Written by two experienced clinicians, this book fills a key need by presenting an integrated model for dealing with substance use disorders (SUDs) in an office-based practice. Flexible, nondogmatic and practical, the text focuses on 'what works' in addressing SUDs from initial assessment through early, middle, and the later stages of treatment. The volume presents foundational issues and advances to detailed descriptions of clinical techniques. The authors show how to use a combination of motivational, cognitive-behavioral, 12-step, and psychodynamic strategies with individuals in different stages of change. The critical importance of the therapeutic relationship is underscored and information is applicable whether a person is specifically seeking help for an SUD or has entered therapy for other reasons.

Special topics include when to make referrals to specialized programs or practitioners, how to involve family members and significant others in treatment, the use of in-office drug testing, and considerations in providing office-based group therapy for SUDs. The material is enlivened by numerous case vignettes and helpful appendices include reproducible patient forms and handouts.

Educational Objectives

• Be better prepared to conduct assessments of substance use
• Have an increased ability to motivate patients to change
• Be more skilled at developing an individualized treatment plan
• Have a greater repertoire for working toward mutually agreed-on goals of abstinence or harm reduction
• Have increased skills to reduce risks and manage setbacks

Syllabus / Course Instructions

• The Course consists of reading the selected book, successfully completing an online posttest and filling out a course evaluation.
• The book is not included. It must be purchased separately. We have supplied a link to Amazon.com for your convenience.
• Purchasing your course will give you access to both a printable copy of the test and an online version. Print the test to use as a companion as you read the book and answer the questions.
• You cannot exit the online test once you begin, so have your answers available.