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 judgment-free guidance that patients can utilize on their road to addiction recovery.
Benefits
- Creates a therapeutic alliance with the patients
- Encourages patient recovery
- Helps patients develop a relapse prevention plan
- Meets with family members to provide guidance
- Helps refer patients to outside support groups or other institutions that can assist further
