In Australia, explore addiction as a relational pattern. Our CPD courses offer a psychological model of change and inner transformation.
Australian psychologists and counsellors who feel uncertain about working with addiction can use this course as a starting point. Dan Wolf, a psychologist and Co-Founder and Clinical Director of Houghton House Addiction Facility, draws on decades of clinical experience to describe addiction as a relational and behavioural pattern rather than a diagnostic label. He outlines a model of change centred on the client's inner process and the internalisation of change. No specialist training is required, and the course is approved by the Australian Counselling Association for CPD hours.
Addiction is a common issue encountered across all areas of psychological practice—but many clinicians feel uncertain about how to approach it. In this insightful introductory webinar, psychologist Dan Wolf, Co-Founder and Clinical Director of Houghton House Addiction Facility, offers a psychologically grounded perspective on working with addiction.
Drawing from decades of clinical experience, Dan presents a nuanced definition of addiction, emphasising the individual's relationship with the substance or behaviour. He introduces a transformational model of change that prioritises the internal psychological journey of the client, rather than just symptom control.
This talk empowers psychologists and health professionals with the conceptual tools to begin working confidently with addiction in general practice—no specialist training required.
Sections
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:
Understand addiction beyond diagnostic labels, as a relational and behavioural pattern
Describe a psychologically informed model of change in addiction recovery
Recognise the importance of inner transformation in sustaining behavioural change
Begin applying key concepts in therapeutic settings involving addiction-related issues
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