Addiction Counseling: Treatment andContemporary Issues (COUN 534)

Term: 2020-2021 - SUMMER SESSION A

Faculty

Chelsea L ModlinShow MyInfo popup for Chelsea L Modlin

Chelsea.Modlin@uj.edu

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My name is Chelsea Modlin, and I am an adjunct instructor in the MCC program. In my full-time job, I work as a mental health therapist in a human service agency where we provide outpatient services to individuals with significant mental health and/or substance use diagnoses. I have five sons ages 17, 12, 8, 7, and 6 and I stay very busy with their activities that include many sports! We have two golden retrievers named Lola and Lucy and a bearded dragon named Trexx. When I have free time, I love to work in my flower garden and read. 

Description

Study of the theories and scope of addiction from both the personal and social viewpoints with consideration given to the impact on the family. Provides theoretical knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provide addictions counseling services in both school and mental health settings. Emphasis is on diagnosis and evidence-based treatment for addictions, problem gambling, and co-occurring disorders. The impact of "stigma" as well as the history and contributions of the recovery movement are explored. Consideration is given to current trends, cultural context and primary prevention resources. Ethical and legal considerations in practice are also addressed. Prereq: Coun 510, 511.