An Introduction to Working with Addiction

United Kingdom · CPD points & talks · Psychologists

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

• Defining Addiction
• Model of Change
• The Inner Journey
• Internalisation of Change

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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