A 4-hour training with Dr. Mark Hicks
June 21, 2024
8:30am-1:00pm
PRESENTATION: In the recovery process, one of the often-unseen hazards is the process of grief. Just as addiction or compulsive behavior is being managed, grief can emerge as the factor that brings hardship and even disaster to needed relationships. This training will explore recovery through the lens of grief and its impact on vital relationships. It will further explore practical interventions and assistance to support relationships and encourage continued recovery.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Explain the correlation between grief and love;
- List at least 3 specific areas where grief impacts relationships during recovery; and
- List at least 2 practical interventions to support relationships during the early stages of recovery given the impact of grief.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER: Dr. Mark A. Hicks is an author and speaker who specializes in mental health and family dynamics. With his educational background, including a Doctor of Ministry Degree, a Masters in Mental Health Counseling, a Masters of Divinity, and a Bachelors in Psychology, Mark is deeply committed to understanding the human psyche and helping people build healthy relationships and meaningful lives. As a counselor, Mark has provided guidance and support to those facing various challenges such as addiction, divorce recovery, emotional struggles, and dysfunctional family dynamics. Mark's versatility and passion for making a difference extend beyond counseling. He has served as a minister, international missionary, recovery program director, disaster response coordinator, and radio host. His radio broadcast was a self-help themed program that aired nationwide in the Czech Republic. One of Mark's notable accomplishments is his book, "Learning Love: Building a Life That Matters and Healthy Relationships That Last." This book grew, not only out of Mark’s years of study of psychology and theology, but from the tough life lessons of a toxic first marriage and painful divorce. This experience set Mark on a course devoted to understanding love and relationships and how to have healthy, happy connections. In his book, he shares practical advice and real-life guidance helping readers find personal growth and fulfilling relationships. Outside of his professional endeavors, Mark and his wife, Heather, enjoy exploring new destinations and immersing themselves in different cultures and landscapes. While they love their adventures, they also enjoy their home base in Knoxville, Tennessee, and frequently take trips to the breathtaking Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
REGISTRATION FEE: *NHADACA Members $40; *Non-Members $45; *NBCC included. For registration information contact: 603-225-7060 or training@nhadaca.org
4 Contact Hours Available
CRSW Performance Domains: 3-4
LADC/MLADC Categories of Competence: 5-7, 11, 15-16 & 18
CPS Domains: 6
NBCC: LICSW/L-MFT/LCMHC (Category A) & Psychologist Category A
NH Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors Association has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider. ACEP No 6754. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. NHADACA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
PLEASE NOTE: Only one registrant per form. For multiple registrants you must register each one individually. Registration is not complete or guaranteed until payment is received. Payment by means other than credit card may slow down completion of registration. Checks and cash are still accepted, however, your registration will be placed on a pending list until payment is received. We strongly encourage payment by credit card for training of high demand topics. Thank you.
This training is financed under a contract with the State of NH, Department of Health and Human Services, with funds provided in part by the State of NH and/or such funding sources as were available or required, e.g., the United States Department of Health and Human Services.
