Courses

Recovery is a multi-faceted journey, intertwining the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of an individual’s life. In this 1.5-hour course, you’ll gain access to the essential elements of a recovery journey from Dr. Jo-Hanna Ivers and Dr. David Best, leading researchers on addiction and recovery in the UK.  This course is tailored for healthcare […]

Explore the multifaceted world of addiction in this 1.5-hour course that intersects various disciplines from biology to sociology. This course demystifies some aspects of the disease model of addiction with a featured interview with Dr. Kevin McCauley, a medical doctor whose own recovery journey led him into research on how substances affect the brain. You’ll […]

Learning is an integral component of Recovery Communities. This 1-hour course examines diverse learning methods that are crucial in the transformative journey. The course also highlights how the community itself facilitates various forms of learning, contributing significantly to the therapeutic process. By the end of this experience, you’ll deepen your awareness of the principles, benefits, […]

What is the impact of peer and staff relationships on the culture and environment of a therapeutic community? This 1-hour course focuses on the critical dynamics between peers and staff in Recovery Communities. It explores how mutual trust, understanding, and effective communication are foundational to these relationships, offering key insights into fostering positive and therapeutically […]

In order for members to get the desired therapeutic benefit from a Recovery Community, a strong sense of community and its underlying values of teamwork and respect must be integrated into the culture and physical environment. To achieve this, the Recovery Community must consider and implement approaches for its structure, governance, and its physical environment. […]

A fundamental aspect of Therapeutic Communities is the concept of “Community as Method”. This 1-hour course explores how the community, its members, and the day-to-day operations, all support behavioral change and personal growth. By the end of this course, you’ll develop a thorough understanding of the historical context and philosophical underpinnings of “community as method,” including […]

Therapeutic Living Units (TLUs) and Transitional Service (TS) programs offer recovery-oriented services focused on rehabilitation, recovery, and personal growth. This 1-hour course will deepen your understanding of both TLU and TS programs within correctional settings. You’ll walk away with a better grasp of the principles and practices of Therapeutic Living Units and the program structure. […]

The Recovery Community model emphasizes a structured, phased approach for transformative recovery. This self-directed, 1-hour course walks you through the stages of treatment, from initial orientation to community transition. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of the goals and therapeutic approaches for each stage. You’ll also gain an appreciation for the activities that support […]