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Treatment of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder with Addictions, Utilizing a Twelve-Step Program as an Adjunctive to Psychotherapy
Research suggests that, when treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which is at the core of symptomatology of complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) and co-morbid addictions, participation in a twelve-step program early in the treatment process decreases the likelihood of relapse.

The Use of the Dyadic Affective-State Relationship (ASR) in the Treatment of the Post-Traumatic Stress Disordered Adult Molested as a Child
An approach to therapy used with adult patients who were molested as children (AMACs) who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

CPTSD and Addictive Disorders
The twelve-step program as an adjunctive to the treatment for CPTSD and addictive disorders increases the patients capacity to experience a process of socially supportive action resulting in the interactive experience of helping others.

GPASC – Sexual & Physical Trauma with
Possible Dissociation & Addictions
Attendees will have the opportunity to experience a practical approach for conducting group psychotherapy for those with PTSD/CPTSD/ and Addictions. This approach will offer a perspective for dealing with “trauma clusters” which are frequently present with the PTSD/CPTSD/Addicted population.