COUN 610 - Counseling Substance Use Disorders & Behavioral Addictions

Credits: 4.5

This course examines substance use disorders and behavioral addictions, in multiple client populations, and their treatment. Students will learn how to conduct assessment for and diagnosis of substance use disorders and behavioral addictions, including co-occurring disorders; the effects of substances and addictions on the client and others; etiology; and best practices in counseling and treatment. The course provides students with an understanding of correlates of physiological and psychological effects of drugs and the significance of treatment planning in diverse settings. The course helps students use the knowledge of individual, group, and family counseling strategies as they are applied to behavior change and relapse prevention. Student must be accepted into the CMHC program to register.

Prerequisites: COUN 550 and COUN 570