Treating Alcohol and Drug Problems in Psychotherapy Practice, First Edition : Doing What Works

Written specifically for the office-based psychotherapist, this practical guide describes how to detect, assess, diagnose, and treat clients presenting with a range of alcohol and drug problems.

Detailed is an integrated, flexible psychotherapeutic approach that emphasizes building a strong therapeutic relationship, engaging clients "where they are," and addressing substance use within the larger context of clients' lives.

The authors describe in very pragmatic terms how to use a combination of motivational, cognitive-behavioural, 12-step, and psychodynamic techniques with clients at different stages of change.

Techniques are brought to life with numerous case vignettes, and appendices include reproducible client forms and handouts.