Premier Addiction Treatment Organization Co-host Palm Beach Intervention Conference

Foundations Recovery Network (FRN) brings the next big intervention conference to The Breakers in Palm Beach, Fla., Sept. 28-30, 2009. “The Moment of Change: Intervention Approaches for Professionals” offers up to 18 hours of Continuing Education Certification and the opportunity to network with the industry’s top professionals.

Conference objectives:

·         To apply clinical skills from a broad range of professional core functions including alternative approaches to interventions, different therapy approaches and the mechanics of intervening

·         To cite advances in the field of addiction and intervention from practice innovations

·         To differentiate among key philosophies of intervention and integrate methods into practice

To make sure this conference meets high expectations, prominent addiction treatment organizations have joined together as co-hosts. Each of these is a leader in the industry because of their unique programs and original approach to treatment. As co-hosts, these facilities have lent their esteemed faculty and staff to be speakers and provided their guidance on assembling the structure and format of the event. They also are privileged to host special events which create networking opportunities for conference participants. 

The Betty Ford Center began in 1982 as the dream of former First Lady Betty Ford. After Mrs. Ford finished treatment for her own chemical dependency, she recognized the need for a center which could cater to the special needs of women. Since its opening in Rancho Mirage, Calif., the Betty Ford Center has helped men and women overcome their chemical dependencies and also support the family members through this difficult time.

Since 1959, Caron has been a preferred alcohol and drug addiction treatment provider. Based in Wernersville, Penn., their mission is to provide an enlightened and caring treatment community in which all those affected by alcoholism or drug addiction may begin a new life. Specifically, Caron offers gender-specific chemical dependency treatment programs, early intervention, detox, family counseling, and residential, extended and outpatient care. Speaking from Caron is Harris Stratyner who was recently interviewed on Dateline by Ann Curry concerning Michael Jackson’s prescription medication usage.

CRC Health Group is the largest provider of specialized behavioral healthcare services in the United States. Their sophisticated, individualized treatment programs address issues from addiction and learning differences to eating disorders and behavioral issues. To treat these illnesses, CRC offers programs including residential and outpatient treatment, outdoor wilderness camps and therapeutic programs at their 145 facilities.

The Refuge-a Healing Place is an adult residential extended care facility which specializes in substance abuse and PTSD resolution. This center takes a holistic approach to healing with care, spirituality and gentleness. While the focus is on resolving trauma, The Refuge specialty treatment includes eating disorders, depression/anxiety, and sex and love addiction.

The Seabrook House was created by Jerry and Peg Diehl after Jerry found sobriety through Alcoholics Anonymous. For over 35 years, this internationally recognized private detox treatment center has been helping families find the courage to find recovery from addictions. Their treatment includes opiate detox, gender specific therapy and family intervention. 

Pine Grove Behavioral Health first opened its doors in 1984 and began treating people of all ages suffering from addictions and eating and psychiatric disorders. Located in Hattiesburg, Miss., this facility’s mission is to be a leader in healing and change lives by providing the highest quality of behavioral health services. Since its inception, Pine Grove has become one of the nation’s most comprehensive treatment campuses.

About Foundations Recovery Network

Foundations Recovery Network is a premier organization for treating persons with addiction and mental health disorders. The company oversees three dual diagnosis treatment centers: Michael’s House in Palm Springs, Calif.; La Paloma in Memphis, Tenn.; and The Canyon in Malibu, Calif.