PS 6400 - Treatment Modalities and Evidence Based Practices for Treatment & Recovery

This course provides the student with a fundamental understanding of key clinical counseling theories and techniques for the effective treatment of individuals with alcohol and other substance abuse disorders. The course explores various evidence based treatment modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Enhancement Therapy. Students gain an understanding of the rational for using one approach over another as well as the treatment modalities indicated based on the client’s clinical profile and the nature of their substance abuse and addiction. (3 credits)