Addiction Counseling Practices

Question 1

a systematic process in which a client becomes known to the addiction counselor and/or the treatment program

Answer 1

evaluation

Question 2

the first phase of evaluation where the potential client is briefly interviewed to determine if he or she is appropriate for that specific facility

Answer 2

screening

Question 3

the second phase of evaluation where the client is interviewed extensively to determine the most effective treatment plan after he or she is admitted into the treatment program

Answer 3

assessment

Question 4

an outline for treatment based on each client’s needs developed after evaluation and constantly monitored for effectiveness

Answer 4

individualized treatment plan

Question 5

the process of seeking assistance for an issue or circumstance of a client that is beyond the scope of the primary treatment facility

Answer 5

referral

Question 6

a group of professionals who have the common task of providing a specific element of treatment to a particular client

Answer 6

multi disciplinary addiction treatment team

Question 7

when a client returns to psychoactive substance use after a period of sobriety

Answer 7

relapse

Question 8

a written, individualized outline of how the client will continue to receive the support and services necessary to maintain sobriety

Answer 8

continuing care plan

Question 9

the proactive process which enables individuals to resist destructive behavior

Answer 9

prevention