collaborative relationship enables decisions about about goals and strategies to be tailored to the unique needs of the person.

In my trainings I emphasize active group participation and teach both theory and technique. Trainings are delivered in the collaborative spirit of harm reduction. These trainings can be delivered from half day to five full day formats depending on the needs of the group. Trainings can be tailored to the specific needs of the agency and client population.

Training Modules

The following topics are covered in my Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy Essentials Training and the Integrative Harm Reduction Certificate Program.

Additionally, select modules can be taught individually.

• History, Evolution and Basic Definitions of Harm Reduction Philosophy and Practices

• Clinical Challenges and Limitations of Traditional Abstinence-only Treatment

• Clinical and Epidemiological Rationales for Harm Reduction Psychotherapy

• Theoretical Basis for Harm Reduction Psychotherapy

• Psycho-bio-social Process Model of Problematic Substance Use

• Multiple Personal and Social Meanings of Substance Use

• The Transtheoretical "Motivational Stages of Change" Model

• Overview of Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy

• The Seven Therapeutic Tasks of IHRP

• The Primacy of the Therapeutic Alliance

• Therapeutic Relationship as Agent of Change

• Enhancing Self-Management Regulation Skills

• Assessment as Treatment

• Exploring and Embracing Ambivalence

• Harm Reduction Goal-Setting

• Techniques for Facilitating Positive Change

• Incorporating Mindfulness in Individual and Group Psychotherapy

Organizational Consultation

Our training sessions are collaborative, making use of lectures, group discussions, skill demonstrations, interactive skill-building exercises, and case studies to foster a deeper understanding of IHRP and promote its practice. Our training sessions can be delivered in formats ranging from half a day to five full days, depending on your needs. We tailor the content of training sessions to meet your specific requirements. We also provide ongoing or follow-up training, as well as ongoing training, consultation, and supervision for the organizations we consult with. To find out more about the content, availability, and cost of our training sessions, please contact us at intake@cfol.org or (+1) 212.213.8905 EXT 104

Psychotherapy & Counseling

I offer psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups. 

Effective therapy “starts where the person is” in terms of your needs, goals, values, personal preferences, strengths and cultural background. This enables a collaborative therapeutic relationship in which we can together decide on the focus of the work and what strategies and approach will best meet your needs. Every positive change is viewed as a valuable part of the process of moving toward your personal goals. The integrative aspect reflects a belief that the personal struggles you bring to therapy may be related to problems in your thinking, feelings, body, relationships, spirituality, lifestyle and social context. I use strategies that address each of these areas that are relevant to your needs.