Training Evaluation: Solution-Focused Harm Reduction: A Compassionate Approach to Treating Adults with Substance Use Disorders

(OT289) Training Evaluation: Solution-Focused Harm Reduction: A Compassionate Approach to Treating Adults with Substance Use Disorders

Training Name: Solution-Focused Harm Reduction: A Compassionate Approach to Treating Adults with Substance Use Disorders
Presented by: Dr. Séan Foy, D.Clin Psych, M.A, B.Sc, Dip.,Reg Psychol PsSi,ACI, IACP
Date: November 5, 2025

Learning Objectives
As a result of this training, participants will be able to:
1) Define the key principles of Solution-Focused Harm Reduction and how they contrast with the principles of traditional models of substance use treatment.
2) Summarize the role of language, listening, and curiosity in building respectful, change-oriented conversations with clients.
3) Apply solution-focused techniques such as scaling questions, exception finding, and goal setting within a harm reduction context.
4) Identify ways to support client autonomy while maintaining safety, boundaries, and realistic service expectations.
5) Give examples of common challenges (e.g., ambivalence, risk, systemic barriers) and generate collaborative, client-led strategies for moving forward.

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1. How much did you learn as a result of this CE program? 5 = Very much, 1 = Very little
2. Rate the quality of the program content 5 = Very High, 1 = Very Low
3. Rate how current/relevant the program content is 5 = Very current/relevant, 1 = Not current/not relevant at all
4. How useful was the content of this CE program for your practice or other professional development? 5 = Extremely Useful, 1 = Not Useful at all
5. Rate the instructor’s knowledge and expertise of the subject. 5 = Very High, 1 = Very Low
6. Rate the instructor’s teaching ability. 5 = Very High, 1 = Very Low
7.1. Would you agree that learning objective #1 was met?
Learning Objective #1: “Define the key principles of Solution-Focused Harm Reduction and how they contrast with the principles of traditional models of substance use treatment.” 5 = Strongly agree, 1 = Strongly disagree
7.2. Would you agree that learning objective #2 was met?
Learning Objective #2: “Summarize the role of language, listening, and curiosity in building respectful, change-oriented conversations with clients.” 5 = Strongly agree, 1 = Strongly disagree
7.3. Would you agree that learning objective #3 was met?
Learning Objective #3: “Apply solution-focused techniques such as scaling questions, exception finding, and goal setting within a harm reduction context.” 5 = Strongly agree, 1 = Strongly disagree
7.4. Would you agree that learning objective #4 was met?
Learning Objective #4: “Identify ways to support client autonomy while maintaining safety, boundaries, and realistic service expectations.” 5 = Strongly agree, 1 = Strongly disagree
7.5. Would you agree that learning objective #5 was met?
Learning Objective #5: “Give examples of common challenges (e.g., ambivalence, risk, systemic barriers) and generate collaborative, client-led strategies for moving forward.” 5 = Strongly agree, 1 = Strongly disagree
8. Rate how well the program met your expectations (according to the promotional materials) 5 = Very well, 1 = Not well at all
9. Rate the quality of the provided course materials 5 = Very High, 1 = Very Low
10. Rate the quality of the facilities (in-person) or technology (online). 5 = Very High, 1 = Very Low
11. Rate how well disability accommodations were met, if requested. 5 = Very well, 1 = Not well at all
12. Rate the ease of the registration process 5 = Very Easy, 1 = Very Difficult
13. Rate the instructor’s responsiveness to questions 5 = Very responsive, 1 = Not responsive at all
14. Rate the program staff’s responsiveness to questions 5 = Very responsive, 1 = Not responsive at all