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percent of children raised in Christian churches and homes by their late teens and early adult years. This presenta tion focuses on how clinicians, churches, and families can turn the tide by shifting the paradigm to one that sees these human struggles through the lens of disconnection, trauma, resiliency, attachment, and faith. Participants will look at the Polyvagal Theory, toxic shame, and enticement power factor and the roles these play in the development of addiction. Clinical techniques will also be demonstrated in the workshop for psychologists, licensed mental health professionals, and ministry leaders. Learning Objectives Participants will… 1. Describe post traumatic growth through the rupture and repair process and its Masterpiece Effect 2. Discuss the repercussions of unhealed trauma from a Polyvagal Theory perspective and connect it to toxic shame and the development of addiction 3. Describe the concept of the enticement power factor in the development of addictions 4. Construct a story picture with clients and themselves that answers the question, “What makes this make sense?” Approved for 1.5 CEs for Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Work ers, and Chemical Dependency Counselors Approved for 1.5 CMEs for Medical Doctors, Osteopathic Physi cians, and Physician Assistants Approved for 1.5 CEUs for Nurses and Nurse Practitioners Approved for 1.5 IBCC CEs for Pastors, Pastoral Counselors, Lay Counselors, and Coaches Level: Intermediate Summary: Amid the most devastating drug epidemic in history, a comprehensive strategy for treating families and loved ones of those suffering from substance use disorders is of ten neglected. Failing to treat the family and social systems of those battling substance abuse risks perpetuating the cycle of addiction. Recognizable patterns of dysfunctional emotional, social, and physical behavior in the family and loved ones of those suffering from substance use disorders have long been identified by healthcare professionals as codependency. Codependency shares symptoms of depen dent and borderline personality disorders, though neither diagnosis encompasses the relational elements common 201. Addicted to You: The Role of Boundaries and 12-step Recovery in Treating Codependency John Eklund, M.S.W. Recovery Alive

with codependents. In this workshop, the symptoms of codependency will be examined, along with the impact of addiction on family systems and how family members can impede the progress of their loved ones through addiction counseling. Treatment options, including boundary imple mentation and the 12-step recovery model, will be explored for treating codependent individuals and families. 1. Describe the originations of codependency and codepen dency’s current relevance in mental health and substance abuse treatment 2. Develop a family and social systems approach to sub stance use disorder treatment 3. Analyze and develop treatment options for codependent recovery Learning Objectives Participants will: 202. Breaking Generational Patterns of Shame: Family Responsibility and Power Approved for 1.5 CEs for Psychologists, Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Chemical Dependency Counselors Approved for 1.5 CMEs for Medical Doctors, Osteopathic Physi cians, and Physician Assistants Approved for 1.5 CEUs for Nurses and Nurse Practitioners Approved for 1.5 IBCC CEs for Pastors, Pastoral Counselors, Summary: This workshop explores the complex dynamics of shame within families, addressing how these patterns are often passed down through generations. Participants will discuss the role of the parent/caregiver(s) responsibility in continuing the cycle of shame and how they have the power to break the cycle so future generations can live free of a painful legacy. Drawing from Christian Psychology, attachment trauma research and the theological understanding of oneself and family will further guide participants’ understanding of how these patterns are created and perpetuated. Furthermore, participants will learn specific self- and other-forgiveness imperatives and ways of breaking shame-based generational patterns that can be utilized in the sessions with psychologists, licensed mental health professionals, medical professionals, ministry leaders, and coaches. Additionally, the importance of family therapy and counseling approaches in addressing shame-related issues is examined, emphasizing the need for systemic and holistic approaches grounded in a faith-based worldview. Teachers, and Coaches Level: Intermediate Megan Clunan, Ph.D. Moody Bible Institute

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