TAP 21: Addiction Counseling Competencies The Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes of Professional Practice

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TAP 21: Addiction Counseling Competencies The Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes of Professional Practice

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This manual from Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) enhances the competencies of substance use disorder treatment counselors. It discusses patient assessment and screening, treatment planning, referral, service coordination, counseling, family and community education, and cultural competency (SAMHSA, 2015).