Phillip Resnick, M.D. Director, Division of Forensic Psychiatry, Case Western Reserve School of Medicine. An internationally known forensic psychiatrist, noted for his expertise in clinical prediction of violence. He has provided consultation and/or expert witness testimony in many high profile cases - Andrea Yates, Amy Grossberg, Jeffrey Dahmer, and others.

This half-day session is designed to provide a practical map through the marshy minefield of uncertainty in risk assessment for violence. Recent research is used to help clinicans do better "dangerous" assessments in persons with delusions, command hallucinations, premenstrual tension and homosexual panic. A fast moving, well organized, humorous presentation packed with vital information.

Judi Hollis, Ph.D. Clinical Consultant, Palm Springs Serenity Retreat. Author, Fat is a Family Affair; Fat & Furious; Hot & Heavy; and now From Bagels to Buddha.

Clearly, diet conscious westerners know everything about WHAT to eat, but know nothing about HOW. People continue to struggle with weight problems, because they have learned nothing about HOW to eat - How to Dine with Dignity. At this luncheon you gain skills in trusting an inner wisdom, making friends with a powerful, personal, sensual self.

Donald Meichenbaum, Ph.D. Distinguished Professor Emeritus, University of Waterloo. Research Director, The Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention & the Treatment of Victims of Violence.

An examination of risk & protective factors, especially the role of cognition and social supports that contribute to the development of persistent PTSD, are considered. The practical, therapeutic implications of this model are considered and video tape case presentations are offered.

Donald Meichenbaum, Ph.D.

Following a consideration of how angry and aggressive behavior develops, a cognitive-behavioral treatment approach is considered. Road rage, family violence, and aggressive behavior often accompany PTSD, substance abuse and depression. Demonstrations of how to treat individuals with comorbid problems is presented.

Dr. Cloe Madanes A world-renowned innovator and teacher of family and brief therapy and one of the originiators of the strategic approach to family therapy. Author of 5 books that are classics in the field: Strategic Family Therapy; Behind the One-Way Mirror; Sex, Love, and Violence; The Secret Meaning of Money; and The Violence of Men.

A systemic model for understanding domestic violence, adolescent violence, child abuse and neglect. This presentation focuses on intervention strategies including community resources, and cultural factors. Video tapes will be used to demonstrate specific principles and skills.

Dr. Cloe Madanes

Eight strategies for working with difficult couples.

Michael Leeds, Ph.D. International and Community Mental Health. Trainer/Consultant, Eugene, Oregon.

Michael Leeds, Ph.D.

Terry Real, MSW Founder, Relational Recovery Institute, 2002. Faculty, Family Institute of Cambridge; Author of the bestseller I Don't Want to Talk About It.

For a half a century, close to half of all American marriages crash and burn. How is it that millions of individuals can be good workers, friends, parents - and yet fail at their most intimate relationship? And, why is it that the field of couple's therapy has so far done little to alter these gram statistics? A radical new approach will be introduced by Terry that aims to: empower the woman, and reconnect the man with a startling and liberating therapeutic truthfulness.

Terry Real, MSW

This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of Relational Recovery Therapy - a radical approach to couple's therapy. The workshop looks closely at the art of therapeutic truth telling and roughly follows the phases of treatment: Empowering the woman; connecting the man; relational "diagnosis"; dealing with prerequisites for intimacy; describing a new vision of love; learning relational skills; amplifying progress; building a relational subculture.

Fred Luskin, Ph.D. Director, Stanford Forgiveness Project. Author, Forgive for Good: A Prescription for Health & Happiness, Harper, 2002. Associate Professor, Institute for Transpersonal Psychology.

This presentation of the results of the Stanford Forgiveness Project establishes implications for forgiveness therapy for emotions, physical and relationship well-being.

Patrick J. Barrasso, MSW, CISW Founder/Director, In Balance, an intensive outpatient substance abuse program for adolescents and adults. Founder/Director, In Balance Ranch Academy, a residential boarding school for adolescent substance abuse (boys 13-17 years of age).

Domestic Violence & Partner Abuse
- 7 Continuing Education Hours -
- Fulfill Your Licensing Requirements for Domestic Violence -

Participants are challenged to revisit pre-conceived notions about domestic violence offerenders, and are offered a comprehensive review of the origins of domestic violence and the typologies of partner abusers.

This session focuses on the political controversies in the field of domestic violence and offers participants specific strategies for group, individual, and couple interventions. The effects of domestic violence on children is reviewed. Participants should be prepared to hear new and controversial perspectives on these complex issues.

Jerry Harmon, CADAC, CSAC International workshop facilitator, trainer, addictions counselor. Specializing in Experiential Therapies - challenge courses. Jerry has worked extensively with natife and aboriginal populations throughout North America, as well as, with coporate and peer groups. Note: Comfortable clothing and tennis shoes are strongly recommended.

There is a movement in the field toward more interactive and dynamic modalities for patients. This all day workshop demonstrates the application of experiential/adventure therapies techniques for clinicians working with groups.

Through active participation and lecture, attendees learn some basic experiential/adventure activities, how to process them, safety and ethical guidelines.