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19MH013 - Behavioral Treatment of Chronic Pain: Evidence-Based Tools to Move from Hurt to Hope

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19MH013 - Behavioral Treatment of Chronic Pain: Evidence-Based Tools to Move from Hurt to Hope

Location

Mountain Area Health Education Center
121 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803-2868

Dates & Times

Nov 29, 2018 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM

Contact

Do you have event related questions or need help with registration?

Online registration is now closed. Walk-in are welcome.

Across the nation, healthcare providers are taking another look at how to safely and effectively treat pain while also reducing the risks associated with opioids. It is estimated that 100 million people in the U.S. are living with chronic pain and that approximately 1/3 of these individuals are seeking medical treatment for their pain.

Pain management has typically not been a part of behavioral health practice but research and clinical practice are demonstrating that behavioral interventions are the most effective treatment for chronic pain. The CDC recently put out guidelines that highlight the opioid epidemic and its tragic consequences, along with recommendations for treating chronic pain. Behavioral treatment is the most effective treatment and should be tried prior to prescribing opioids.

More behavioral health providers with expertise in behavioral interventions for pain management are needed to combat the opioid epidemic. This interactive and cutting-edge training will provide participants with innovative and evidence-based tools and techniques to expand their clinical practice and treat chronic pain. Participants will gain the skills and confidence needed to provide practical and life-changing interventions to help individuals manage chronic pain and enjoy active, healthy and meaningful lives.

Can't make this date? This program is also offered on March 8th, 2019- Click HERE for details and to register!


By registering for this program, you are granting permission for your contact information to be shared with Community Care of Western North Carolina, which is a collaborator on this continuing education event.

Audience

Behavioral health professionals including psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, substance abuse counselors, and others interested in this topic.

Objectives

check Define pain and its emotional aspects
check List risks of opioid medications
check Demonstrate mindful approaches for chronic pain
check Describe and map out the chronic pain cycle
check Utilize effective components of the cognitive-behavioral treatment of chronic pain

Fees

Cancellation Policy

Early Registration Fee

$65.00

Early Registration Fee - Student (Proof of enrollment required at check-in)

$35.00

Early Registration Fee - MAHEC Employee

FREE

Registration Fee

$80.00

Registration Fee - Student (Proof of enrollment required at check-in)

$50.00

Speakers

Martha H. Teater, MA, LMFT, LCAS, LPC

Additional Resources

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Cancellation Policy

MAHEC has a pay-up-front policy for all CE programs. The only exceptions will be for pre-approved programs where an individual payment plan is appropriate. Registrations received without accompanying payment will not be processed and participants who have not paid the course fee will not be admitted into the program.

Unless otherwise noted in course materials, the following cancellation policy applies to all programs:

  • Cancellations must be in writing (fax, email, or mail).
  • Cancellations received more than 2 weeks prior to the event will receive 100% refund.
  • Cancellations received between two weeks and two full business days prior to the first day of the event are refunded at 70% of the registration fee subject to a minimum $25 cancellation fee.
  • No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received less than two full business days prior to the event.
  • No vouchers will be issued in lieu of a refund.
  • Transfers/substitute(s) are welcome (please notify us in advance of the program).
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