Essentials of Chemical Dependency Counseling-Fourth Edition

Three new chapters include help for aspiring counselors trying to negotiate the complex path of certification and licensure, an in-depth look at different types of psychopharmacology, and a review of evidenced-based practices for treating substance use disorders. Other updates include assessing readiness to change, couples counseling and chemical dependency, other addictions, uniting harm reduction and traditional treatment, as well as relapse prevention.

Gary W. Lawson • Ann W. Lawson • Erik E. Schoen