This program is curated for professionals practicing Addiction Psychiatry. Participants will explore advanced techniques in patient management from clinical experts that can be readily applied to real world clinical settings.
These on-demand sessions, developed by the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP) in collaboration with Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) and NYU School of Medicine, are a great way to keep up to date with best practices in patient management on your own schedule.
Course directors for this program are Christopher Blazes, MD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at OHSU, and David Stiffler, MD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at NYU.
On-Demand Listing
October 14, 2026
Presenter(s): Kevin E Vowles, PhD
This presentation will explore how ACT addresses the complexities of living with chronic pain by fostering willingness to experience discomfort, improved present-moment awareness, and commitment to values-based actions—even when pain and other aversive experiences persist.
September 9, 2026
Presenter(s): Brian Fuehrlein, MD
This presentation is geared towards clinicians who work with patients with substance use disorders. It will first provide a brief overview of the disease model of addiction as a foundation. Then there will be a clinically-focused discussion of Alcoholics Anonymous and SMART Recovery with time for audience questions.
August 12, 2026
Presenter(s): Ariela Vasserman, Psy.D.
This presentation will provide an overview of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the first-line, evidence-based treatment for chronic insomnia. Participants will review the empirical support for CBT-I, learn the core components of treatment, and gain practical guidance on assessment and implementation in clinical practice. The webinar will also examine the role of CBT-I in patients with co-occurring psychiatric conditions, with a particular focus on substance use disorders, highlighting its potential to improve sleep, support recovery, and reduce reliance on sleep medications.
June 10, 2026
Presenter(s): Rocco Iannucci, MD and Caroline Ferreira, Psy.D
People with Borderline Personality Disorder are commonly treated in settings that are primarily focused on Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment, representing over 25% of patients by some estimates. Addiction treatment providers benefit from knowledge about how best to help this important group of people. This webinar will review the evidence supporting different clinical approaches, and provide practical strategies that can be implemented in a variety of SUD treatment settings.
May 13, 2026
Presenter(s): Lisa Goldfarb, MD
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured psychotherapy that helps people heal from trauma and disturbing life experiences by reducing the emotional intensity of painful memories. It uses bilateral stimulation--such as eye movements, taps, or sounds-- while recalling distressing events to help the brain reprocess memories.
April 8, 2026
Presenter(s): Theresa B. Moyers, PhD
This presentation will focus on the research addressing therapist impact in delivering behavioral treatments (as opposed to the impact of the treatments themselves). We will discuss evidence for therapist effects as well as discussing specific, learnable skills that are associated with better client outcomes.
March 11, 2026
Presenter(s): Keith Humphreys, OBE, PhD
This presentation will explore the role of self-help groups in the treatment and recovery process for individuals with substance use disorders.
December 10, 2025
Presenter(s): Danica Love Brown, MSW, CACIII, PhD
This presentation delves into cultural considerations when working with Tribal communities, emphasizing the profound impact of historical trauma and ancestor memory, and the importance of culturally grounded approaches to healing. Participants will gain an understanding of trauma's effects on the whole person, particularly historical, intergenerational trauma and ancestral wisdom, on Tribal communities.
October 8, 2025
Presenter(s): Brian Borsari, PhD
Learn how to move conversations about substance use from uncertainty to action. In this practical, skill-building session, Dr. Borsari will demonstrate how to: Recognize and respond to patient language around change; Elicit and strengthen intrinsic motivation to reduce substance use; Collaboratively develop a personalized, actionable change plan. This session is ideal for healthcare professionals seeking evidence-based communication strategies to support patients navigating substance use challenges.
September 10, 2025
Presenter(s): Brian Borsari, PhD
Improve how you connect with patients who feel stuck or uncertain about change. Join Dr. Borsari in this upcoming webinar where he’ll share practical Motivational Interviewing (MI) strategies to help you: Engage more effectively with patients; Navigate ambivalence around behavior change; Avoid resistance and build trust through collaboration. Whether you're new to MI or looking to sharpen your skills, this session will offer actionable techniques you can apply right away.