Overview

Working with people with co-occurring mental health issues and alcohol and other drug use.

 

1/2-DAY WORKSHOP (9am start)

Learn real-world CBT strategies to help you navigate co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug issues in treatment.

Gain practical CBT tools for working with co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug issues.

 

Life (and therapy) can get messy when people are dealing with both mental health issues and alcohol or other drug use. These co-occurring challenges often show up together, yet the systems we work in - and sometimes the models we use and the way we are trained - aren’t always built to handle the overlap. This practical, hands-on workshop is all about helping you feel more confident and equipped to work in that grey area. We’ll explore how to use CBT in a flexible, client-centred way to support people navigating both mental health symptoms and substance use—whether they’re trying to cut back, quit altogether, or just stay safe. Through real-world examples, clinical tips, and interactive activities, we’ll unpack how to work with ambivalence, build motivation and adapt CBT tools like behavioural activation, cognitive strategies, and relapse planning to the complexities of dual presentations. If you’ve got the CBT basics and want to feel more confident working with co-occurring issues, this workshop is for you. You’ll leave with practical tools and a renewed energy for this sometimes complex work.

Learning Outcomes

Learn how to integrate CBT with your AOD clients.

Learn practical tools for working with AOD clients.

Presenter(s)

Professor Nicole Lee

(CEO Hello Sunday Morning; CEO 360Edge; Adjunct Prof National Drug Research Institute)

About the presenter(s)

Nicole is well known across the globe for her expertise in policy and practice translation. Her knowledge and expertise on Australia's methamphetamine problems is second to none. With her unique background in clinical services, academia, teaching, and management, her policy advice is sought after by Australian and international governments, and major organisations like the WHO and the UNODC.

Not your typical academic, her surprising but informative presentation style bridges that gap between research to practice to make the complex crystal clear. Nicole is also Adjunct Professor at the National Drug Research Institute Curtin University; member of the Australian National Council on Alcohol and other Drugs; board member of Hello Sunday Morning and The Loop Australia; and Fellow of the Australian Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy.

Nicole is frequently highlighted in the media and is an active contributor to various articles.

Notes

Is the event catered?
Yes - please provide any dietary restrictions.

Are there any refunds?
Cancellations attract a 25% processing fee. Cancellations within one week of the event attract a 50% processing fee. Cancellations within 24 hours of the event will not be refunded under any circumstances. If you wish to transfer the name of your registration to someone else there is no charge.

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Website/s

https://www.aacbt.org.au/aacbt-national-conferences/2025/