We Distribute Narcan
Fentanyl Test Strips Coming Soon!
In partnership with Nevada County Public Health, as part of a widespread county campaign, we offer Narcan, also known as Naloxone. This opioid overdose reversal drug can save the life of someone experiencing overdose from opioids. Every day, 128 people lose their life in the U.S from opioid overdose. It is critical people have easy access and know how to administer this lifesaving medication. As a community, we can prevent as many fatal overdoses as possible.
to pick some up And learn how to administer, Drop In to the 4Roots Youth Wellness Center, M-F 12:30 - 6:00
MASK / MBSAT
Getting Stuck in patterns can lead to addictions.
Stress happens with many things: drama, anger, anxiety, substance use, screen-time, junk food, risky behavior, procrastination, or just being fixed in bad habits.
Understand what drives YOUR habits. Learn how to get unstuck!
12 Module Course with $Cash Attendance Awards
What’s Not To Love!
“If you are going through it, there is a real sense of community with everyone who attends. This provides so much support.”
~ 17-year-old ASK /MBSAT graduate
SPRING 2023 MBSAT COHORT - T/TH 3:30 - 5:30; APRIL 11 - JUNE 1
Our 12-module program looks at the underlying causes of disconnection and addresses: addiction – screen-time – emotional and behavioral patterns - risky behavior, or just getting stuck in bad habits. We have evolved the evidence based, humanistic, and fun approach of Mindfulness-Based Substance Abuse Treatment (MBSAT) to embed a deeper exploration of:
Flow State Cycles ~ with the sign-posts of embodied peak experience and healthy psychological functioning
Triggers / Needs / Boundaries ~ identifying and protecting what we are saying YES to
A Vestibular and Proprioceptive Approach ~ to practice and to developing our sense of self
Brain Chemistry ~ An understanding of the specific neurotransmitters to we want to boost, with a “how to” worksheet
We teach adolescents how to self-regulate while navigating the challenging influences of family, peer, and societal impacts. In learning both these vital Social and Emotional skills and physiological choice points, youth gain self-awareness, heal their nervous systems, and learn how to make decisions they won’t regret.
MBSAT Curriculum Modules
Introduction to the Program
Mindfulness of Drugs and their Health Effects
Reacting vs. Responding
Mindfulness of Delusion
Emotional Awareness
The Brain and Drugs
Mindfulness of Craving
Mindfulness of Triggers
The Family System and Drugs
Mindfulness of the Peer System
Mindfulness of the External Environment
Closing Ceremony - Certificate of Completion is awarded.
Program Details
Where: Gateway Mountain Center – The 4Roots Wellness Center
10038 Meadow Way, Unit C Truckee CA 96161
Ages: 15-25
Tuition Cost: Sliding scale $0 to $600
When:
Fall Cohort 2022: T/TH October 11 - Dec 15th
Spring Cohort 2023: T/TH April 11 - June 1
Certificate of Successful Completion issued; along with $Cash Attendance Awards
Contact: Brody Dwyer, brody@sierraexperience.org
In Local Middle and High Schools
By request from TTUSD, we embed in local classrooms across the district. For Fall of 2021 - Early January 2022, we have 8 to 10 week programs in Sierra High, Truckee High, North Tahoe High, North Tahoe School and Alder Creek Middle School. Please contact your school counselor or school Wellness Center for more information; or Brody Dwyer, brody@sierraexperience.org
Hear From Our Participants and Partners
Youth Testimonials
“Now I understand where addiction stems from for me. MBSAT helped me cope with my triggers. I have better tools for dealing with them. Because of this, I have an easier time, and I don’t get triggered as much.” ~ 20-year-old graduate
“My favorite part is talking with people my own age about mutual struggles.” ~ 17-year-old graduate
“I would highly recommend these services. I am now able to be with my emotions and feelings, rather than running from them.” ~ 15-yr-old graduate
Resources
A youth voice documentary exploring adolescent and transitional age use of THC, THC's mechanism of action, signs of addiction and support resources. Created in collaboration with Tahoe Truckee Future Without Drug Dependence.
Senior Facilitators
Senior Facilitators are primarily focused on developing the next generation of facilitators. In addition to teaching our recovery programs, they offer in-house teacher training and support for our Wellness Educators, Transitional Age Youth in our leadership development pipeline, and supervise our peer-to-peer support roles.
Nancy minges
With an M.A. in Holistic Health Education, Nancy has been our Wellness Program Director since 2009. In 2021, she moved into an adjunct role as Education Director to focus on training and dissemination of our 4Roots Method. She is co-author of our 4Roots Method and our Whole Hearts, Minds & Bodies Program. She provides group, one-on-one wellness and mentoring services; staff and faculty training; family mediation and wellness plans; leadership training and customized wellness retreats.
Her academic specializations include Somatic, Counseling, and Transpersonal Psychology, and Trauma Resolution. She is certified in multiple sub-specializations such as MBSAT, Mindful Schools, Yoga, and others. She has been a student and teacher of Mindfulness for over 35 years. She teaches on retreat in the U.S. and abroad, and has taught Spirit Rock Meditation Center, and Esalen Institute.
Gamalier Gonzalez
Gamalier A. Gonzales, began his career as a Personal Care Assistant assisting patients of all ages. Growing up with a younger brother with disabilities, he realized his calling to help those in need. After five years, Gami went back to school. After receiving his Associates of Occupational Studies of Medical Assisting, he worked for Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services for 2 years as a Mental Health Technician. He continued to work with the severely mentally ill in various institutions including high security facilities. Gami is currently enrolled in school perusing a BS in Nursing with a minor in Psychology and is currently working in a Wellness office caring for Medicare patients. Gami’s ultimate goal is heal those in need; be that need physical or mental.
MASK / MBSAT Educators
Eli Osborn – mentor for our Whole Hearts, Minds & Bodies program, a Truckee born mountain athlete and craftsman, and courageous commitment and lived experiences with his own recovery.
Cody Wollitz - mentor for our Whole Hearts, Minds & Bodies program and Grants Manager, Cody is a multi-sport athlete and former wilderness therapy instructor.
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WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MBSAT?
For more information on the evidence for the efficacy of mindfulness-based substance abuse treatment models please refer to Sam Himelstein’s website: www.centerforadolescentstudies.com