The success rate is very low You only work with criminals They don’t want to stop using drugs The clients lie and manipulate Substance abuse counselors aren’t as well respected as other counselors It probably isn’t going to make you rich. There seems to be a lot of burnout with […]
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There are certain advantages and disadvantages of becoming a substance abuse counselor. Advantages: A significant advantage is that you probably will not have difficulty finding a job. With the rise of addiction, the need for substance abuse counselors is in high demand. In fact according to the U.S. Bureau of […]
Over the years, I have heard of success rates of treatment that were all over the board and have come to the conclusion that “success rates” don’t really tell us a whole lot. Part of the problem seems to be that everyone has their own definition of success. I have […]
Introduction Starting your private practice in addiction counseling is both rewarding and challenging. With over 16 years of experience in the field, I’ve seen the transformative power of dedicated counseling on individuals battling addiction. This guide provides a comprehensive roadmap to establishing a successful private practice, covering essential steps, necessary […]
Having worked as a substance abuse counselor for over 16 years, I have worked for, worked with, and supervised a lot of counselors. I have seen some excellent counselors who found their jobs challenging and rewarding. I have also seen counselors who got discouraged, burned out, and regretted ever getting […]