Addictions Counseling ((3))

Catalog description

Fulfills the California Board of Behavioral Sciences requirement for surveying the treatment of substance-related and addiction disorders. This course focuses on understanding clinical issues related to addictions counseling and will address etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of addictions. Additional focus will be placed on developing understanding of recovery, co-occurring mental health issues, social and psychological implications of socioeconomic position, and cultural awareness and competencies. Prerequisites: Classified Standing in the MS in Counseling Psychology.