The evidence base demonstrates that family involvement increases the effectiveness of substance use disorder treatment, and yet few service providers working in behavioral health settings have had access to training in family therapy (FT).  Providers equipped with a systemic, relational and culturally sensitive framework and trained in key principles and techniques of FT will be better able to provide “family friendly” therapeutic support to clients, thereby increasing the effectiveness of their services.

This interactive 2-day training will help providers increase their engagement of families in services, become more relationally attuned when working with individuals, and increase their use of FT techniques. This course can also be especially relevant to those providing therapy, but that is not a requirement to attend.