Announcing the new Counselor Connection Newsletter

Counselor magazine’s digital newsletter, Counselor Connection, will feature a brand new layout, new content, and a new schedule starting fall of 2014!

The new version of Counselor Connection will be sent out biweekly instead of bimonthly, in order to provide subscribers with even more up-to-date information, feature articles, and book reviews.

The new Counselor Connection will feature all new columns . . .

“Industry Issues,” written by Counselor Editor Robert J. Ackerman, PhD
“Counseling Skills,” written by author and speaker Dennis C. Daley, PhD
“Experiential Treatment,” written by author Tian Dayton, PhD
“Clinical Supervision,” written by John Fulan, LMFT

. . . as well as new sections that will benefit all addiction and behavioral health professionals.

“Announcements,” which will feature relevant happenings in the addiction and behavioral health field
“Resources for the Counselor,” which will provide reviews and information about documentaries, books, training manuals, movies, and other important media
“The Conference Report,” which will provide information on upcoming and past conferences
“Recovery Voices,” where readers can share their own stories of addiction and recovery

Also, watch for the return of “Point/Counterpoint” . . .

Counselor Connection will be bringing back the “Point/Counterpoint” special column, which serves as a debate on relevant and important topics in the addiction and behavioral health field today. Experts will go head to head, presenting their own arguments for each side of the issue.

. . . featuring topics such as

Marijuana legalization
E-cigarettes
The disease model of addiction

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About Me

Larry Hearn

Supervising Editor at Counselor Magazine ~ More Posts

Larry Hearn is a seasoned SUD counselor, licensed Religious Science Practitioner, and a committed advocate for healing and personal transformation. Armed with a Social Model Studies Certificate from the CCAPP Academy (formerly known as the CAARR Institute), education from Modesto Junior College, and certification from CCAPP, Larry boasts a robust 24-year background in addiction counseling. As a member of the California Coalition of Certifying Organizations (CCCO), he played an active role in shaping the California Code of Ethics and Sanctions Matrix.

Larry currently serves as Supervising Editor for Counselor Magazine and Media & Infrastructure Manager for the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP), where he combines his clinical insight with media and educational strategy to uplift the profession and support the workforce.

His passion extends to facilitating treatment and education groups, grief circles, and individual counseling, creating a secure and supportive environment for individuals to navigate recovery, grief, and emotional trauma. He enjoys training and mentoring SUD counselors. In his capacity as a licensed Religious Science Practitioner, he seamlessly integrates therapeutic and spiritual modalities, guiding individuals on a journey toward enduring recovery and inner peace. Beyond addiction counseling, Larry underscores the significance of grief healing and personal growth in his compassionate approach.