Monthly Archives: December 2012

Online Anger Management Class

Reduce Risks Associated with Anger 

Tom Wilson Counseling Center now offers a 4 Hour Online Anger Management Class.  This class is helpful for those who are court ordered to take Anger Management or for those that just need some help and guidance managing their anger.  
  • Work in the service industry and have issues dealing with holiday customers?
  • Have children that constantly push your buttons?  
  • Is your marriage having conflicts because one or both of your cannot control your anger? 
  • Does your employer want you to learn better skills for dealing with difficult customers?  
  • Are you an unruly football or sports fan that has trouble dealing with the opposing team’s fans?  
These are all good reasons to seek education and skills for managing your anger.  
These classes teach participants specific skills to control anger and resolve conflicts with others. Participants learn the consequences of anger and aggression and how to recognize “early warning” signs and reduce risks for aggressive behavior. It also includes guidelines for regaining self control, de-escalating anger, using effective responses to criticism, constructive communication, steps to resolving conflicts and negotiating differences with others.
ALL classes developed and monitored by Tom Wilson, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselorwho is also a Certified Alcohol and Substance Prevention Specialist. Tom is the author of “Taming Anger and Aggression“, an anger management program which has been taught to hundreds of people at the counseling center over the last twelve years. He specializes in adapting evidence-based substance abuse prevention programs for delivery through the web and other electronic media. 

What Is required in a California 9 month First Offender DUI Program?

Court Requirements for California AB1353 60 hour DUI Program

California requires DUI First Offenders to complete the AB1353, 9 month,  60 hour DUI Class for certain cases where the Blood Alcohol is elevated. A typical program requires the following:

  1. 46 hours of Group Counseling.
  2. 12 hours of Alcohol/Drug Education.
  3. 18 Self help (AA) meetings.
  4. 30 minutes of one on one counseling.

Online DUI programs for out of state residents can meet these requirements by completing the Online AB1353, 9 month 60 hour program to meet court requirements.

This program is offered exclusively by Tom Wilson Counseling Center, an approved provider of DUI Classes Online for persons who received a DUI in California but reside out of state. Information about this program is available at California Online DUI Classes for Out of State Residents or by calling toll free 1-877-368-9909.

You can also email your questions to  support@tomwilsoncounseling.com.  

Online DUI and Alcohol Classes – Holiday Safe Driving Tips

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 21, 2012
Don’t Let Holiday Celebrations End Tragically
Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving
The holidays are a wonderful time of year, filled with celebrations, time with loved ones and good cheer. But, for the 775 families whose loved ones were killed during December 2010 in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes, the joyous celebrations ended in disaster. 
That’s why Tom Wilson Counseling Center is joining with highway safety partners and law enforcement organizations across the country this December to remind people that during the holidays and throughout the year, drinking alcohol and driving do not mix and that Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.
“Drinking and driving is never a good combination, and it’s just not worth the risk,” said substance abuse specialist, Tom Wilson.  Driving a vehicle or riding a motorcycle while intoxicated jeopardizes your safety and the safety of others on our roads.  If you are going to drink, plan another way home before the celebration begins, and encourage your friends and family to do the same.” 
The holiday season is particularly dangerous. During December 2010, 2,597 people lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes, and 775 of those were killed in crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers.
“This tragic loss of life can be reduced if we get impaired drivers off our roadways,” said Tom Wilson. “That’s why we are working hard to remind everyone to never drink and drive.”
This holiday season, Tom Wilson Counseling Center is encouraging people to take three simple steps to ensure their holiday celebrations don’t end in tragedy. 
  • Plan ahead; be sure to designate a sober driver before the party begins.
  • If you will be drinking, do not plan on driving.  Even one drink too many increases the risk of a crash while driving a motor vehicle. If you are impaired, find another way home.  Use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, use public transportation or have a designator driver who is not drinking with you. 
  • Be responsible.  If someone you know is drinking, do not let that person get behind the wheel.  If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement.  Your actions may save someone’s life, and inaction could cost a life.
“The holidays should be a time for celebration, not tragedy,” Tom Wilson said.  “Please help us make America’s roadways safe by never driving after drinking. Remember, Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving, so never drink and drive.”
For more information on Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving, please visit www.TrafficSafetyMarketing.gov.  
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Drive Sober and Have a Safe Holiday

2012 HOLIDAY CAMPAIGN FACT SHEET
Brought to you by Tom Wilson Counseling Center, www.tomwilsoncounseling.com

Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving
The Consequences Aren’t Worth the Risk

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 32,885 people were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2010. Thirty-one percent (10,228) of those fatalities involved alcohol-impaired drivers.

Data also shows that 70 percent of alcohol-impaired driving fatalities occurred when the driver’s blood alcohol concentration was .15 grams per deciliter or higher.

The holiday season is particularly dangerous. That’s why Tom Wilson Counseling Center is joining highway safety partners and law enforcement organizations across the nation to remind people during December and throughout the year that Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving and that drinking and driving don’t mix.

On average, 25 people were killed in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes per day during December 2010. Tom Wilson Counseling Center wants to remind people that drinking and driving can quickly turn a holiday celebration into a tragedy.

When you drink and drive, you are putting your life and the lives of others at risk. Be responsible, and don’t let your holiday celebrations end in tragedy.

Getting caught for impaired driving can also result in arrest, loss of driving privileges, higher insurance rates, lost time at work, court costs, fines, and attorney’s fees, and many other unwanted consequences.

You Can Prevent a Tragedy

  • Plan ahead; be sure to designate a sober driver before the party begins.
  • If you will be drinking, do not plan on driving.  Even one too many drinks increases the risk of a crash while driving a motor vehicle. Remember that, Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.
  • If you are impaired, find another way home.  Use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, use public transportation or have a designated driver who is not drinking with you.
  • Be responsible.  If someone you know is drinking, do not let that person get behind the wheel. If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement. Your actions may save someone’s life, and inaction could cost a life. 

For more information on Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving, please visit www.TrafficSafetyMarketing.gov. 


Click on class below to begin registration:
OTHER ONLINE CLASSES at Tom Wilson Counseling Center:
ALL classes developed and monitored by Tom Wilson, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who is also a Certified Alcohol and Substance Prevention Specialist. Tom is the author of “Taming Anger and Aggression“, an anger management program which has been taught to hundreds of people at the counseling center over the last twelve years. He specializes in adapting evidence-based substance abuse prevention programs for delivery through the web and other electronic media. 

Drunk Driving Facts for the Holiday Season

2012 HOLIDAY CAMPAIGN FACT SHEET
Brought to you by Tom Wilson Counseling Center
www.tomwilsoncounseling.com

Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving
The Consequences Aren’t Worth the Risk

  • According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 32,885 people were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2010. Thirty-one percent (10,228) of those fatalities involved alcohol-impaired drivers.
  • Data also shows that 70 percent of alcohol-impaired driving fatalities occurred when the driver’s blood alcohol concentration was .15 grams per deciliter or higher.
  • The holiday season is particularly dangerous. That’s why Tom Wilson Counseling Center is joining highway safety partners and law enforcement organizations across the nation to remind people during December and throughout the year that Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving and that drinking and driving don’t mix.
  • On average, 25 people were killed in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes per day during December 2010. Tom Wilson Counseling Center wants to remind people that drinking and driving can quickly turn a holiday celebration into a tragedy.
  • When you drink and drive, you are putting your life and the lives of others at risk. Be responsible, and don’t let your holiday celebrations end in tragedy.
  • Getting caught for impaired driving can also result in arrest, loss of driving privileges, higher insurance rates, lost time at work, court costs, fines, and attorney’s fees, and many other unwanted consequences.
You Can Prevent a Tragedy
  • Plan ahead; be sure to designate a sober driver before the party begins.
  • If you will be drinking, do not plan on driving.  Even one too many drinks increases the risk of a crash while driving a motor vehicle. Remember that, Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.
  • If you are impaired, find another way home.  Use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, use public transportation or have a designated driver who is not drinking with you.
  • Be responsible.  If someone you know is drinking, do not let that person get behind the wheel. If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement. Your actions may save someone’s life, and inaction could cost a life. 
For more information on Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving, please visit www.TrafficSafetyMarketing.gov.
Click on class below to begin registration:
OTHER ONLINE CLASSES at Tom Wilson Counseling Center:
ALL classes developed and monitored by Tom Wilson, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who is also a Certified Alcohol and Substance Prevention Specialist. Tom is the author of “Taming Anger and Aggression“, an anger management program which has been taught to hundreds of people at the counseling center over the last twelve years. He specializes in adapting evidence-based substance abuse prevention programs for delivery through the web and other electronic media. 

Online DUI Class

Don’t Let Holiday Celebrations End Tragically
Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving

The holidays are a wonderful time of year, filled with celebrations, time with loved ones and good cheer. But, for the 775 families whose loved ones were killed during December 2010 in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes, the joyous celebrations ended in disaster. 

That’s why Tom Wilson Counseling Center is joining with highway safety partners and law enforcement organizations across the country this December to remind people that during the holidays and throughout the year, drinking alcohol and driving do not mix and that Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.
“Drinking and driving is never a good combination, and it’s just not worth the risk,” said substance abuse specialist, Tom Wilson.  Driving a vehicle or riding a motorcycle while intoxicated jeopardizes your safety and the safety of others on our roads.  If you are going to drink, plan another way home before the celebration begins, and encourage your friends and family to do the same.”  
The holiday season is particularly dangerous. During December 2010, 2,597 people lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes, and 775 of those were killed in crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers.

“This tragic loss of life can be reduced if we get impaired drivers off our roadways,” said Tom Wilson. “That’s why we are working hard to remind everyone to never drink and drive.”
This holiday season, Tom Wilson Counseling Center is encouraging people to take three simple steps to ensure their holiday celebrations don’t end in tragedy.
  1. Plan ahead; be sure to designate a sober driver before the party begins.
  2. If you will be drinking, do not plan on driving.  Even one drink too many increases the risk of a crash while driving a motor vehicle. If you are impaired, find another way home.  Use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, use public transportation or have a designator driver who is not drinking with you.
  3.  Be responsible.  If someone you know is drinking, do not let that person get behind the wheel.  If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement.  Your actions may save someone’s life, and inaction could cost a life. 
“The holidays should be a time for celebration, not tragedy,” Tom Wilson said.  “Please help us make America’s roadways safe by never driving after drinking. Remember, Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving, so never drink and drive.”
For more information on Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving, please visit www.TrafficSafetyMarketing.gov.  
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Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 10, 2012
CONTACT: Tom Wilson Counseling Center, 1-877-368-9909
Don’t Let Holiday Celebrations End Tragically
Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving
California — The holidays are a wonderful time of year, filled with celebrations, time with loved ones and good cheer. But, for the 775 families whose loved ones were killed during December 2010 in alcohol-impaired-drivingcrashes, the joyous celebrations ended in disaster. 
That’s why Tom Wilson Counseling Center is joining with highway safety partners and law enforcement organizations across the country this December to remind people that during the holidays and throughout the year, drinking alcohol and driving do not mix and that Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.
“Drinking and driving is never a good combination, and it’s just not worth the risk,” said substance abuse specialist, Tom Wilson.  Driving a vehicle or riding a motorcycle while intoxicated jeopardizes your safety and the safety of others on our roads.  If you are going to drink, plan another way home before the celebration begins, and encourage your friends and family to do the same.”  
The holiday season is particularly dangerous. During December 2010, 2,597 people lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes, and 775 of those were killed in crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers.

“This tragic loss of life can be reduced if we get impaired drivers off our roadways,” said Tom Wilson. “That’s why we are working hard to remind everyone to never drink and drive.”
This holiday season, Tom Wilson Counseling Center is encouraging people to take three simple steps to ensure their holiday celebrations don’t end in tragedy. 
1.    Plan ahead; be sure to designate a sober driver before the party begins. 
2.    If you will be drinking, do not plan on driving.  Even one drink too many increases the risk of a crash while driving a motor vehicle. If you are impaired, find another way home.  Use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, use public transportation or have a designator driver who is not drinking with you.
3.    Be responsible.  If someone you know is drinking, do not let that person get behind the wheel.  If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement.  Your actions may save someone’s life, and inaction could cost a life. 
“The holidays should be a time for celebration, not tragedy,” Tom Wilson said.  “Please help us make America’s roadways safe by never driving after drinking. Remember, Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving, so never drink and drive.”
For more information on Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving, please visit www.TrafficSafetyMarketing.gov.  
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