Harm Reduction Trainings
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The Center for Optimal Living offers trainings and workshops on Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP) and other complementary techniques, nationally, internationally and at our home in New York City. All of our trainings are also being offered online through Zoom and once you register, you will be provided with those details. We’re proud to be recognized as an approved provider of continuing education for both licensed psychologists and social workers, so many of our trainings provide Continuing Education credits (CE’s). Take a look at the courses below for more information. We can also provide follow-up trainings, ongoing consultations, and special events for the organizations we work with. |
Who are our Trainings for?
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Psychologists
Addiction treatment providers and administrators
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Upcoming Group Trainings
Register now to reserve your spot in one of our upcoming trainings.
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Live Online Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP) Essentials Training Schedule: December 7, 8, 9 from 10 AM - 4:30 PM (EST) Continuing Education: 15 Contact Hours This online course offers a comprehensive overview of integrative harm reduction psychotherapy (IHRP) along with practical strategies/skills about how to apply this model in clinical settings with a variety of populations. This course will consist of a combination of lectures, role-plays, case examples, and discussions. |
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Live Online Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy Certificate Program Schedule: Wednesdays, 9/14 - 1/11 from 12 PM to 2 PM (EST) Continuing Education: 30 Contact Hours Our Harm Reduction Psychotherapy Certificate Program offers a 15-week intensive immersion in the principles, theories, and practical application of harm reduction psychotherapy. Harm reduction psychotherapy is a collaborative, personalized, and empowering approach to helping those with substance use issues and other risky behaviors. Our integrative perspective brings together relational psychoanalysis, psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness approaches. |
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Monthly, Online Consultation Group w/ Dr. Tatarsky Schedule: 2023 (Waitlist Now Open) Dr. Tatarsky will be leading a monthly, 90 min, Consultation Group for mental health and addiction treatment professionals who want to learn more about Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP) and how to incorporate it into their practices. |
Private + Custom Trainings
Below is a list of our customizable private training modules. Our training sessions are collaborative and include group discussions, interactive skill-building components, and case presentations to foster a deeper understanding of Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP) and to promote its implementation in a variety of contexts. Our trainings are tailored to your needs and can be delivered in formats ranging from half-day to five full days, depending on your needs.
Contact us at events@cfol.org or (212) 213-8905 x2 to develop a customized training program for you or your organization's specific needs.
Training Modules

Introduction to Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP)

IHRP: 1, 2 or 3-Day Trainings

IHRP: Therapeutic Alliance, Relationship Heals + Engagement Skills

IHRP: Assessment as Treatment

IHRP: Embracing Ambivalence

IHRP: Self-Management Skills

IHRP: Harm Reduction Goal-Setting + Creating Optimal Use Plan

Enhancing Self-Care Strategies: Developing Resiliency and Preventing Burn Out

IHRP with Families + Couples

Inner Awareness + Self-Compassion

IHRP + Trauma-Informed Care

Mindfulness for Stress Reduction

Out of Control Sexual Behavior & Substance Misuse

Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy: Assessment as Treatment + Embracing Ambivalence
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Online Training Course w/ Dr. Andrew Tatarsky and more Overcoming Addictions is an online training course through the Psychotherapy Networker with other leading experts. CFOL’s Andrew Tatarksy’s contribution is focused on Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP), a comprehensive, psychobiosocial model of addiction treatment that's effective even when clients are resistant to change. Participants who complete all the courses are eligible to become Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professionals (CAIMHP). |
Resources
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Visit our Resources page for the 6 Steps to Positive Change Pathway, Andrew Tatarsky’s innovative book "Harm Reduction Psychotherapy", and the Center for Optimal living blog. |
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Selected Recordings
A Model of Complexity for Real World Substance Use Treatment Presenter: Andrew Tatarsky Presented at the New York State Psychological Association's Division of Addictions Conference 2015. |
Ketamine Treatment: What Works and What’s Missing Panel Discussion Moderated by: Kaylie Tejeda DNAP, CRNA Presenters: Melanie Malloy MD/Ph.D., Dominique Morisano Ph.D./CPsych, Gita Vaid MD Ketamine treatment is currently entering a phase of popularity and increased promotion. There are many reports of significant success with ketamine in the treatment of depression, substance use issues, and trauma. But the speed of its increasing popularity seems to have left behind the discussion of risks, pitfalls, and possible negative outcomes. This panel reviewed the benefits, necessary accompanying protocols, and potentially harmful outcomes from a clinical and social perspective. Best practices for clinicians wishing to support clients receiving ketamine treatment were also reviewed. |
Psychedelic Preparation and Integration for Clinicians Panel Discussion Moderated by: Vilmarie Fraguada Narloch, PsyD, Sana Healing Center Presenters: Camara Meri Rajabari, AMFT, Sage Institute/ Rebecca Kronman, LMFT, Mind Health Solutions/ Sara Reed, LCSW, Fluence The first panel of our 2021 series explored the complexities and nuances of supporting psychedelic preparation and integration. This panel also reviewed techniques, strategies, and encouraged practices used within psychedelic integration while also acknowledging that the clinical setting must be done in conjunction with other modes of community support. |
Centering Harm Reduction: Linking Priorities and Actions in Latinx and Spanish-speaking Caribbean Communities Centrando la Reducción de Daño: Vinculando Prioridades y Acciones en Comunidades Latinas de EE. UU. Presenter: Andrew Tatarsky *Spanish Transcription will be available soon |
A Dialogue with Dr. Julie Holland and Dr. Andrew Tatarsky Presenters: Dr. Julie Holland and Dr. Andrew Tatarsky Join Andrew and Julie for our first online Optimal Living Dialogue where they discussed many things relevant to optimal living and self-care. |
Creating a Container in Times of Uncertainty Presenter: Dr. Adam Frankel Join Dr. Adam Frankel as he discusses how he uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in conjunction with the pillars of Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP) to help patients tolerate effective and cognitive dysregulation more effectively. |
Overcoming Addictions with Andrew Tatarsky Presenters: Andrew Tatarsky, Janina Fisher, David Kessler, and more Overcoming Addictions is an online training course through the Psychotherapy Networker with other leading experts. CFOL’s Andrew Tatarksy’s contribution is focused on Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP), a comprehensive, psychobiosocial model of addiction treatment that's effective even when clients are resistant to change. Participants who complete all the courses are eligible to become Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professionals (CAIMHP). |
Andrew Tatarsky Demonstrates Engagement Skills for Creating Safety and Alliance Presenter: Andrew Tatarsky A sample of Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP) in "consultation" from our last IHRP Level 1 Training |
Jenifer Talley Leads Mindfulness Practice Presenter: Jenifer Talley Brief mindfulness practice focused on grounding. |
What's Wrong With our System Presenter: Andrew Tatarsky Recorded at the 2018 Shifting the Addiction Paradigm Conference |
Continuing Education Information
Optimal Living Psychological Services, PC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0075
Optimal Living Psychological Services, PC is recognized by New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0534
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