This unit provides students with a range of methods and approaches for working with people who struggle with addictive tendencies.

This unit provides students with a range of methods and approaches for working with people who struggle with addictive tendencies. The Process Oriented model, the Anthroposophical model, substance abuse counselling models such as Motivational Interviewing and the twelve-step self-help program of Alcoholics/Narcotics Anonymous will be critically compared and analysed within the context of the National Drug Strategy.

Theoretical material on addictive tendencies will be explored, using case studies and examples from clinical practice.

Students will work experientially to examine their own addictive processes in everyday life in order to develop self-awareness. Students will develop skills in working therapeutically with people struggling with addictions.