Throughout her career in behavioral healthcare, Samantha has held a wide range of roles including Behavioral Health Technician, Co-facilitator of Family Programming, Counselor Assistant, Aftercare Coordinator, and various Business Development positions.
She earned her Bachelor's Degree from Elizabethtown College and a Graduate Degree from Saint Joseph’s University, majoring in Criminal Justice with an emphasis in Behavior Management.
Samantha attributes her expertise not only to her academic achievements, but also to the opportunities she's had to expand her skill set across different aspects of behavioral healthcare.
Samantha is a Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) and Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CAADC). In addition to her professional work, Samantha has a passion for teaching and has taken on various adjunct teaching positions.
Samantha is currently the Director of Marketing for ETHOS Treatment LLC, breaking down barriers and providing access to much needed treatment.
In her spare time, Samantha enjoys consignment shopping, binge watching bravo tv, and being with her family.
Digital Dynamics: Understanding Technology's Impact on Addiction and Behavioral Health
The rapid advancement of technology has significantly influenced the landscape of addiction and behavioral health. This presentation explores how digital platforms, including social media, gaming, and online streaming, shape substance use patterns and process addictions. While technology often acts as a trigger for addictive behaviors, it also presents unique opportunities for intervention and recovery support. Drawing on current research and clinical experiences, this session will examine the dual role of technology in addiction—its risks and its potential as a therapeutic tool. Attendees wil...Read morel gain insights into mitigating digital overstimulation, fostering healthier technology use, and leveraging digital resources to enhance client outcomes. This presentation aims to equip behavioral health professionals with practical strategies to navigate the complexities of technology's influence on addiction and recovery in the modern age. Less...
Learning Objectives
- Identify the neurological and behavioral mechanisms by which technology use can contribute to substance use and process addictions.
- Describe at least three digital platforms (e.g., social media, gaming, streaming) that can serve as addiction triggers and explain their psychological impact.
- Evaluate the benefits and limitations of using digital tools (e.g., recovery apps, telehealth, online support groups) in addiction treatment.
- Develop a plan to integrate digital assessment and intervention tools into individualized treatment plans for clients with co-occurring behavioral health and technology use concerns.
- Apply at least two clinical strategies for helping clients manage digital overstimulation and set healthy technology boundaries.
Friday, September 05, 2025
Live Interactive Webinar
12:00 PM EDT - 01:00 PM EDT
EARN 1 CE Credit Hours
About the speaker
Samantha Osterlof, MS, CRS, CAADC
Director of Marketing
CE Information - Earn 1 CE Credit Hour
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