IC&RC Introduction Choosing the proper certification is a pivotal step in shaping your career in addiction counseling. Whether you’re just starting or looking to advance your qualifications, understanding the differences between IC&RC and NAADAC certifications can help you make an informed decision that aligns with your professional goals. When I […]
Being a Counselor
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Addiction to drugs or alcohol can be an on-going nightmare for those affected. It is a horrible disease that leads to compulsive behavior and disrupt a person’s life and their families life’s as well. Addiction not only affects the addict but it also affects the entire family. Addicts tend to […]
Are you interested in finding a virtual counselor? This ultimate guide will help you with what is guiding you through finding a virtual counselor. The best way to start this process would be to discuss what a virtual counselor is. Simply put, a virtual counselor is a licensed mental health […]
Finding a Black therapist in Seattle, Washington, may appear quite challenging, but there are available Black therapists in Washington if you know where to look for them. If your search intent is to find a Black mental health therapist near me, we can help you connect to the right therapist. […]
There is no such thing as a perfect counselor. Even if you were a perfect addictions counselor, you would still have clients who relapse. You are going to make some mistakes along the way. The good news is that in most situations these mistakes are not catastrophic and they can […]
With any profession it is critical to make yourself more appealing to potential employers. Even if you are satisfied with your current job, having other employers pursue you, gives you leverage, helps boost your self-esteem and can give you more credibility in your field. So, in the field of substance […]
I have had many conversations with clients over the years discussing trust. We have talked about how easy it is to lose someone’s trust and how earning trust takes time and consistency. The same could be said for earning credibility as a counselor. I am sure that building a good […]
It seems obvious that counselors would be good listeners; however, developing our listening skills is often overlooked because we think it is easy to be a good listener. Being an active listener is a skill that requires effort and practice. You can’t apply all of your other counseling skills until […]
Being a substance abuse counselor is one of the few professions where having a “checkered” past can actually be an advantage. While it isn’t like it was 30 years ago, when most substance abuse counselors were in recovery, there are still a significant number of addictions professionals, who identify themselves […]
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 […]