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If you're a DOT employee who’s tested positive for cannabis, you're likely facing tough questions about your future — around your career, health, and next steps.

You might feel overwhelmed, ashamed, or frustrated by a system that treats cannabis use as a moral failure rather than a complex issue. Maybe you’re confused by the return-to-duty process or unsure what this means for your relationship with cannabis. You could be wondering, Did I mess up? What now? Whatever you’re feeling — fear, regret, curiosity — it’s valid.

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Understanding Cannabis: An Informed & Unbiased Approach – Cannabis Education for DOT Employees was developed by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in addiction and cannabis education, with a deep understanding of the latest research on cannabis use, medical marijuana, and mental health.

This isn’t a punishment or a lecture on what you’ve done wrong. It’s a science-informed, clinically grounded program designed to give you the most current and balanced information about cannabis, so you can make thoughtful, informed decisions about your relationship with it — and your future with the DOT.

You deserve more than scare tactics. You deserve real information — and real support.

I’m passionate about helping people stay calm, cool, and collected when navigating complex and high-stakes situations. This program provides clear, factual, and unbiased education about cannabis—what it is, how it works in the body, and how it intersects with DOT regulations and workplace testing.

I’ve helped many individuals better understand their test results, make sense of confusing or conflicting information, and move forward feeling informed and confident rather than overwhelmed or reactive.

You’ll learn how cannabis affects the brain and body, what testing does and does not measure, and how to make responsible, informed decisions that support your career and compliance requirements.

Change starts with understanding. I’m here to guide you through the information so you can move forward steady, informed, and prepared.

• Clinical Expertise: As an LCSW, I bring professional mental health training, substance use expertise, and a deep understanding of SAP/DOT regulations.

• Non-Judgmental Approach: You’ll receive education and support — not punishment or stigma.

• DOT-Specific Knowledge: This program was specifically designed to align with what DOT employees and SAPs are typically looking for.

• Secure, Confidential Services: All coursework, groups, and therapy sessions are HIPAA-compliant and fully confidential.

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Clinically Grounded. Scientifically Current.

Course content is built on up-to-date neuroscience and medical research, reflecting a clinician’s understanding of how cannabis actually affects the body—without bias or agenda.

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Education You Can Trust—Not Opinion or Advocacy.

Material is drawn from current research and presented in a neutral, evidence-based way, supporting informed understanding rather than fear-based or pro-cannabis messaging.

PACKAGES

Choose your plan

Class only

$100

✅ Access the self-paced, online course created and taught by a LCSW

✅ Learn about cannabis science, health impacts, legal issues, and risk factors — all presented in an unbiased, evidence-based way

✅ Receive a Certificate of Completion for submission to your SAP and employer

Class + Group

$199

✅ Everything included in the Class Only option

✅ PLUS 2 live, small groups facilitated by a LCSW with expertise in cannabis education, and substance use challenges

✅ Dedicated time to ask questions and receive accurate, evidence-based answers from a licensed clinician

✅ Get reliable information in a supportive setting — no judgment, no assumptions

Class + Coaching

$499

Yes — the course is specifically designed to meet common SAP education recommendations. However, always confirm with your SAP if they require additional therapy sessions beyond education.

No referral is required to enroll. However, it’s a good idea to share the course details with your SAP to ensure it aligns with their recommendations for your return-to-duty process.

The course and all sessions are created, taught, and facilitated by Laura Geftman, LCSW with years of experience supporting individuals navigating substance use challenges.

An LCSW brings clinical training, ethical standards, and a deep understanding of addiction, mental health, and behavior change. Unlike generic online courses, this program is grounded in both science and therapeutic experience — offering you credible education, emotional support, and guidance that considers your whole self, not just your cannabis use.

The self-paced course typically takes 6 hours to complete, but you have 30 days of access to finish on your schedule.

Yes. Your privacy is a top priority. All parts of the program — including the online course, group sessions with other participants, and one-on-one therapy — are held on secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms. While group sessions involve others in similar situations, respectful participation and confidentiality are expected from everyone involved. No personal information is shared outside the group without your written consent.

Yes. The course explores both recreational and medical cannabis use, including the latest scientific research, potential therapeutic benefits, and how this intersects with DOT policies and federal regulations.

Absolutely. You can upgrade at any time to add group sessions or individual therapy for additional support.

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Don't hesitate

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If You’ve Tested Positive for Cannabis, You’re Not Alone.

You Deserve Support,
Not Shame.

Supporting DOT Employees with Expert, Non-Judgmental Cannabis Education

This moment doesn’t define you, but it can be a turning point. You deserve support, not judgment. Clarity, not shame. You're not alone — and you're not without options.

MEET THE CANNABIS COACH IN YOUR CORNER

Hi, I’m Laura Geftman, LCSW (she/her)

Why Work with a LCSW?

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Clinically Grounded. Scientifically Current.

Education You Can Trust—Not Opinion or Advocacy.