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This workshop will discuss the reasons why addiction to alcohol and other drugs is most effectively approached as a primary public health issue with secondary criminal justice consequences. Specific policies will be discussed involving over the counter, prescription, and illicit drugs. The difficult issue of untangle criminality from addiction will be reviewed. Alternative methods for managing alcohol and drug problems in the community, including drug courts, will be explored.
Terence T. Gorski is a pioneer in the development of Relapse Prevention Therapy, who has achieved international acclaim for his work, for the past 35 years. Terry Gorski is considered a leader and authority in the addiction, behavioral health, social services, and correctional industries for his work in recovery and relapse prevention. Mr. Gorski holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Sociology from Northeastern Illinois University and a Master of Arts Degree from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri. He is also a Certified Addiction Professional in Florida, a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) and Nationally Certified Addiction Counselor (NCAC II) by NAADAC, and a Senior Certified Addiction Counselor (CSAC) in the State of Illinois.
Mr. Gorski is the Founder and President of The CENAPS® Corporation and is currently a lecturing professor and Coordinator of the Addiction Studies Concentration at the Tampa Bay Campus of Springfield College. Mr. Gorski also serves on the Board of Directors of the Florida School of Addiction Studies and Florida NAADAC.
Mr. Gorski’s practical approach to recovery and relapse prevention is based on more than thirty-five years experience as a therapist, supervisor, program administrator, and consultant. He has become a leading authority on the use of science-based models for preventing relapse. His unique approach to treatment system development is biopsychosocial in nature and integrates the use of cognitive, affective, behavioral, family, and community recovery methods.
His greatest talent is his ability to break down complex treatment and recovery processes into clear and simple steps that can be used by professionals working with addicted people in addiction treatment programs, mental health centers, and the criminal justice system.
Mr. Gorski is a prolific author and has published such classics as Staying Sober : A Guide for Relapse Prevention, and Passages Through Recovery : An Action Plan for Preventing Relapse. His most recent book addresses Depression and Relapse. Check out the CENAPS website for more information on Mr. Gorski and his work.
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