Theoretical foundation of group counseling for Substance Use Disorder treatment. Use of groups in inpatient and outpatient treatment is discussed. Focuses on use of information in groups to foster change and growth, dynamics of group interaction/group composition, goal-setting, managing tasks, roles and normative boundaries, as well as skill practice.
Course Learning Outcomes
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Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
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Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).
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Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
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Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).
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Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
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Understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counselors.
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Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
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Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).
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Core Topics
- Identify how one’s own values can affect the counseling process.
- Recognize various kinds of groups and how they are different.
- Understand the stages of the group process.
- Recognize issues in the group process such as resistance, denial, over disclosure, transference, countertransference, etc.
- Utilize a variety of techniques in groups to facilitate change.