In 'Chasing the Scream', Johann Hari delves into the origins and consequences of the war on drugs. The book spans nine countries, where Hari interviews a diverse range of individuals, including addicts, dealers, scientists, and policymakers. Hari explores the early figures in the drug war, such as Billie Holiday and Harry J. Anslinger, and discusses modern-day alternatives to prohibition, including decriminalization and legalization policies in countries like Portugal and Uruguay. The book argues that addiction is not a disease but an adaptation to environment and advocates for a shift from punitive measures to rehabilitation and connection-based solutions.
Schema Therapy: A Practitioner's Guide provides a comprehensive overview of Schema Therapy, a widely used therapeutic approach for treating various mental health disorders. The book details the theoretical underpinnings of Schema Therapy, explaining the concept of maladaptive schemas and their role in psychological distress. It offers practical guidance on conducting a thorough schema assessment, identifying core beliefs and patterns of behavior. The guide also provides detailed descriptions of various therapeutic techniques used in Schema Therapy, including cognitive restructuring, imagery rescripting, and chair work. The book is an invaluable resource for mental health professionals seeking to learn and implement Schema Therapy in their practice.
In this book, Dr. Gabor Maté presents a comprehensive and compassionate look at addiction. He argues that addiction is not a moral failure or a genetic disease but rather a result of human development gone awry, often due to childhood trauma. The book includes first-person accounts, case studies, and scientific research to illustrate how addictive behaviors are attempts to self-soothe deep-seated fears and discomforts.
Liz Lacy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Trainer, who is widely recognised as a leading authority on applying Schema Therapy in the treatment of addiction. This conversation provides an introduction to the core ideas of this innovative approach, covering things like:
— The flaws in the mainstream model of addiction treatment and why relapse rates are so high
— The relationship between our core developmental needs and addictive processes
— Why we should view an addiction as symptom of a deeper issue
— How schema therapy can offer a highly effective treatment modality.
And more.
You can learn more about Liz's work and upcoming training by going to https://elizabethlacy.com.
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Liz Lacy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Trainer, who is widely recognised as a leading authority on applying Schema Therapy in the treatment of addiction, aside from treating addictive disorders, she also assesses anxiety disorders, couples, and personality disorders in adults and adolescents. Emotional pain can be caused by various reasons, including recent life events, unresolved past events, and biological reasons. Liz’s assessment approach considers all possibilities to develop an effective plan for clients to achieve their life goals.
She is an expert in her field and is focused on helping clients achieve their goals, and she also acknowledges that emotional pain can be caused by various reasons and takes a holistic approach to assessment and treatment.
You can learn more about Liz's work and upcoming training by going to https://elizabethlacy.com.
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Interview Links:
— Liz Lacy’s website - https://elizabethlacy.com
— Schema Therapy Online - https://www.schematherapyonline.com
3 Books Liz Recommends Every Therapist Should Read:
— Chasing the Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs - Johann Hari - https://amzn.to/3p5b18F
— In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction- Dr Gabor Maté - https://amzn.to/4125SLH
— Schema Therapy: A Practitioner's Guide - Jeffrey E. Young et al. - https://amzn.to/3NytPHu
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