Medication Support for Substance Use Disorder
Training Description
This training provides an overview of medication support for substance use disorders (SUD), including the role of FDA-approved medications in reducing cravings, preventing overdose, and supporting long-term recovery. Participants will learn how medications interact with the brain, address common misconceptions, and explore how medication support can be integrated alongside counseling and recovery supports. Emphasis is placed on practical application, person-centered care, and reducing stigma.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the biological mechanism that drives addiction
- Describe the role medication plays in supporting recovery from SUD
- Identify at least three medications used to support recovery from SUD
- Explain best practices for supporting decision making around the use of medication in SUD treatment
- Describe common barriers to the use of medication in SUD treatment
Trainer Bio
Elizabeth Black, LADC, has spent her career working with and on behalf of people with behavioral health disorders. She holds a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and is a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor. Ms. Black serves as subject matter expert, trainer, and technical assistance provider for behavioral health and recovery initiatives. Her areas of interest and expertise include harm reduction, medication for opioid use disorder, rural healthcare systems, and health and wellness in recovery. Prior to her current role at C4 innovations, Ms. Black worked for the Department of Mental Health for the state of Oklahoma for over a decade. In her work there, she oversaw the implementation of health and wellness interventions into behavioral health services statewide. In that role, her team received a governor’s commendation for their work which resulted in better health outcomes in Oklahoma’s most vulnerable communities. She currently resides in Quincy, MA.