Clinical Tools for Working Openly, Ethically, and Effectively

Most clinicians encounter substance use and compulsive behaviors regularly—but were never trained to work with them directly. As a result, many feel uncertain, avoidant, or overly cautious when these issues arise, even though they are already present in a large portion of their caseload.

This course addresses that gap directly. It offers a flexible, evidence-aligned approach that helps clinicians keep clients talking about the behaviors they are most ashamed of—so real therapeutic work can happen, even when risk and ambivalence are present.

Who this is for

• Psychotherapists who feel unprepared or stuck when substance use enters the room

• Clinicians working with compulsions, mixed goals, or ongoing use

• Practitioners seeking ethical, non-coercive ways to address risk

What you’ll gain

• Language that reduces shame and invites honesty

• Skills for making steady, realistic progress with stigmatized behaviors

• Greater confidence when risk and ambiguity arise

• Stronger therapeutic relationships and reduced dropout

Certification

The program includes testing and an official Harm Reduction Psychotherapy for Addiction & Compulsions certification taught by Dr. Andrew Tatarsky.