Addiction counselors to address conference
Duane L. Olberding and Dr. Esther Maddux, of Professional Treatment Services, Lawrence, have been selected to present educational lectures during the annual conference for the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors, the Kansas Association of Addiction Professionals and the National Association of Lesbian and Gay Addiction Professionals.
The conference, “Recovery for a Lifetime,” is scheduled for August at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel and Overland Park Convention Center, Overland Park.
Olberding’s presentation, “Psychological Aspects of the Action and Escape Gambler: Assessment, Personality Types and Treatment Considerations,” is scheduled for 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Aug. 29.
Maddux’s presentation, “Financial Recovery from 12-Step Perspective for Pathological Gamblers,” is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. to noon on Aug. 30.
For more information, visit www.naadac.org.