Presenting a Novel Psychosocial Approach to Reducing Cravings based upon the research of Dr Judson Brewer. Neuroscientist, Addiction Psychiatrist. This session will uncover how neuroscience and mindfulness can rewire addictive behaviors for lasting change.
Objectives
Understand the need for novel psychosocial approaches to working with cravings
Discover how mindfulness training can disrupt—even hack—the brain’s reward-based learning system that drives substance use
Gain clear, actionable insights to begin applying this model in your work with clients
About Tommy
Tommy is a behavioral health executive and clinician in private practice. He has over 10 years of experience working in behavioral health treatment. Tommy holds a master’s degree in psychology from William James College, is an independently licensed clinician in Massachusetts, and a certified clinical trauma professional. His career has involved providing direct clinical care to individuals with substance use disorders; providing brief interventions and critical incident response as a state employee assistance professional; and working in executive leadership roles in the behavioral health industry. He has recently entered the non-profit space as clinical advisor at Mindshift Recovery, a digital therapeutic for addiction recovery embedded within a national recovery community and peer support.
