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0827_ABSMC_PGR: Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Substance Use Disorders – Working with Goals from Moderation to Abstinence_Live
Description:
Learners attending this session will gain practical knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques for treating substance use disorders, with a focus on supporting patient goals ranging from moderation to abstinence. The session will cover core CBT principles, effective strategies for preparing clients for change, and methods for addressing unhelpful thinking and common barriers in clinical practice. Participants will also explore ways to tailor interventions to diverse populations and integrate compassionate, patient-centered care into their approach. By the end of the session, clinicians will be equipped with actionable tools to enhance patient engagement and improve treatment outcomes.
Assembly Bills 1195 & 241- Culturally Appropriate Care which is Free of Implicit Biases:
Learners are strongly encouraged to engage in self-directed learning related to the impact of implicit biases in this clinical area via the references provided below:
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)/Cultural or Linguistic Considerations:
Maynard, Madison, et al. "Perceived financial vulnerability, wealth, and wealth change: The health and retirement study." Clinical Gerontologist 48.3 (2025): 440-448.
Implicit Bias Considerations (as it relates to the content):
Nguyen, Annie L., et al. "Perceived types, causes, and consequences of financial exploitation: Narratives from older adults." The Journals of Gerontology: Series B 76.5 (2021): 996-1004
Target Audience
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Nurse, Registered (RN)
Physicians (MD or DO)
Physician Assistant (PA)
Psychologists
Social Workers
Other Healthcare Professionals
Students of Health Professions
Learning Objectives
After attending this activity, learners will be able to:
1. Recognize the core principles of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and its application to substance use disorders (SUD).
2. Discuss effective CBT techniques for preparing clients for change, addressing unhelpful thinking, and supporting recovery goals.
3. Explain practical strategies for tailoring CBT to diverse patient populations and overcoming common implementation challenges.
Disclosure of Financial or In-Kind Commercial Support & Conflict of Interest
No one else involved in the planning or presentation of this educational activity have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. No financial or in-kind commercial support was received to produce or promote this educational activity.
– Provider Designee/Verification: Fozia Ferozali, Ed.D
In support of improving patient care, Sutter Health, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Designation Statement
Sutter Health designates this LIVE activity for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for physicians, 1.50 continuing professional development contact hours for nurses and 1.50 general continuing education credits for social workers. Learners should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Note to Other Disciplines: Non-Physician Participation Credit (AKA - AMA PRA Category 1 Credits HOURS™) Continuing Medical Education is acceptable for meeting the continuing education requirements for Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists, Registered Nurses, and Respiratory Care Practitioners. For other disciplines, please check with the regulatory board for your discipline to confirm what type of credits meet the continuing education requirements. Continuing education hours for nurses accredited by ANCC, via Joint Accreditation.
Attendance & Credit Claiming
Text the 6-letter attendance verification code to (916) 866-7913 to claim credit.
Available Credit
- 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Physician Credit
Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 1.50 Non-Physician Participation Credit
Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.50 Non-Physician Participation Credit. Non-Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits HOURS™ Continuing Medical Education is acceptable for meeting the continuing education requirements for Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists, Registered Nurses, and Respiratory Care Practitioners. For other disciplines, please check with the regulatory board for your discipline to confirm what type of credits meet the continuing education requirements. Continuing education hours for nurses accredited by ANCC, via Joint Accreditation.
- 1.50 ANCC
Nursing Credit - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.50 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 1.50 ASWB-ACE
Social Work Credit
As a Jointly Accredited Organization, Sutter Health is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this course receive 1.50 continuing education credits.
- 1.50 CA BRN
Nursing Credit - California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN)
This activity is approved for 1.50 contact hour(s) by Sutter Health, which is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing. (Provider Number 17182). Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. - 1.50 IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.50 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.