Even in the best of circumstances, treating substance abuse issues is challenging and complex. Effective therapies must be holistic, meaning they take into account the particular circumstances and traits that may provide additional barriers to healing. One of the most common of these is mental … [Read more...] about Addressing a Personality Disorder during Substance Abuse Treatment
12 Core Functions: Furthering Client Treatment through Consultation
Addiction isn’t easy. It can be as pervasive and damaging as cancer. For substance abuse counselors, treatment doesn’t always end after court-ordered or initial counseling. In many cases, this is the first step in recovery, and client treatment is furthered through consultation both during and after … [Read more...] about 12 Core Functions: Furthering Client Treatment through Consultation
12 Core Functions: Counselor Report and Record Keeping
Writing reports and keeping records is absolutely critical to client care. Without an accurate history of a client’s progress, collaboration between caregivers becomes impossible, goal-setting becomes pointless, and prescribing medicine or therapies becomes dangerous. You’ll need to demonstrate the … [Read more...] about 12 Core Functions: Counselor Report and Record Keeping
Cognitive Behavioral Issues: Do They Stem from Childhood?
You are what you eat. It’s one of the most used adages from the time we’re born. Mama knows best, and she always pushes those fruits and veggies in large quantities because, “Kiddo, you are what you eat!” Everything – physical, emotional, cognitive – develops as we grow, and childhood is one of the … [Read more...] about Cognitive Behavioral Issues: Do They Stem from Childhood?
A Look at Brain Development and Addictive Substances
Underage drinking and doing drugs as a child or teen are strongly discouraged because of the negative impact addictive substances have on brain development. But just how long does it take for the brain to develop, and why are addictive substances such a danger? The University of Rochester raises … [Read more...] about A Look at Brain Development and Addictive Substances
Should I Use E-Cigarettes to Quit Smoking?
E-Cigarettes, they’re tobacco free. You might have seen them pop up without even realizing it. Commonly referred to as vapes and vaping, e-cigs are taking the consumer market by storm. They’re marketed as the “safe way” to quit smoking and satisfy the need to light up, but the truth is there isn’t … [Read more...] about Should I Use E-Cigarettes to Quit Smoking?
12 Core Functions: Identifying the Need for a Referral
When a client’s needs go beyond what you and your agency can provide, you’ll need to refer them to other resources within their community and support network. The process is much more involved than simply providing contact information. There are several aspects to each referral that need to be … [Read more...] about 12 Core Functions: Identifying the Need for a Referral
