Addictions Counseling - Objectives

Graduates from this major should be able to:

• Explain the biopsychosocial-spiritual dimension of addictions.
• Demonstrate an understanding of sin and God's transformative power and grace using helpers and helping systems across the biopsychosocial and spiritual dimensions of addiction/recovery.
• Synthesize assessment and enhancement of client motivation within a broader context of assessment, treatment planning, and client/system change.
• Differentiate among and evaluate the theories underlying addictions counseling and apply them in practice.
• Discuss the pharmacological properties of major drugs and their impact on the brain and behavior.
• Demonstrate an understanding of ethical practice with diverse populations.
• Facilitate group therapy for addicted individuals effectively.