april 22nd & 23rd, 2024 | Lynnwood, WA
2024 AAP Provider Conference
Shaping the Future of Addiction Treatment
Welcome to the only Northwest Conference dedicated to Addiction Treatment, where this year we mark 50 years of impact and progress in Washington State. The AAP Annual Conference is an opportunity to connect with peers and contribute to shaping more cohesive, effective, and patient-centered programs and policies around substance use disorder treatment. This year, we’re commemorating our rich history and highlighting the importance of a seamless continuum of care in addiction treatment. We will offer insights on how to maintain continuity in each stage in the treatment process and how to effectively plan and execute these transitions, emphasizing the need for strong community linkages and continuous support.
April 2024
4/22/24 – 4/23/24
8am – 5pm
LOCATION
Lynwood Event Center
lynnwoodeventcenter.com
3711 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA
Conference this year will be from Monday, April 22nd to Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024.
Keynote Speakers
Conference Agenda
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Experience the Difference
CEUs
Participants will have the unique opportunity to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for you to maintain licensure and stay on top of the latest developments in the field. This year there will be 11CEUs available along with an ethics workshop.
Silent Auction
Bid on a variety of unique items and experiences while supporting important initiatives within our organization. The proceeds from the auction go towards funding various programs and activities that are key to AAP’s mission and work.
Recognition Luncheon
Our Tuesday Recognition Luncheon celebrates the exceptional achievements and contributions of individuals and organizations in the addiction treatment field and an opportunity to network with peers, and draw inspiration from the success stories within our community.
Breakout Sessions
These sessions, many led by our keynotes, provide deeper insights and focused discussions specialized topics areas. They are ideal for attendees looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in particular subjects, offering a more personalized learning experience through focused discussions.
2024 Keynote Speakers
Lisa Rudduck
Michael W. Johnson
Steven Freng
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Lisa Rudduck
Lisa Rudduck PhD, LMHC, SUDP
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For the past two decades, Lisa Rudduck has worked in a number of different capacities within the fields of addiction treatment and mental health counseling. She has advanced training in several trauma recovery models, and has been teaching graduate counseling students with a trauma informed lens since 2010. Dr. Rudduck is currently full-time faculty at Antioch University Seattle, and provides clinical and consulting services.
Michael W. Johnson
Michael W. Johnson
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Michael W. Johnson is the Senior Managing Director of Behavioral Health with CARF International, the leading accrediting body for behavioral health serving organizations throughout the world. A certified addictions professional, Michael has more than 40 years of experience as an executive, manager, and clinician working in the fields of mental health, substance abuse, and intellectual disabilities. He is passionate about improving quality of care, especially increasing the use of data in clinical decision-making. He was a CARF surveyor for 16 years and holds a master’s degree in communications from the University of Central Florida.
Steven Freng
Steven Freng, Psy.D., MSW
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Dr. Freng has acquired over 30 years’ experience as a substance use disorder (SUD) services professional, having worked in clinical, supervisory, administrative and managerial capacities in the development and delivery of SUD prevention and treatment services in the State of Washington.
During his tenure with the Seattle-King County Division of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services he occupied several positions including that of Division Manager/County Alcohol and Drug Coordinator. Dr. Freng focused on the development of SUD public policy, programs and services for which he initiated and oversaw the construction of service and housing facilities, pioneered new program strategies and published numerous articles detailing these efforts and accomplishments as well as research articles reporting on their efficacy.
Dr. Freng thereafter served as the Prevention/Treatment Manager for the Northwest High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (NW HIDTA), a region of fifteen counties in Washington State designated by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy for special law enforcement and SUD program initiatives. The programs under his direction focused on several areas, including the development, operation and evaluation of Drug Courts throughout the NW HIDTA region, as well as SUD prevention projects within the region, support for which was contingent on sustained, active collaborations with law enforcement agencies.
As President of Community Network Services, Inc., Dr. Freng is also active as an independent clinician, consultant, trainer and evaluator, having developed inter-disciplinary treatment programs, directed a state-wide needs assessment project, managed prevention projects and provided technical assistance and facilitation on a wide range of topics and disciplines. Dr. Freng serves on a variety of local and regional boards and panels, is active in state and federal legislative efforts, and remains involved in research and service demonstration projects.
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Conference Agenda
Day 1 & 2
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Ethics -
Suicide Prevention -
Adolescent Care -
Marijuana -
Medication Overview -
ASAM Withdrawal Management -
Workforce Development -
Public Safety
Day 2 – Tuesday
ASAM Withdrawal Management
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Workforce Development
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Public Safety
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AAP Providers Conference 2024
DAY 1
7.30-8:30 REGISTRATION
Thursday, April 15th 8:30am-6:00pm
8:30-10:00
WILLIE WOLF, MPA
The Healing Forest
Breakouts
10:30-11:45
WILLIE WOLF, MPA
Intergenerational Trauma and Its Impact on
Relapse Prevention
QUINCY JEFFERSON, SUDP
The Recovery Process
1:00-2:30
DR. LISA RUDDUCK, PH.D., LMHC, SUDP
The Power of Connection in Nervous System Rehabilitation
Breakouts
2:45-4:00
DR. LISA RUDDUCK, PH.D.,
LMHC, SUDP
Developing Therapeutic Alliance
Using a Trauma- Informed Lens – Q&A with Discussion
DR. ANNIE PETERS, PH.D., LP
Combining Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
with the 12 Steps
4:00-6:00
MARK LOES, MBA, SUDP
Law and Ethics
Day 2
Friday, April 14th 8:30am-4:15pm
8:30-10:00
DR. ANNIE PETERS, PH.D., LP
The Future of Addiction Healthcare Lies in Our Data: An Overview
of FORSE National Treatment Outcomes Program
Breakouts
10:30-11:45
DR. ANNIE PETERS, PH.D., LP
FORSE Clinical Implications and
Q&A
JERRY BLACKBURN, M.ED., SUDP
Flipping the Script: Creating a Space for Youth and Young
People to Thrive
1:00-2:30
DR. RICHARD RIES, MD, FAPA, FASM
Addiction, Suicide, Overdose, and the Grey Areas In Between
Breakouts
2:45 – 4:00
MARCIA (MO) OLMSTED, B. MUS,MLS,SUDP,CPT,PYT & ERNIE
ROMBOUTS, LICSW,SUDP,MAC
Self-Care for Helping Professionals
DR. RICHARD RIES, MD, FAPA, FASM
Preventing Addiction Related Suicide (PARS) 2:45 – 4:15pm