31st SUMMIT

Tennessee's 31st Annual Tennessee Advanced School on Addictions, THE SUMMIT, is coming up May 26-30.

Dear Participant:

Welcome to THE SUMMIT, the 31st Annual Tennessee Advanced School on Addictions. This year’s theme, "The Evidence Is In," truly reflects the conference’s curriculum which compares evidenced-based protocols with solid client outcomes. The SUMMIT will feature presentations detailing the latest evidenced based treatment protocols, as well as highlighting strategies designed for our Tennessee Access to Recovery II providers.

We have assembled an outstanding faculty from across the United States, who will share their expertise through formal presentations and interactive workshops throughout the week. Some of the school faculty includes: David Mee-Lee, MD, Mark Sanders, Peter Hayden, Ph.D., Bob Carty, and C.C. Nuckols, Ph.D.

On Wednesday evening, Maya Hennessey, known for her abilities as a motivational speaker will bring to our attendees and the recovery community a presentation on Women in Recovery: The Challenges and Reward. You will also have the opportunity to hear from Ernie Kurtz, Clifton Mitchell, and Mark Schwartz who will be our featured morning plenary speakers. On Friday morning, John McAndrew will bring his songs of inspiration to our closing breakfast general assembly.

This Summit has something of interest for all professionals in the field. Hopefully, through our continued efforts of "in the evidence...of our outcomes," we can make a difference in alleviating the debilitating effects of alcohol and drug abuse.

We look forward to seeing you at the school.

Sincerely,

Bruce D. Emery, M.S.W.
Assistant Commissioner

Jay Jana
State Training Coordinator