Learning the Language of Addiction

The rampant growth of addiction requires counselors to become knowledgeable in the dynamics of addiction. The Third Edition of this book is fully revised to include significant changes in theory and research that have emerged over the past five years. Two new chapters have been added, as well as a CD-ROM with clinical group exercises. Fully updated and expanded, Learning the Language of Addiction Counseling is an invaluable resource providing students and practicing counselors the knowledge and techniques needed to treat addicted individuals and their significant others.

Geri Miller, PhD, Diplomate in Counseling Psychology, ABPP, is a Professor in the Department of Human Development and Psychological Counseling at Appalachian State University. Dr. Miller is a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist and a Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board-Certified Clinical Supervisor. She has been a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) Site Team Member since 1992. She is the author of two books and was awarded the 2009 Ella Stephens Barrett Award for excellence in professional leadership, the most coveted honor bestowed by the North Carolina Counseling Association.

Preface	p. xi
Acknowledgments	p. xv
Introduction	p. 1
Personal Reflections	p. 1
Addiction Counseling Influences	p. 2
Theories of Addiction	p. 8
Theories of Counseling Related to Addiction Treatment	p. 19
Personal Reflections	p. 19
Development of a Theoretical Framework for Addiction Counseling	p. 19
Dangers in Developing a Theoretical Framework and Recommendations	p. 21
General Counseling Theories	p. 24
Assessment and Diagnosis of Addiction	p. 37
Personal Reflections	p. 37
Interviews	p. 38
Behavioral Observations	p. 45
Physiological Instruments	p. 46
Psychometric Instruments	p. 46
Diagnosis	p. 55
Stages of Change	p. 58
Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Co-Occurring Disorders	p. 63
Personal Reflections	p. 63
Historical Struggles Between the Fields	p. 65
General Guidelines	p. 66
Problems with Diagnosing	p. 67
Type of Co-Occurring Diagnoses	p. 69
Related Issues	p. 79
Screening	p. 85
Recognition of Problems in Different Settings	p. 85
Treatment Modifications and General Guidelines	p. 86
The Treatment process for addictions	p. 97
Personal Reflections	p. 97
Crisis Intervention	p. 97
Individual Therapy	p. 103
Group Therapy	p. 110
Family Therapy	p. 122
Specific Approaches	p. 129
Treatment-Related Issues	p. 145
Personal Reflections	p. 145
Sexual Issues	p. 146
HIV/AIDS	p. 154
Intimate Partner Violence	p. 162
Relapse Prevention	p. 183
Personal Reflections	p. 183
Counselor Approaches	p. 183
Relapse-Prevention Models	p. 187
Counseling Techniques	p. 193
Case Studies of Special Populations	p. 200
Co-Occurring Disorders	p. 203
Self-Help Groups	p. 209
Personal Reflections	p. 209
Suggestions for Counselors	p. 209
12-Step Groups	p. 211
Women for Sobriety	p. 219
16 Steps	p. 221
Rational Recovery	p. 223
Secular Organizations for Sobriety	p. 225
Self-Management and Recovery Training (Smart Recovery®)	p. 226
Matching Self-Help Groups to Meet Client Needs	p. 228
Special Issues	p. 234
Appendix Stories of Recovery	p. 241
Current and Evolving Therapy Approaches and Techniques	p. 243
Personal Reflections	p. 243
Positive Psychology	p. 243
Client Resilience	p. 246
Stages-of-Change Model	p. 248
Motivational Interviewing	p. 250
Brief Therapy	p. 255
Evaluation of Effectiveness	p. 267
Culturally Sensitive Addiction Counseling	p. 273
Personal Reflections	p. 273
Defining Multicultural	p. 274
Social-Environmental Aspects	p. 275
Breakdown of Communication	p. 277
Multicultural Competence	p. 277
Dialogue	p. 278
General Counseling Suggestions	p. 279
Assessment, Treatment, and Aftercare Issues	p. 280
Incorporating Spirituality into Addiction Counseling	p. 329
Personal Reflections	p. 329
Definition of Spirituality	p. 329
The History of the Merger: Spirituality and Addiction Counseling	p. 330
Bridges and Barriers	p. 332
Influencing Factors	p. 334
Assessment and Treatment	p. 334
Counseling Resources and Techniques	p. 336
Counselor Self-Care	p. 339
Ethical Issues	p. 342
Chronic Pain Assessment, Treatment, and Aftercare	p. 345
Personal Reflections	p. 345
Definition of Pain	p. 347
Issues of Living Sober with Chronic Pain	p. 347
Assessment and Treatment	p. 349
Personal and Professional Development of the Counselor	p. 359
Personal Reflections	p. 359
Ethical Issues	p. 359
Testifying in Court	p. 368
Working with Difficult Others	p. 372
Self-Care	p. 377
Working with Addicts	p. 383
Preparing for Certification and Licensure as an Addiction Professional	p. 393
Personal Reflections	p. 393
Self-Care on the Journey	p. 395
Supervision	p. 397
Credentialing	p. 399
References	p. 407
Author Index	p. 447
Subject Index	p. 457
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