Medical Marijuana: Use and Our Patients and Clients 2.0 (Self-Study)
Self-Study
KEY INFORMATION:
This course is eligible for 1 CEU for Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors (CASACs), and Psychologists in New York State
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Regardless of which patients and clients we work with, learning the essentials of medical marijuana will enhance your overall skills as a mental health provider. You will master the latest on science to work with your patients and clients in a more effective way, in a more efficient way, and in a more collaborative and engaging way.
Medical Marijuana for the treatment of neurological disorders has caused a level of excitement in patients and in providers that is rarely seen. For so many, where medications have failed them, marijuana has given them a reason to look to the future with optimism. In this webinar we explore the mechanism of action of medical marijuana, the endocannabinoid system, and issues surrounding marijuana including changing attitudes.
Please join us, arm yourself with tools, enhance your practice, and the lives of your patients, clients, and their families.
Join the SWEET Institute and Dr. Philippe Douyon, an expert in the field of Neurology and Neuroscience, and you will have an:
- Understanding of the endocannabinoid system.
- Understanding of the potential impact that marijuana has on the brain.
- Understanding of the changing attitudes regarding legalization.
- Understanding of how to talk to your patients and clients about the use of Medical Marijuana.
Dr. Philippe Douyon, MD
Philippe Douyon, MD is a board certified Neurologist whose devotion to improving the health and quality of life of his patients has led to a new practice model designed to enhance the patient experience. By combining traditional therapies to neurological diseases and individualized exercise regimens, Dr. Douyon has created a comprehensive treatment plan designed to heal the underlying disease process. His company, The Inle BrainFit Institute™, is a lifestyle medical brand, that not only uses medical treatments and exercise, but also technology to allow everyone to be more active players in the fight against neurological diseases. Dr. Douyon has recently launched an app, Dr. Douyon’s BrainFit™, which is a game that teaches people about the impact that nutrition and exercise has on their overall health and especially the health of their brains.
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Your Facilitator and Co-Facilitator
Mardoche Sidor, MD, is a Harvard-trained Quadruple Board Certified Psychiatrist, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University, School of Physicians and Surgeons, trained in and taught all major psychotherapeutic modalities, including and not limited to CBT, DBT, Family Systems, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. He is also the author of 11 books including Journey to Empowerment, Discovering Your Worth, The Power of Faith. and, The Art of Living. Dr. Sidor has worked both as a primary care physician and Medical Director in three different settings, including a Chief Medical Officer of the Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES). He is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute. His 11th book, entitled, NLP for Clinicians is now available to the public.
Karen Dubin, PhD, LCSW, is a Columbia-trained Social Worker with wide clinical, teaching, and supervision experience. She also has a background in management, mentorship, and leadership that spans more than 20 years. Her added passion is in advocacy and coaching. She has previously held Executive level positions, and two other directorships in different organizations. She is currently Adjunct Faculty at Columbia University School of Social Work and Adelphi University School of Social Work. She also maintains a private practice, provides supervision, and clinical and management training. She is also a personal and executive-level coach. She is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute.