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In January 2021, Cailyn Green, MS, Ph.D., CASAC became our addiction counseling technician program's lead instructor. We are proud to have her as a valued member of the Stautzenberger College family.
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September 22nd is National Online Recovery Day! Created by Lionrock Recovery, a US-based telehealth provider, this campaign was designed “to raise awareness for online treatment of substance abuse.”1 According to the organization, more than 25 million people are recovering from substance use disorders while an additional 20 million still struggle with them.1 However, online treatment for these individuals is on the rise.
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How do you cope with stressful situations? Taking a break, exercising, or watching an episode of your favorite show could be helpful. With more important matters, maybe you need a friend or family member to listen. Knowing you aren't alone could be a key factor in getting your life back on track. That's why addiction counseling technicians (also known as addiction counselors) like me put our hearts into our work.
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You could complete the program in just 9 months.
Addiction Counselors represent an extremely important role in the recovery process from alcohol and drug abuse and develop close ties with their patients as they navigate the various stages of addiction. Addiction Counseling Technicians are often called simply Addiction Counselors or Substance Abuse Counselors.
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Thank you for making our 9-month Addiction Counseling Technician Diploma Program so well-received in your community. Many of you requested a 100% online version and we are pleased to say this is now an option!
Please share this with family or friends who may be interested in this new, rewarding career path.
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How do addiction counseling technicians help those struggling to recover from substance use and abuse? One method that addiction counseling technicians often employ is called “motivational interviewing.” Psychology Today states that motivational interviewing “helps people resolve ambivalent feelings and insecurities to find the internal motivation they need to change their behavior.
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