Essentials of Chemical Dependency Counseling
Essentials of Chemical Dependency Counseling

Author: Gary Lawson

Publisher:

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 520

ISBN-13:

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The newly revised edition of this well-known, evidence-based text presents new ways of thinking about and addressing problems related to chemical dependency treatment and prevention. Essentials of Chemical Dependency Counseling, Third Edition explores the full range of issues that face today's counselors and counselors-in-training. Also included are practical suggestions for career success. The revised edition now offers two new chapters on counseling those who are reluctant to recover and harm reduction; up-to-date material on legal and ethical issues, family counseling, and diversity; a new assessment instrument for client characterization; coverage of Technical Assistance Publication 21, the new national standards for training chemical dependency counselors; a new appendix containing useful chemical dependency-related Web sites; and updated frequently asked questions and answers about clients and the counseling field. The use of chapter objectives and discussion questions and the availability of an instructor's manual make this an ideal textbook for use in chemical dependency counseling courses in programs of psychology, family therapy, and social work.

Chemical Dependency Counseling
Chemical Dependency Counseling

Author: Robert R. Perkinson

Publisher: SAGE

Published: 2011-06-17

Total Pages: 881

ISBN-13: 1412979218

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This volume is the most comprehensive guide for counselors and front-line professionals who work with the chemically dependant in a variety of settings. It is a basic introduction that guides the counselor through treatment from A to Z. Chapters cover the gamut of treatment issues, including developing the therapeutic alliance, screening, detoxification, biopsychosocial assessment, dual-diagnosis, patient orientation, treatment planning, individual therapy, group therapy, case management, crisis intervention, referral, record keeping, discharge planning, and referral. Author Robert R. Perkinson provides case studies and step-by-step instructions with clear explanations and procedures that counselors need to use in all phases of patient care. One of the key features of this volume is the inclusion of over 50 appendices, which includes screening questionnaires, scales, history assessments, personal recovery plans, in-patient and out-patient schedules, and many, many more. The new edition includes more appendicies and updates of existing ones. Inclusion of issues of diversity and working with diverse clients Discussion of new treatment for addiction with detailed plan New discussion of relapse triggers, including negative emotions, social pressure, interpersonal conflict and the recovery community. New discussion of co-occuring disorders

Outlines and Highlights for Essentials of Chemical Dependency Counseling by Lawson
Outlines and Highlights for Essentials of Chemical Dependency Counseling by Lawson

Author: Cram101 Textbook Reviews

Publisher: Cram101

Published: 2006-06

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9781428801004

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Never HIGHLIGHT a Book Again! Virtually all of the testable terms, concepts, persons, places, and events from the textbook are included. Cram101 Just the FACTS101 studyguides give all of the outlines, highlights, notes, and quizzes for your textbook with optional online comprehensive practice tests. Only Cram101 is Textbook Specific. Accompanys: 9780834218246 9780944480342 .

Chemical Dependency Counseling
Chemical Dependency Counseling

Author: Robert R. Perkinson

Publisher: SAGE Publications

Published: 2016-08-11

Total Pages: 991

ISBN-13: 1506307361

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The best-selling Chemical Dependency Counseling: A Practical Guide provides counselors and front-line mental health professionals with the information and skills they need to use evidence-based treatments, including motivational enhancement, cognitive behavioral therapy, skills training, medication, and 12-step facilitation. Guiding the counselor step by step through treatment, author Robert R. Perkinson presents state-of-the-art tools, forms, and tests necessary for client success while meeting the highest standards demanded by accrediting bodies. The Fifth Edition of this landmark text has been updated to include coverage of current topics of concern for counselors, including full compliance with DSM-5, new coverage of steps 6 – 12 in 12-step facilitation, discussions on synthetic and designer drugs, new psychotherapeutic medications, new survey data on patterns of use and abuse, a list of online recovery support groups for clients, and a new section on Recommendations for a Successful First Year in Recovery. About the Author Robert R. Perkinson is the clinical director of Keystone Treatment Center in Canton, South Dakota. He is a licensed psychologist; licensed marriage & family therapist; internationally certified alcohol and drug counselor; and a nationally certified gambling counselor and supervisor. In addition to the best-selling Chemical Dependency Counseling: A Practical Guide, Fifth Edition, Dr. Perkinson is the author of The Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Client Workbook, Third Edition and The Gambling Addiction Client Workbook, Third Edition.

Dual Disorders
Dual Disorders

Author: Dennis C Daley

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2009-07-31

Total Pages: 435

ISBN-13: 1592857701

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The leading text on the biological and psychological relationship between mental illness and addiction, Dual Disorders contains important resources for individuals and their families. Depression. Schizophrenia. Post-traumatic stress disorder. Millions of individuals diagnosed with psychiatric or emotional disorders must battle an equally menacing and powerful disease--chemical dependency. First published in 1993, Dual Disorders is the leading text on the biological and psychological relationship between mental illness and addiction. The third edition of this Hazelden best-seller includes the latest research, information about medications, and an explanation of diagnostic criteria. Key features and benefits: outlines the relationship between chemical dependency and psychiatric disorders; contains important resources for chemically dependent individuals and their families; and presents practical relapse prevention strategies.

Clinical Supervision in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling
Clinical Supervision in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling

Author: David J. Powell

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2007-07-20

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 0470234806

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"The perfect handbook for the clinical supervisor." —Nancy Waite-O’Brien, director, Education and Training, Betty Ford Center "An outstanding contribution to the professional well-being of the addiction field." —Thomas McGovern, editor, Addiction Treatment Quarterly "Forever useful." —S. Beckett, education and training coordinator, National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors

Developing Clinical Skills for Substance Abuse Counseling
Developing Clinical Skills for Substance Abuse Counseling

Author: Daniel L. Yalisove

Publisher:

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13:

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This skill-building primer provides a framework for understanding substance abuse and teaches the basic concepts and skills necessary for effective counseling of clients with substance use disorders. In Part I, Dr. Yalisove discusses counselor roles and the fundamental principles of substance abuse counseling. He then provides a synopsis of several key substance abuse theories as well as his own Building Session Goals and Strategies method and the Eight Stage Process of Counseling approach, all of which are practical, compatible means for learning and mastering clinical counseling skills. Part II illustrates applications of the tenets of these approaches in clinical situations-from beginning counseling sessions through termination-using experiential exercises, role-plays, and clinical scenario examples. Chapters on group work, counseling clients with dual disorders, family counseling, and working with diverse client populations follow. A helpful chapter on creating client treatment plans and writing clinical reports rounds out the book. Dr. Yalisove's clear and concise writing style and his practical approach to developing critical thinking and counseling skills makes this an ideal supplemental text for addictions courses.--Amazon.com.

Addictions Counseling
Addictions Counseling

Author: Dianne Doyle Pita

Publisher: Crossroad

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780824522629

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'Addictions Counseling' has been thoroughly updated to reflect changes in the field during the past ten years. However, the focus remains on helping the 'whole person'.