Addiction Counseling: Individual, Group, Family, Adolescents, Kids

Catalog description

The purpose of this course is to develop clinical skills in the context of treating addiction. Students will have several learning opportunities to increase their knowledge of counseling interventions with individuals, as well as to practice the skills. The focus of this course is to practice assessment skills, motivational interviewing skills, addressing resistance, assisting hostile clients, and mindfulness skills. Students will explore group dynamics present in addiction treatment groups, practice group counseling skills, and deepen understanding of the variety of self-help, peer support, recovery focused groups available. The class will provide learning opportunities to increase cultural competency and approaches to working with special populations. Additionally, this course is designed to include knowledge and counseling specific to family systems, adolescents, and kids.