Resources for the SUD Counselor

Upcoming Events • Useful Links • Payment Portal

CADTP.org

The membership website for CADTP.org

Department of Health Care Services

The official website of the California Department of Healthcare Services.

SAMSHA

The official website of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA)

ASAM

Official website of the American Society of Addiction Medicine.

National Institute on Drug Abuse

Informational website for the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

DUI MAT Integration/Outreach Project

The official website of the DUI MAT Integration/Outreach Project. A partnership between DHCS, CADTP, and the MAT Expansion Project.

California MAT Expansion Project

The official website of the California MAT Expansion program.

California Opioid Dashboard

The California Opioid Dashboard. Statistic on overdose deaths by County, and more.

Evolution of Certification

CADTP Counselor Survey Responses 2022

The process was simple. I was able to secure an internship as soon as I became registered. I work a full time job and intern afterward and hope to transition soon to full-time counseling. Thank you for your help in achieving my goals!

I refer all colleagues to CADTP because I KNOW they will have a better experience. You guys have been able to streamline what can be a stressful and anxiety producing process. I love how your communication is prompt and direct, and always solution focused. CADTP is honestly one of the better companies I have dealt with in any capacity, and I mean that sincerely- I appreciate your support and am hoping you guys are around for a long time!

Customer service is Great! Even during the pandemic, staff got back to me within 24 hrs. I asked questions and they were very patient with me.

It was a pleasure to work with CADTP. The experience was helpful and completed with ease. When I emailed for assistance I received a response the same day. Everybody was a pleasure to work with that I encountered.

 

 

Payment Portal

Make payments and upload documents.

Resources for Counselors

TAP 21

Addiction Counseling Competencies. The Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes of Professional Practice.

Motivational Interviewing

A downloadable resource for Motivational Interviewing.

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)

Information related to Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).

Cannabis Awareness & Prevention Toolkit

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National Drug Court Month Toolkit

NADCP’s National Drug Court Month Toolkit has everything you need to make May a success.

Substance Use Disorder County Access Lines

A complete list of phone numbers and contact information for all California County SUD Treatment Access Lines.

CADTP Certification Fees

List of processing fees for each application

Join CADTP Counselor Newsletter
CADTP Newsletter Archives

BLOG

Relevant Articles and Resources for the SUD Counselor.

Webinar Recordings

Watch the CADTP Webinar Series recordings here.

Certification Resources

Continuing Education Bulletin 13-03

CADTP requirements for continuing education units (CEU’s) due at renewal.

Counselor Regulations 2006

A downloadable resource for Counselor Regulations.

CADTP Uniform Disciplinary Guidelines

Guidelines for ethics violations

DHCS AOD Certification Standards
BH Information Notice 20-006 AOD Program Certification Standards
MHSUDS Information Notice 18-035 Oversight of Certifying Organizations

A downloadable resource: MHSUDS Information Notice 18-035 Oversight of Certifying Organizations 

IC&RC ADC Candidate Guide

Candidate Guide for the IC&RC Alcohol and Drug Counselor Examination.

CADTP Counselor's 2019 Survey Results

Results for CADTP’s 2019 Counselor Survey.

CADTP Counselor's 2020 Survey Results

2020 CADTP Counselors’ Survey

CADTP Counselor's 2021 Survey Results

CADTP’s Annual Survey Results for 2021.

CADTP Counselor's 2022 Survey Results

CADTP’s Annual Survey Results for 2022.

Calendar of Upcoming Events

In addition to CADTP events, CADTP posts non-CADTP events as a service to our Counselors. CADTP is not responsible for non-CADTP events including, but not limited to, registration, payments, or outcomes. Links to registration and payment are included in the event listing as available. To submit an event for posting, go to: Submit an Event.

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  • CHP Drug Impairment Intervention Training
    All day
    August 11, 2022-August 12, 2022
    Overview:

    With approximately 118,000 individuals enrolling in Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) programs annually, there is an opportunity to expand intervention and outreach amongst individuals with underlying opioid use disorder (OUD) and/or substance use disorder (SUD). In addition to DUI programs serving as intervention programs, others working in and around the SUD field with the knowledge and ability to promptly recognize drug impairment are at a greater advantage to provide those at-risk with an opportunity for immediate intervention and direction to appropriate services to assist individuals seeking recovery services and support. The California Highway Patrol (CHP), Impaired Driving Section (IDS), will deliver training intended to increase awareness of physiologic signs and symptoms associated with drug use and impairment, with an emphasis on opioids.
    The Drug Impairment Intervention Training (DIIT) is funded through the State Opioid Response grant as part of the MAT Expansion Project from the California Department of Health Care Services.

     

    Who Should Attend:

     

    • DUI Program Staff
    • Registered/Certified Counselors
    • Licensed/Credentialed Professionals
    • Registered Interns
    • Parole/Probation Officers
    • County employees
    • Mental Health professionals
    • Medical professionals
    • Individuals whose vocation/duties bring them into contact with persons at-risk for opioid and other substance use issue
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  • CHP Drug Impairment Intervention Training
    All day
    August 12, 2022-August 12, 2022
    Overview:

    With approximately 118,000 individuals enrolling in Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) programs annually, there is an opportunity to expand intervention and outreach amongst individuals with underlying opioid use disorder (OUD) and/or substance use disorder (SUD). In addition to DUI programs serving as intervention programs, others working in and around the SUD field with the knowledge and ability to promptly recognize drug impairment are at a greater advantage to provide those at-risk with an opportunity for immediate intervention and direction to appropriate services to assist individuals seeking recovery services and support. The California Highway Patrol (CHP), Impaired Driving Section (IDS), will deliver training intended to increase awareness of physiologic signs and symptoms associated with drug use and impairment, with an emphasis on opioids.
    The Drug Impairment Intervention Training (DIIT) is funded through the State Opioid Response grant as part of the MAT Expansion Project from the California Department of Health Care Services.

     

    Who Should Attend:

     

    • DUI Program Staff
    • Registered/Certified Counselors
    • Licensed/Credentialed Professionals
    • Registered Interns
    • Parole/Probation Officers
    • County employees
    • Mental Health professionals
    • Medical professionals
    • Individuals whose vocation/duties bring them into contact with persons at-risk for opioid and other substance use issue
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  • RECOVERY: A Wholehearted Event
    All day
    August 20, 2022-August 28, 2022

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Wholehearted Publishing is hosting a week-long event focused on healing addiction & recovery. Join us for a Continuing Education workshop or FREE public talk presented by renowned experts in our field.

    A Special Offer for CADTP Members!

    Save 50% when you use code: cadtp

     

    Now’s your chance to see your favorite thought leaders from Wholehearted live and in-person for interactive workshops and presentations! Get early access to new books, and exclusive Q&As from several of our most insightful contributors.

    Presenters:

    Mark Lundholm

    Dr. Mark Pirtle

    Dr. Adriana Popescu

    Bob Tyler

    Dr. BJ Davis

    TJ Woodward

    Aven-Armstrong Sutton

    Dr. Ronald Mah

    Roland Williams

    When & Where:
    August 20 – 28, 2022
    Black Box Theater
    1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Scholarship & Financial Assistance is available
    Contact Help@Wholehearted.org for details

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  • RECOVERY: A Wholehearted Event
    All day
    August 21, 2022-August 28, 2022

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Wholehearted Publishing is hosting a week-long event focused on healing addiction & recovery. Join us for a Continuing Education workshop or FREE public talk presented by renowned experts in our field.

    A Special Offer for CADTP Members!

    Save 50% when you use code: cadtp

     

    Now’s your chance to see your favorite thought leaders from Wholehearted live and in-person for interactive workshops and presentations! Get early access to new books, and exclusive Q&As from several of our most insightful contributors.

    Presenters:

    Mark Lundholm

    Dr. Mark Pirtle

    Dr. Adriana Popescu

    Bob Tyler

    Dr. BJ Davis

    TJ Woodward

    Aven-Armstrong Sutton

    Dr. Ronald Mah

    Roland Williams

    When & Where:
    August 20 – 28, 2022
    Black Box Theater
    1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Scholarship & Financial Assistance is available
    Contact Help@Wholehearted.org for details

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  • NATIONAL FENTANYL PREVENTION AND AWARENESS DAY
    All day
    August 22, 2022

    Affected families throughout the United States are warning the public about the emergent dangers of illicit fentanyl. Advocates for victims of illicit fentanyl poisoning have been sounding the alarm and
    pleading for a whole of government response to address this deadly epidemic. As the death toll rises and more families grieve, advocates and affected family members are taking initiative where our government
    is failing to act.

    Illicit Fentanyl is 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times stronger than heroin. Drug cartels make and supply deadly illicit fentanyl either as a standalone substance, as an additive laced in  other dangerous street drugs, such as heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, or as substitutes for these drugs. Illicit fentanyl is purposely and deceptively added to other drugs because of its extreme potency, making drugs cheaper, more powerful, more addictive, and more dangerous. Illicit fentanyl has also been identified in counterfeit prescription pills. These fake pills are made to look identical to legitimate prescription pills — such as Oxycontin®, Percocet®, Vicodin®, Adderall®, Xanax® and other medicines—and have been found in every state in the country. Criminal drug networks are also harnessing the accessibility of social media to push deadly drugs into American communities.

    FACING FENTANYL
    US Centers for Disease Control Video: Protect yourself from the dangers of fentanyl
    Dead on Arrival
    National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day August 21

    For the first time in our nation’s history, over 100,000 people have died of drug overdose in a single year. Illicit fentanyl further fueled the opioid epidemic, and fentanyl poisoning and “overdose” is now the leading cause of death for adults aged 18-45 in the United States, surpassing suicide, gun violence and car accidents. Fentanyl deaths in America across all age groups doubled from 32,745 fatalities to 62,178 fatalities in the two-year period between April 2019 and April 2021. Over 150 people die every day in the United States from “overdose” poisoning related to synthetic opioids like illicit fentanyl, which means a fentanyl-related death occurs approximately every nine minutes. Tracking of deaths and poisonings has been insufficient and we believe the current data falls short of he actuality of the current crisis. National Illicit Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day is established in remembrance of the loved ones who lost their lives due to illicit fentanyl poisoning, and to acknowledge the devastation this drug brings to hundreds of thousands of affected family members and friends. Advocates and educators will use this day to raise awareness and educate the public about the dangers of fentanyl. This coordinated day of response from multiple fentanyl awareness organizations will include participation by affected families who will share their lived experiences as part of the effort to warn and inform the general public, our youth and the unsuspecting.

  • RECOVERY: A Wholehearted Event
    All day
    August 22, 2022-August 28, 2022

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Wholehearted Publishing is hosting a week-long event focused on healing addiction & recovery. Join us for a Continuing Education workshop or FREE public talk presented by renowned experts in our field.

    A Special Offer for CADTP Members!

    Save 50% when you use code: cadtp

     

    Now’s your chance to see your favorite thought leaders from Wholehearted live and in-person for interactive workshops and presentations! Get early access to new books, and exclusive Q&As from several of our most insightful contributors.

    Presenters:

    Mark Lundholm

    Dr. Mark Pirtle

    Dr. Adriana Popescu

    Bob Tyler

    Dr. BJ Davis

    TJ Woodward

    Aven-Armstrong Sutton

    Dr. Ronald Mah

    Roland Williams

    When & Where:
    August 20 – 28, 2022
    Black Box Theater
    1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Scholarship & Financial Assistance is available
    Contact Help@Wholehearted.org for details

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  • RECOVERY: A Wholehearted Event
    All day
    August 23, 2022-August 28, 2022

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Wholehearted Publishing is hosting a week-long event focused on healing addiction & recovery. Join us for a Continuing Education workshop or FREE public talk presented by renowned experts in our field.

    A Special Offer for CADTP Members!

    Save 50% when you use code: cadtp

     

    Now’s your chance to see your favorite thought leaders from Wholehearted live and in-person for interactive workshops and presentations! Get early access to new books, and exclusive Q&As from several of our most insightful contributors.

    Presenters:

    Mark Lundholm

    Dr. Mark Pirtle

    Dr. Adriana Popescu

    Bob Tyler

    Dr. BJ Davis

    TJ Woodward

    Aven-Armstrong Sutton

    Dr. Ronald Mah

    Roland Williams

    When & Where:
    August 20 – 28, 2022
    Black Box Theater
    1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Scholarship & Financial Assistance is available
    Contact Help@Wholehearted.org for details

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  • RECOVERY: A Wholehearted Event
    All day
    August 24, 2022-August 28, 2022

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Wholehearted Publishing is hosting a week-long event focused on healing addiction & recovery. Join us for a Continuing Education workshop or FREE public talk presented by renowned experts in our field.

    A Special Offer for CADTP Members!

    Save 50% when you use code: cadtp

     

    Now’s your chance to see your favorite thought leaders from Wholehearted live and in-person for interactive workshops and presentations! Get early access to new books, and exclusive Q&As from several of our most insightful contributors.

    Presenters:

    Mark Lundholm

    Dr. Mark Pirtle

    Dr. Adriana Popescu

    Bob Tyler

    Dr. BJ Davis

    TJ Woodward

    Aven-Armstrong Sutton

    Dr. Ronald Mah

    Roland Williams

    When & Where:
    August 20 – 28, 2022
    Black Box Theater
    1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Scholarship & Financial Assistance is available
    Contact Help@Wholehearted.org for details

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  • RECOVERY: A Wholehearted Event
    All day
    August 25, 2022-August 28, 2022

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Wholehearted Publishing is hosting a week-long event focused on healing addiction & recovery. Join us for a Continuing Education workshop or FREE public talk presented by renowned experts in our field.

    A Special Offer for CADTP Members!

    Save 50% when you use code: cadtp

     

    Now’s your chance to see your favorite thought leaders from Wholehearted live and in-person for interactive workshops and presentations! Get early access to new books, and exclusive Q&As from several of our most insightful contributors.

    Presenters:

    Mark Lundholm

    Dr. Mark Pirtle

    Dr. Adriana Popescu

    Bob Tyler

    Dr. BJ Davis

    TJ Woodward

    Aven-Armstrong Sutton

    Dr. Ronald Mah

    Roland Williams

    When & Where:
    August 20 – 28, 2022
    Black Box Theater
    1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Scholarship & Financial Assistance is available
    Contact Help@Wholehearted.org for details

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  • RECOVERY: A Wholehearted Event
    All day
    August 26, 2022-August 28, 2022

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Wholehearted Publishing is hosting a week-long event focused on healing addiction & recovery. Join us for a Continuing Education workshop or FREE public talk presented by renowned experts in our field.

    A Special Offer for CADTP Members!

    Save 50% when you use code: cadtp

     

    Now’s your chance to see your favorite thought leaders from Wholehearted live and in-person for interactive workshops and presentations! Get early access to new books, and exclusive Q&As from several of our most insightful contributors.

    Presenters:

    Mark Lundholm

    Dr. Mark Pirtle

    Dr. Adriana Popescu

    Bob Tyler

    Dr. BJ Davis

    TJ Woodward

    Aven-Armstrong Sutton

    Dr. Ronald Mah

    Roland Williams

    When & Where:
    August 20 – 28, 2022
    Black Box Theater
    1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Scholarship & Financial Assistance is available
    Contact Help@Wholehearted.org for details

  • Cultural Competency in Recovery Settings
    10:00 am-2:00 pm
    August 26, 2022

    AN INTERACTIVE  WORKSHOP CENTERED ON THE IMPACT OF FAMILY HISTORY, IMPLICIT BIAS AND SOCIETAL EXPERIENCES ON EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS ACROSS CULTURES AND BACKGROUND

    Receive tools that will foster better communication in recovery settings.

    CALL or EMAIL TO REGISTER OR ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS: Email Shawn Griffin, Shawn GrifLA@gmail.com Or call Kari Bower at 323.653.3332

  • Cultural Competency in Recovery Settings
    2:30 pm-6:30 pm
    August 26, 2022

    AN INTERACTIVE  WORKSHOP CENTERED ON THE IMPACT OF FAMILY HISTORY, IMPLICIT BIAS, AND SOCIETAL EXPERIENCES ON EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS ACROSS CULTURES AND BACKGROUND

    Receive tools that will foster better communication in recovery settings.

    RECEIVE (4) CEU HOURS- CEU CERTIFICATE $20

    CALL or EMAIL TO REGISTER OR ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS: Email Shawn Griffin, Shawn GrifLA@gmail.com Or call Kari Bower at 323.653.3332

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  • RECOVERY: A Wholehearted Event
    All day
    August 27, 2022-August 28, 2022

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Wholehearted Publishing is hosting a week-long event focused on healing addiction & recovery. Join us for a Continuing Education workshop or FREE public talk presented by renowned experts in our field.

    A Special Offer for CADTP Members!

    Save 50% when you use code: cadtp

     

    Now’s your chance to see your favorite thought leaders from Wholehearted live and in-person for interactive workshops and presentations! Get early access to new books, and exclusive Q&As from several of our most insightful contributors.

    Presenters:

    Mark Lundholm

    Dr. Mark Pirtle

    Dr. Adriana Popescu

    Bob Tyler

    Dr. BJ Davis

    TJ Woodward

    Aven-Armstrong Sutton

    Dr. Ronald Mah

    Roland Williams

    When & Where:
    August 20 – 28, 2022
    Black Box Theater
    1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Scholarship & Financial Assistance is available
    Contact Help@Wholehearted.org for details

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  • RECOVERY: A Wholehearted Event
    All day
    August 28, 2022-August 28, 2022

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    1075 W Capitol Ave Community Center West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Wholehearted Publishing is hosting a week-long event focused on healing addiction & recovery. Join us for a Continuing Education workshop or FREE public talk presented by renowned experts in our field.

    A Special Offer for CADTP Members!

    Save 50% when you use code: cadtp

     

    Now’s your chance to see your favorite thought leaders from Wholehearted live and in-person for interactive workshops and presentations! Get early access to new books, and exclusive Q&As from several of our most insightful contributors.

    Presenters:

    Mark Lundholm

    Dr. Mark Pirtle

    Dr. Adriana Popescu

    Bob Tyler

    Dr. BJ Davis

    TJ Woodward

    Aven-Armstrong Sutton

    Dr. Ronald Mah

    Roland Williams

    When & Where:
    August 20 – 28, 2022
    Black Box Theater
    1075 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

    Scholarship & Financial Assistance is available
    Contact Help@Wholehearted.org for details

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Dr. Jessica Rodriguez
LAADC-S, ICAADC, MAC, SUDCCIV-CS, BSP, CTRTC, CIP, CTP, CTS, FSS

Dr. Rodriguez was named the Executive Director of Gateway Corp in 2012.  Gateway Corp was developed as a non-profit, public charity and founded October 27, 2011. November 2014, she developed a clinical hub for Gateway Corp called OnSite Strategies. OnSite is also a United States Trademark.

She has held the position of CEO, Clinical Director, Lead Educator and Clinical Trainer as well as the Clinical Business Developer. She has fulfilled the roles of a clinical consultant, professional development consultant and has clinically supervised many SUD/addiction counselors, mental health professionals and addiction and family interventionists for over 12 years.

She has been active in the mental health field since 1995. She has also clinically trained throughout the US and provides clinical oversight for several organizations in California.

Dr. Rodriguez released her first book, “When the Rainbow Ends a Shadow from Heaven Appears" in 2017.” Her newest book, "The Cart, From Adversity to Collateral Beauty" is scheduled to be released in the Fall of 2022.

Dr. Rodriguez is currently a writer for Rapporteur Magazine. Her focus is about Mental Wellness also covered topics to include ACE's, trauma, anxiety, and Systemic Racism.

Adriana Popescu, Ph.D.

Dr. Adriana Popescu is a licensed clinical psychologist and empowerment coach with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in treating addictions and trauma, and has directed a number of treatment programs in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is the Founder and CEO of Firebird Healing, a trauma healing program, and the Clinical Director at Avery Lane, an innovative and holistic treatment program for women with co-occurring addiction and mental health disorders and trauma.

Adriana has contributed to a number of books, including TJ Woodward's Conscious Being Workbook, the Conscious Recovery for Addiction and Conscious Recovery for Mental Health Workbooks, and the Conscious Creation Workbook, all of which she co-authored with him.

She has a private practice in San Francisco and travels around the world speaking, coaching, and facilitating transformational and empowering workshops. She also hosts a fascinating podcast called Kaleidoscope of Possibilities – Alternative Perspectives on Mental Health.

Adriana loves to bring the most innovative and effective tools to her work, empowering people to overcome their imagined limitations, release their self-judgments, and discover the brilliance within – creating a life of infinite possibilities.

Her first book, “What If You’re Not as F*cked Up As You Think”, was released in October.

Aven Armstrong-Sutton, Ph.D(c), RSW

Clinical Services Manager at Kinark Child and Family Services

Aven L. Armstrong-Sutton has been a practicing licensed social worker for over a decade. With diverse experience in settings such as health promotion, foster care, youth homelessness, outpatient mental health & addictions, and student support services, Aven currently serves as a Clinical Services Manager at Kinark Child and Family Services, managing a Live-In-Treatment Program and three outpatient treatment programs. Maintaining a part-time private practice, Aven’s multidisciplinary and integrative approach focuses on trauma and resilience among under-served communities.

June Price Tangney, Ph.D

Dr. Tangney received her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from UCLA. She is currently University Professor and Professor of Psychology at George Mason. She is a Recipient of International Society for Self and Identity’s Distinguished Lifetime Career Award and Fellow of the Association of Psychological Science and of APA’s Division of Personality and Social Psychology.

Dr. Tangney is coauthor (with Ronda Dearing) of Shame and Guilt, coeditor (with Ronda Dearing) of Shame in the Therapy Hour, coeditor (with Jess Tracy and Richard Robins) of The self-conscious emotions: Theory and research, and coeditor (with Mark Leary) of the Handbook of Self and Identity. She has served as Associate Editor for Self and Identity, Consulting Editor for Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, Psychological Assessment, Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, and Journal of Personality, and is currently Associate Editor of American Psychologist.

Her research on the development and implications of moral emotions has been funded by NIDA, NICHD, NSF, and the John Templeton Foundation. Currently, her work focuses on moral emotions among incarcerated offenders. She draws on theory and research in psychology and criminology to develop novel interventions that leverage inmates’ moral emotions and prosocial values. A recipient of GMU’s Teaching Excellence Award, Dr. Tangney strives to integrate service, teaching and clinically-relevant research in both the classroom and her lab.

Christina Veselak, MS, LMFT, CN

Founder and Director of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition

Christina T. Veselak, MS, LMFT, CN, is the founder and director of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition, which teaches practitioners around the world how to use diet, along with amino acid and nutrient therapy, to help prevent cravings and recurrent drug use. She has been a licensed psychotherapist working in the SUD treatment field since 1985 and a certified nutritionist specializing in mental health and addiction recovery since 1993.

Sean Bezdek, LMFT, MBA

Sean is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience working in mental health and substance abuse settings, in inpatient, PHP, and private practice. He holds b a master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Philips Institute and an MBA from Baker College.

Sean’s clinical practice has specialized in working with Personality Disorders, Couples, Adolescents, and individual suffering from chronic mental illness. As a clinician Sean enjoys working with clients who can be resistant to traditional treatment and believes in the philosophy of “You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make them drink. BUT you can feed them saltines to make them thirsty!”

Sean is the Program Director for Akua Mind Body’s Sacramento inpatient mental health program. His prior leadership experience includes oversight of acute inpatient, utilization management, hospice/palliative care, home health and skilled nursing. Sean’s approach to management is to ensure the work that needs to get done gets done. “Our job is patient care. This include everything from making coffee to running groups. There is not one person who is more important that the other when it comes to providing exceptional care to the clients we serve.”