Transforming Addiction Recovery Through Relational Care at GAP 2026
🧠 Featured Presentation: “ Cognitive Analytic Therapy in Addiction Services – Supporting Treatment and Team Working ” 🎤 Presented by Kate Portman , an experienced trauma-informed practitioner and Psychology Partner at YMCA Together. ✨ Presentation Highlights: • Exploring the role of Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) in addiction recovery services • Understanding relational approaches alongside traditional 12-step recovery models • How CAT supports engagement, motivation, and long-term recovery outcomes • The importance of relationships, family systems, culture, and trauma in understanding addiction behaviours • Supporting multidisciplinary teams and reducing burnout through relational working • Integrating psychological insight into addiction treatment programmes 📌 Audience Takeaways: ✔ Understanding the Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) model ✔ Practical applications of CAT in addiction services ✔ Using relational frameworks to strengthen treatment and team collaboration ✔ Enha...