Special Workshop: A Recertification Course for Clinical Supervisors
Monday from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and continued Tuesday and Wednesday (Additional 4 hours; time to be during meals or determined as a group.) Participants may take this special workshop in addition to their regular courses.

Special Workshop Tuition Rate: $95
So you’ve passed the initial hurdle: you’ve either been credentialed as a clinical supervisor or you just want to have a refresher course to keep your skills current. This six-hour course is for you: it fulfills the training requirements for recredentialing in your state and provides you advanced knowledge and skills in supervision. Based upon the 2004 edition of David Powell’s book“ Clinical Supervision in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling”, this course covers advanced models of supervision, the new blended model, using media in supervision, problem-solving, working with difficult staff (i.e., the resistant counselor), gate keeping functions in supervision, how to be a leader in the field, and contemplative models of counseling.

Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to:
1. Describe the matrix and contextual models of supervision;
2. Describe the new blended model of supervision;
3. State at least three media options to use in clinical supervision and staff training;
4. Describe two skills needed by managers in the future; and
5. Discuss three approaches of the contemplative approach to counseling and supervision.
Target Audience: This is a must have course for credentialed and want-to be credentialed clinical supervisors. There are very few opportunities to attend a one-day refresher and advanced course in supervision; don’t miss this one!
The Presenter: Alan Lyme, LCSW, ICADC, SAP, CCS, is co-author with his mentor, Dr. Powell, of the book, Men’s Healing: A Toolbox for Life. He created a unique gender-specific, holistic treatment model for men suffering from chemical dependency at the Center for Men’s Recovery at Hanley Center, where he served as Director of The Center for Men's Recovery. His work has led him to address core male issues and relationships in numerous teaching environments. He received a Masters Degree in Social Work from Barry University, is a MINT recognized Motivational Interviewing trainer, a certified Clinical Supervisor, and a Certified Neurofeedback Clinician.

Track 1ABCD:
The Next Generation of Clinical Supervision: The Powell Blended Model of Clinical Supervision
Time: Monday – Thursday
Treatment programs are changing constantly with new diagnostic and patient placement standards. The bar of credential requirements is always being raised. Clinical supervision provides the most important resource available for training, management decision-making and quality assurance. Supervision is also a critical element of the counseling process, ensuring client outcome and employee satisfaction. The field has matured to a level in which new models for clinical supervision are required. The Blended Model of Supervision has been developed by Dr. David Powell to address the changes in the substance abuse field. This course will address these changes: bridging the gap between mental health and addictions; new ethical and legal standards and requirements; working in a managed care world; new techniques of clinical supervision, such as solution-focused supervision and motivational interviewing in supervision; a new approach to counseling and supervision, termed by Powell “Contemplative Psychology/Supervision.”
This course will examine the credentialing requirements for clinical supervisory certification and training in ethics. It addresses the four performance domains of ICRC: assessment/evaluation; counselor development; management/administration, and professional responsibilities. Participants will be aided in forming their own model of supervision as well as being oriented to a range of supervision models and techniques.

Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to:
1. Articulate their model of supervision and at least five other models;
2. Articulate the latest ethical principles for working in a managed care environment;
3. Define the basic skills and techniques of solution-focused supervision, and motivational interviewing supervision;
4. Define at least ten characteristics of three levels of counselor development and supervision approaches with each level;
5. Identify five problems in supervision and procedures to overcome these obstacles;
6. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in clinical supervision, using one-way mirror, co-facilitation, and videotaping, as well as the use of the sociogram in supervision; and
7. Articulate a new model to supervision, termed the contemplative model of supervision and psychology and integrate that model into the Powell Blended Model.
Target Audience: Participants should be managers, supervisors or administrators in treatment programs.
SPECIAL NOTE: This course has been approved by many states for CCS crediting by the I.C.R.C. for the clinical supervisor credential. Participants wishing to meet the 30 contact hour requirements of the I.C.R.C. must attend all major presentations (including evening presentations) and must complete the follow up course assignments. More information will be provided in class.
The Presenter:
Alan Lyme, MSW, LCSW, CAP, ICADCis co-author with his mentor, Dr. Powell, of the book, Men’s Healing: A Toolbox for Life. He created a unique gender-specific, holistic treatment model for men suffering from chemical dependency at the Center for Men’s Recovery at Hanley Center, where he served as Director of The Center for Men's Recovery. His work has led him to address core male issues and relationships in numerous teaching environments. He received a Masters Degree in Social Work from Barry University, is a MINT recognized Motivational Interviewing trainer, a certified Clinical Supervisor, and a Certified Neurofeedback Clinician.

Track 2ABCD:
Clinical Supervision To Support The Implementation, Fidelity & Sustaining Of Evidence-Based Practices
Time: Monday – Thursday
Sponsored by the Addiction Technology Transfer Center of New England
Clinical supervision is a key element in an agency’s successful implementation of new treatment practices. This 4-day course will address the supervisor’s role in the adoption process, basic concepts of technology transfer and the ATTC-NE’s Comprehensive Technology Transfer Model, and offer a teaching model to assist the supervisor to engage and support counselors in this endeavor. This course may be used to meet recertification requirements for Certified Clinical Supervisors.
Learning Objectives: By the end of the training, participants will:
1. Be familiar with NIDA’s 13 Principles of Effective Treatment, the key tasks of effective clinical supervisors in the adoption of evidence-based treatment practices, and TAP 21A – Competencies for Substance Abuse Treatment Clinical Supervisors;
2. Understand the basic concepts of technology transfer, models of change and a comprehensive technology transfer model, and currently identified evidence-based practices; and
3. Know the elements of, and be able to apply, a model for assisting counselors in faithful implementation of new treatment practices.
Target Audience:Current clinical supervisors.
IMPORTANT NOTE:This course may be used to meet recertification requirements for Certified Clinical Supervisors.
The Presenters:
Margaret O'Hagan-Lynch, M.S., LPC is the Associate Director for Clinical Operations at River Valley Services in Middletown, CT and maintains a private practice in Wallingford, CT. She has worked in the behavioral health field for over 20 years and is known for her expertise in working with people who have co-occurring substance use and psychiatric disorders. Her degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, with a concentration in psychiatric rehabilitation, brings a unique perspective to treatment issues. She has vast experience in program design/implementation, staff development, training and consultation, community networking, and remains active in addressing treatment needs on both a local and statewide level. She has experience working in various levels of care in both the private and public sectors. She has implemented and maintained several Evidence Based Practices throughout these treatment settings. She has been working with the Addiction Technology Transfer Center of New England since 2003 and is a faculty member of the New England School of Addiction Studies.
Stephen Gumbley, MA, LCDP has been working in human services for more than 30 years, specializing in addiction education, prevention and treatment recovery since 1988. He has served as clinical supervisor and program director in a variety of treatment settings and is presently Co-Director of the Addiction Technology Transfer Center of New England at Brown University. He chairs the steering committee of the Institute for Addiction Recovery at Rhode Island College. He has published articles on adoption of evidence-based treatment practices in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment and Addiction Professional. In long-term recovery, Steve serves on the board of Faces & Voices of Recovery.
Michael Torch, MA, LADC, LCS is an addiction treatment provider with over 30 years of experience. He was recognized by the New Hampshire Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor’s Association in 2002 with its “Life Time Achievement Award”. Currently working in Student Assistance, Outpatient Practice, and Behavioral Health consultation, Michael has been a trainer of alcohol and drug counselors for over 20 years and currently serves on the faculty of ATTC-NE and the New England School of Addiction Studies, with extensive experience treating chemically dependent adolescents and trauma victims. He is a Senior Consultant to the Science to Practice initiative of the New England Addiction Technology Transfer Center.

TRACK 3AB
Combat Stress and Substance Abuse: Understanding the Challenges Experienced by Returning Military Members and Their Families
Time:Monday - Tuesday
The battle may be over, but for many, the struggles have just begun. Returning military members often face bio-psychosocial challenges that undermine established behavioral norms. Community treatment providers are a key link when social networks begin to fray under these pressures. This workshop is designed to examine the specific challenges veterans endure, describe the manifestations of combat related stress and how this may alter an individual’s clinical presentation, and identify appropriate assessment and treatment interventions.

Learning Objectives: Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
1. Explain the nature of combat stress, and its history and impact on returning military members and their families;
2.Describe the mind-body connection and how it relates to posttraumatic stress and other traumatic disorders;
3. Recognize physical and psychological reactions that may be exhibited in response to stress;
4. Describe assessment considerations when working with returning military members and their families; and
5. Discuss treatment planning considerations for work with returning military members and/or their families.
6. Explore posttraumatic stress assessment tools for possible inclusion in a substance abuse treatment setting as well as, how to create a vet friendly therapeutic environment and develop an appropriate referral network.
7. Understand the concept of resiliency and its possible benefits in the treatment of addiction and posttraumatic stress symptomology.
Target Audience: Clinicians, managers, clinical supervisors, and other human service professionals interested in the topic
IMPORTANT NOTE: This course is designed to provide an overview of important considerations for addiction programs, but it is NOT a skills-based clinical course.
The Presenters:
Susan Storti, Ph.D., R.N., CARN-AP currently serves as the Project Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse Blending Research and Practice contract. She holds a faculty position as Research Associate at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Department of Community Health and adjunct faculty positions at Rhode Island College and the University of Nevada, and is a Professor at Roger Williams Hospital Nursing Center for Practice and Education, a teaching and research affiliate of the Boston University School of Medicine.
During the past 6 years, Dr. Storti has worked closely with the Veteran Affairs Medical Center, the Vet Center, the Rhode Island National Guard and many community organizations in the creation of The Rhode Island Blueprint and the subsequent development of the Veterans Task Force of Rhode Island. This initiative has received national recognition as a model program by the Department of Defense and is currently being replicated in other states. Most recently, Dr. Storti was awarded The Outstanding Civilian Service Medal from the United States Army and the Rhode Island National Guard.
Dr. Storti received her PhD from the University of Connecticut, School of Nursing and her research focuses on stigma associated with addictions and mental health and its’ effect on access to and delivery of health care.

Steven R. Storti, BA, LCDPhas worked in all aspects of the addiction continuum; prevention, education and training with parents, teachers and high-risk youth; short-term, long-term and therapeutic community inpatient settings: intensive out-patient and as an individual therapist.
Steven is also a former member of the USMC and a professional firefighter of 23 years where his public service programming drew national attention. His experience with PTSD dates back to the inception of CISD teams in Rhode Island. Recently, Steven has worked with victims and survivors of 9/11 at the Pentagon and in Arlington County; initially as a disaster mental health worker and then as an administrative officer for the Arlington County Community Resilience Program. Steven has also worked with HIV+ adolescents, young adults and street youth at the Whitman-Walker Clinic in Washington DC. He is a featured speaker on recovery both nationally and internationally.
Steven received a Certificate in Counseling Alcohol and Other Substance Abusers from the University of Rhode Island, where he also earned his BA in Psychology. He has also received graduate Certificates in both Project Management and Business Continuity from the Bryant University Executive Development Center.

TRACK 3CD:
Seeking Safety: An Evidence-Based Practice for Trauma and/or Substance Abuse
Time:Wednesday – Thursday
The goal of this course is to describe Seeking Safety, an evidence-based treatment for trauma and/or substance abuse. We will cover (a) background on trauma and substance abuse (rates, presentation, models and stages of treatment, clinical challenges); and (b) implementation of Seeking Safety (overview, evidence base). Assessment tools and community resources are also described. By the end of the training, participants can implement Seeking Safety in their setting. Learning methods include powerpoint, video, exercises, and discussion.
Learning Objectives: Participants will:
1. Review research and clinical issues in treating trauma and substance abuse;
2. Increase empathy and understanding of trauma and substance abuse;
3. Describe Seeking Safety, an evidence-based model for trauma and/or substance abuse; and
4. Provide assessment and treatment resources.
Target Audience: This course is open to any professional working in the areas of prevention or treatment of substance abuse.
The Presenter:
Elisa Robley, MA, CAGS, LMHC, LCDP is the Co-Owner of Wellness Within Counseling Center, LLC/ Wellness Within Psychotherapy, LLC and has 13 years of experience treating clients with substance abuse, mental health and dual diagnosis issues. She has been using Seeking Safety: A Treatment Manual for PTSD and Substance Abuse since 1999 with incarcerated women and in a variety of outpatient settings. She has previous experience as a Program Coordinator of Victims of Crime and Victims of Trauma Program at a local Community Mental Health facility and also had had experience as a Clinical Director in MA juvenile correctional settings. She has provided trainings to both professions and community audiences on a variety of treatment related topics. Elisa currently co-owns and operates Wellness Within Counseling Center, a private practice facility that provides outpatient counseling in Cranston, RI.

Track 4A:
4A Women and Methadone Maintenance Treatment – Menopause Considerations
Time:(Monday)

This presentation will feature an overview of emerging knowledge that is important to effective methadone maintenance treatment for women in menopause. This course will focus on specific needs in developing programming and in treatment for this population. A special focus will be placed on the science, research, best practice, and practical considerations for this population.

Track 4B:
Risk Management and Patient Safety in Opiate Treatment
Time:(Tuesday)
Co-Sponsored by SAMHSA/Center for Substance Abuse Treatment and the Institute for Research, Education, and Training in Addictions

This course, developed by SAMHSA/CSAT, specifically addresses comprehensive strategies to manage risks associated with the day-to-day care of patients in an outpatient methadone treatment setting. These risk management strategies will incorporate legal standards of care that assures patient safety while maximizing the potential of methadone in responding to opiate addiction. The course will include an overview of the current issues and trends, risk identification, and clinical issues and best practice standards.

TRACK 5AB:
Co-Occurring Disorders: Personality Disorders
Time:Monday – Tuesday
Historically, clients who have had concurrent diagnoses of chemical dependency and personality disorder were seen as more difficult to treat. Traditional methods did not seem as effective with this population. However, there is growing understanding of the special nature of this type of concurrent condition. This workshop looks at the definitions and concepts of dual diagnosis with personality disorders, special treatment considerations as well as some specific techniques that are helpful in dealing with this special clinical population.

Learning Objectives: Participants will:
1. Review the definitions and concepts of dual diagnosis with personality disorders;
2. Identify at least 3 special treatment considerations for this population; and
3.
Target Audience: Clinicians
The Presenter:
William L. Mock, Ph.D., LISW, LICDC, SAP is the Executive Director of the Center for Interpersonal Development and the Chief Trainer for the Ohio Institute for Addiction Studies. His academic degrees include a Doctorate in Psychology and Masters in Social Work. He is a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, a licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Independent Social Worker and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor. He has expertise in chemical dependency treatment, family systems treatment and organizational systems development. He has provided training and consultation in several countries to such diverse groups as treatment/prevention providers, family therapists, industry leaders, educators, administrators and criminal justice personnel.

TRACK 5CD:
Co-Occurring Disorders: Emotional Management in Recovery
Time:Wednesday – Thursday
In their quest for recovery, our clients bring a wide range of feelings distress to our offices. Some of that distress may be simple anxiety over changes in lifestyle implied by recovery. Some may be depression related to losses due to their substance use history. Still others may be exhibiting feelings distress due to a preexisting, concurrent or exacerbated affective disorder. Whatever the case, these feelings have been shown to be a major impediment to recovery and a predictor of relapse. This workshop focuses on accurately assessing the nature of the feelings distress and developing treatment plans that minimize its impact on recovery. Special emphasis will be placed on cognitive behavioral strategies that are consistent with and a complement to 12 step recovery. Topics covered include: DSMIV definitions, first and second order feelings, criteria for referral for additional care, feelings control vs feelings management, "victim-villain" and other dichotomies, and reframing. Time does not allow for a thorough examination of clients who suffer from chronic thought disorders beyond recognition and most appropriate referral. The workshop will be highly transactional in nature so participants should come prepared to speak to specific issues and concerns regarding this population.
Learning Objectives: Participants will:
1. Name two techniques to accurately assess feelings of distress;
2. Describe three treatment plan implications; and
3. Identify at least two cognitive behavioral treatment strategies that may be effective.
Target Audience: Clinicians
The Presenter:
William L. Mock, Ph.D., LISW, LICDC, SAP is the Executive Director of the Center for Interpersonal Development and the Chief Trainer for the Ohio Institute for Addiction Studies. His academic degrees include a Doctorate in Psychology and Masters in Social Work. He is a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, a licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Independent Social Worker and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor. He has expertise in chemical dependency treatment, family systems treatment and organizational systems development. He has provided training and consultation in several countries to such diverse groups as treatment/prevention providers, family therapists, industry leaders, educators, administrators and criminal justice personnel.

TRACK 6AB:
Implementing Evidence-Based Practices: Infusing the Principles and Practice of Motivational Interviewing into Your Program
Time: Monday - Tuesday
This course will outline the steps in implementing an evidence-based practice, in this case Motivational Interviewing, in the administration, management, and delivery of services. The process of training and capacity building to provide follow up coaching and supervision will be discussed. The use of MI friendly tools, such as the Stages of Change, OARS, DARNC, Readiness Ruler, Decisional Balance and the Change Plan will be highlighted. Efforts to sustain the adoption of MI, in light of staff turn-over, budget cuts, and other challenges. Outcomes that can be attributed to the adoption of MI will be reviewed.

Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to:
1. Describe the necessary steps in the implementation of an evidence-based practice into an agency; and
2.In particular, discuss the process of infusing the principles and practice of Motivational Interviewing into a program.
Target Audience: Program managers, clinical supervisors, and clinicians
The Presenter:
Thomas E. Broffman, Ph.D., LICSW, LCDP, LCDS, CEAP is an assistant professor and Coordinator of the Field Program at Eastern CT State University, BSW Program. He has a BSW and a MSW from the University of Pittsburgh and a Ph.D. from Boston College, Graduate School of Social Work. His doctoral dissertation was “Gender Differences in MH & SA Disorders as Predictors of Gambling Disorders”. He is the Dual Diagnosis Coordinator at the RI Dept. of Mental Health & Retardation, Eleanor Slater Hospital in Cranston, RI. He has been a regionally known Motivational Interviewing trainer and consultant for the past 15 years. He developed a MI Implementation Program for 16 adult residential substance abuse programs in conjunction with the Mass. Dept of Public Health, Bureau of Substance Abuse Services. He has over 30 years of experience in employee assistance programs, mental health, addictions, problem gambling and co-occurring disorders. He was the President of the RI Council on Problem Gambling. He was a Board member of the National Council on Problem Gambling. He was recently awarded the Social Worker of the Year in Addictions by the RI Chapter of NASW.

TRACK 6CD:
Advanced Motivational Interviewing for the Criminal Justice Population
Time:Wednesday - Thursday
Motivational Interviewing is a directive, client centered, interactive style designed to identify, explore and resolve ambivalence, which facilitates positive behavior change. It is finding what is motivating and important to the client while emphasizing the client’s personal responsibility for change. During this workshop the participants will explore Motivational Interviewing with a special emphasis on serving the criminal justice population. We will explore the origins of MI, its history and influences in many disciplines. The participant will explore the micro skills of Motivational Interviewing such as Open ended questions, Affirmations, Reflections and Summarizations. Focus will also be placed upon understanding the core and principle components of Motivational Interviewing. The techniques discussed and learned will be based upon Miller and Rollnick’s principles of motivating offenders towards behavior change.

Learning Objectives: At the conclusion, participants will:
1.Explore and demonstrate the Micro skills of MI and its impact on the client relationship;
2. Practice MI on challenging clients through role playing and discussions;
3. Understand the concepts of enhanced intrinsic motivation and its impact of evoking change talk; and
4. Identify and explore the stages of change as it relates to the criminal justice population.
Target Audience: Clinicians and others who work with criminal justice clients who have had a basic motivational interviewing course and understand its core concepts
The Presenter:
Brenda Westberry, MS
is a Chief Adult Probation Officer for the State of Connecticut Judicial Branch Court Support Services Division. She has over 21 years experience in the field of Criminal Justice working with key community agencies and diverse populations. As a member of the CSSD Training Academy, she has assisted in the development and implementation of all Adult Probation trainings. She is also a part time professor in the Sociology/Anthropology Social Work and Applied Sciences Department at Eastern Connecticut State University as well as an adjunct professor at Mitchell College in the Criminal Justice Department. Brenda is the founder and president of Westberry Consulting which specializes in providing workshops, trainings and diverse course offerings delivered in customizable learning modules including: Cultural Competency, Motivational Interviewing, Case Planning, Training of Trainers, Curriculum Writing, Ethics, Presentation Skills, Leadership Skills, Victimology, Probation, Community Supervision, Human Services, The Criminal Justice System and Conflict Resolution and Management.

TRACK 7A:
Advanced Ethics, Confidentiality, and Legal Issues
Time: Monday
This course will provide an opportunity for experienced clinicians to explore advanced ethical issues in an in-depth, interactive format. Different roles in which counselors may find themselves within the legal system, the ethical and procedural issues which these different roles demand, and the potential ethical conflicts which may arise as a result. Effective techniques for dealing with legal efforts to pierce confidentiality as well as for presenting information in court will be explored. Current issues will be reviewed.

Learning Objectives:Participants will:
1. Review clinical implications of the decisions they make regarding the application of client confidentiality;
2. Increase understanding of the different roles the counselor may play when dealing with the legal system; and
3. Identify and resolve complicated ethical conflicts that may arise in a counselor’s scope of practice.
Target Audience: Substance Abuse Counselors, Program Managers, and Clinical Supervisors
Jacqueline H. Abikoff, ACSW, CCSW, CADAC
is the Co-Director of Horizons Counseling Center, Laconia, NH. She directs psychotherapeutic services specializing in chemical dependency and domestic and sexual violence. Jacqui is a social worker, therapist and psychiatric social worker. She participates in community service in the areas of alcohol, drugs and domestic and sexual abuse.

TRACK 7B:
Prescription and Over the Counter (OTC) Drug Abuse Updates and Trends
Time:Tuesday
Over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription (Rx) drug abuse is on the rise. In 2004, poisoning became the second leading cause of death from unintentional injury in the U.S. Nearly all of these deaths resulted from the abuse of prescription and illegal drugs. The number of unintentional poisoning deaths increased 62.5% in the United States from 1999-2004 (210% in Maine, 171% in New Hampshire, 165% in Vermont, 91% in Massachusetts and 25% in Connecticut). The majority of these unintentional poisonings were due to substance abuse overdoses. Many people mistakenly think abusing medicine is safer than abusing illegal drugs. OTC and Rx medications have widespread availability and easy access; thus complicating prevention. Many people do not realize that abuse of medications can be poisonous. Find out more about this growing public health problem, implications for the treatment setting, and learn what you can do in your community or agency to prevent this epidemic.

Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to:
1. Understand the epidemiology of medication abuse;
2. Identify medications abused and their health effects;
3. Describe the symptoms associated with different medicines;
4. Recognize poison center services related to medication abuse; and
5. Understand the key implications for prevention and treatment.
Target Audience: Treatment professionals and others wishing to learn more about this topic
The Presenter
Melissa Heinen, R.N., MPH is the New Hampshire Poison Education and Research Coordinator. Ms. Heinen brings nearly a decade of experience as a registered nurse and public health profession working in the field of prevention and education. She currently is responsible for outreach and education for the northern New England Poison Center. She has numerous professional publications and has presented at a variety of national conferences on the topic of injuries.

TRACK 7C:
Current Topics in Collaboration Among General Healthcare Providers and Addiction Professionals: Co-Located Third Annual Addiction Medicine Conference for General Healthcare Providers and Addiction Professionals
Time: Wednesday
Annual Addiction Medicine Conference for General Healthcare Providers and Addiction Professionals
Co-Sponsored by: Dartmouth Center on Addiction Recovery and Education
This course will bring together general healthcare providers and addiction clinical professionals. Participants will explore several topics of mutual interest, described below, from the perspective of the chronic illness model of addiction and seeking partnerships to improve care. Opportunities will be provided to engage in discussion of strategies to collaborate and refer between general healthcare settings and addiction treatment settings to provide the best possible care for clients.

Topics will include current issues of mutual interest, including:

• Screening, intervention, and referral for treatment for unhealthy substance use in diverse general health settings (SBIRT initiatives) – roles for counselors, nurses, and doctors;
• Role of medications in recovery and the prevention of relapse: alcohol and other non-opioids, opioid maintenance therapies, and drugs on the horizon;
• Pain and prescription opioid misuse; and
• Improving care for patients with addictions: collaborative care arrangements between general healthcare providers and addiction professionals

Seddon R. Savage, M.D., FASAM is a clinician, educator and policy consultant in the fields of addiction medicine and pain medicine. She earned her MD from Dartmouth Medical School in 1980. A board certified anesthesiologist, she was certified in addiction medicine by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) in 1990 and is an elected fellow of ASAM. She earned a certificate of added qualifications (CAQ) in pain medicine from the American Board of Anesthesiology (1992) and is certified in pain medicine by the American Academy of Pain Medicine (1996). Dr. Savage has held a number of national leadership positions in addiction medicine and pain medicine. She is an Associate Professor on the adjunct faculty of Dartmouth Medical School (DMS), has directed the Dartmouth Center on Addiction Recovery and Education (DCARE) since September 2004, and has variously taught medical students, residents and fellows in Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) system since 1987. Dr. Savage is a frequently invited speaker at regional, national and international meetings and has led numerous workshops and conferences on substance abuse issues and pain. She has participated in media briefings and panels on substance abuse and pain issues at the request of different organizations, including the AMA, the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse of Columbia University (CASA), the National Institutes of Drug Abuse and the American Society of Law Medicine and Ethics.