March CRAFT-based events and new groups!

March CRAFT-based Events and New Groups for Family Members!

These groups and events will help you learn and practice the skills that CRAFT-based approaches have to offer alongside others who are also struggling with a loved one’s substance or alcohol use.

Come learn the skills and perspectives that help improve communication, increase connection, and invite change in your family while taking care of yourself in the process!

Which of the following events are you curious about?

March Events

Invitation to Change Workshop for Families & Loved Ones

Saturday, Mar 2nd
9:30 am EST | 6:30 am PST

4.5 hour online workshop with Beyond Addiction co-author Dr. Nicole Kosanke. Learn more.

Family Mondays: (Parents/Families) Treatment Options and How to Best Suggest Them

Monday, Mar 4th
6:00 pm EST | 3:00 pm PST

One-hour, topic-driven, online learning and support session for parents and families with Dr. Kosanke. Learn more.

Beyond Addiction Study Group

Mondays: Mar 4th - April 8th
8:00 pm EST | 5:00 pm PST

Online study group of four one-hour sessions from the Hopestream Community. Learn more.

Family Mondays: (Spouses/Partners) Special Considerations for Partners in Treatment Options and How to Best Suggest Them

Monday, Mar 11th
6:00 pm EDT | 3:00 pm PDT

One-hour, topic-driven, online learning and support session for parents and families with Dr. Kosanke. Learn more.

Parent Success 6-Week Workshop: Level 1

Mondays: Mar 11th - April 15th
7:00 pm EDT | 4:00 pm PDT

Interactive online workshop with several bonuses led by Certified CRAFT Provider, Gail Embt. Learn more.

Invitation to Change Information Call: Support for Families Facing Addiction in New York State

Wednesday, Mar 13th
6:00 pm EDT | 3:00 pm PDT

Online informational session about ITC and upcoming Parent Group in April for NYS residents. FREE Learn more.

How to Influence your Loved One towards Recovery

Wednesday Mar 20th
6:00 pm EDT | 3:00 pm PDT

One-hour online talk with Cordelia Kraus, LPC. FREE Learn more.

New Ongoing Groups

Workshop Wednesdays: Virtual Parent Support Group

Every Wednesday (starting Mar 13th)
9:00 pm EDT | 6:00 pm PDT

Online weekly 1-hour group for parents of 13-17 year olds led by Sarah Pollack & Quinn Faison. FREE. Learn more.

Invitation to Change Parent Group

Every Tuesday (Mar 19th - June 11th )
8:30 pm EDT | 5:30 pm PDT

Online group for parents of adult children or teens, led by Cathy Taughinbaugh & Paula Brown. FREE. Learn more

Thrive: Invitation To Change Groups

Multiple FREE in-person ITC groups added. Now available in the following states:
• Colorado
• Minnesota
• Wisconsin

Other news…

Introduce CRAFT to the mental health professionals in your life!

Certified CRAFT Trainer, Lara Okoloko, has a 1 hour/1 CEU pre-recorded training for professionals to learn more about what CRAFT is, who it is for, what research says about it, and how you can use it with their clients. Learn more about the Intro to CRAFT course here. … and help spread the word to the helping professionals in your community!

Is your loved one experiencing psychosis?

McLean is recruiting for participants in a study on CRAFT for those who have a loved one experiencing substance use concerns and psychosis… click here to learn more. If you qualify you will receive free, quality CRAFT services and monetary reimbursement!

Questions?

If you need any assistance in finding CRAFT-based resources please let us know! Carey is incredibly thoughtful about finding the CRAFT-based options for concerned family members that best fit your relationship, location, and concerns.

With gratitude,
Cordelia

P.S. Interested in bringing CRAFT-based approaches into your community as a provider? Click here to learn how!