The role of an addiction counselor is critical in helping individuals overcome addictive impulses as well as substance abuse. Helping individuals overcome this can be achieved through licensed counselors with degrees in counseling, or also through educated professionals, some licensed, others not, who are certified in substance abuse counseling.   Substance Abuse Counseling itself does not require a license, but numerous professionals in the counseling field add such certifications to their background

The article,  “The Role of the Counselor in Addiction Recovery” from Wake Forest University looks at the role of an Addiction Counselor.  The article states,

“Substance abuse counselors provide a necessary support system for individuals recovering from eating disorders, drug and alcohol issues, gambling addictions, and other behavioral issues. By forming a relationship built on trust with their patients, counselors provide the support, resources, and judgement-free guidance that patients can utilize on their road to addiction recovery.”

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Please also review the Substance Abuse Counseling Training program at AIHCP which helps professional earn a certification in this field.

One of a big issues in recovery for substance abusers is the stimga.  The stigma of being a previous user of whatever drug produces an image of someone undesirable.  Whether in the workforce or among social gatherings, this stigma can make it difficult for addicted to recover.  It is important to help substance abusers to have a healthy self esteem with their recovery

Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Program to learn more about helping others recover from Substance Abuse.

More women are drinking and less women are getting the help they need for substance abuse.  Women sometimes are not seen as alcoholics but the reality is they are facing the same issues as men and the numbers are growing.

The article, “Women are Drinking More, but Get Less Help for Alcohol Abuse” states,

However, a recent study found that most people, especially women, with cirrhosis are not receiving substance abuse treatment to help them recover from alcoholism — even if their insurance plan offers coverage for addiction disorders.

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Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Certification and see if it matches your academic and professional needs.  With a certification in Substance Abuse Counseling, you can help others overcome their addiction.

Substance Abuse can have large negative effects on employee life and also output at work.  The consequences of substance abuse effect productivity but also employee availability and professionalism throughout the week.  It is critical to have a strong policy on substance abuse with employees.  Still, how can an employer help an employee who is suffering from addiction?  How can an employer help them overcome their issues and become productive employees again?

The article “The Impact of Substance Use Disorder on Professionals and their Employers” by Recovery Unplugged looks at the many issues surrounding this.  The article states,

“Little by little, substance use disorder (SUD) infiltrates every area of a sufferer’s life. One of the most immediate areas in which the impact of excessive drug and alcohol abuse can be felt is in the workplace. Data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) indicates that nearly 11 million full-time workers in the United States struggle with SUD.”

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With such a high number of SUD it is critical for employers to be well informed on this issue.  Please also review our Substance Abuse Counseling Program and see if it matches your academic and professional needs.