Theoretical Orientation: Outpatient Treatment Programs
Theoretical Orientation: Outpatient Treatment Programs
Marilyn Ramirez
Hunter College
There are several treatment modalities available for individuals with substance abuse disorder. It’s wonderful that there are so many options to support people with substance abuse issues (SUD). The road to recovery is so long for most people and finding the most suitable treatment program can be greatly beneficial to the client. On the other hand, starting a treatment program that is not the best fit can be very detrimental to the person’s road to recovery. One of the roles of the clinician is to identify with the client which treatment option is best for them. I will highlight what this process looks like and discuss in detail one specific …show more content…
Due to this a client is able to participate in an outpatient program without other people they know, being aware of it; it maintains the privacy of the client which can be very empowering. Additionally clients who are in school can continue their schooling without the treatment disrupting their studies (“Differences Between Outpatient,” n.d.). This is another advantage of this type of treatment modality. Someone who has strong social support could benefit from this type of treatment; due to the freedom they have they can continue to connect with their friends and family. If these are healthy relationships it can serve as a major protective factor. The duration of the program depends of many factors but the clients are typically in no rush to end treatment because they continue to live their normal lives (“Substance Abuse Therapy,” n.d.). For example in inpatient treatment clients can be eager to complete treatment to return to their regular lives. In outpatient care therapy is usually once a week and the client and clinician will determine when the sessions should be reduced or discontinued (“Substance Abuse Therapy,” n.d.). Therapy can be incredibly valuable for clients and the goal is to help them realize why they use the substance and teach them various tools to reduce or eliminate the need to use the substance (“Substance Abuse Therapy,” n.d.). Outpatient treatment programs offer group, individual, and even family counseling (“Gateway Rehab Hope,” n.d.). Some clients may want their family involved in the counseling process if they believe it will support their recovery. Family involvement is something that clinicians and program professionals embrace- especially if the client prefers it. Support
Marilyn Ramirez
Hunter College
There are several treatment modalities available for individuals with substance abuse disorder. It’s wonderful that there are so many options to support people with substance abuse issues (SUD). The road to recovery is so long for most people and finding the most suitable treatment program can be greatly beneficial to the client. On the other hand, starting a treatment program that is not the best fit can be very detrimental to the person’s road to recovery. One of the roles of the clinician is to identify with the client which treatment option is best for them. I will highlight what this process looks like and discuss in detail one specific …show more content…
Due to this a client is able to participate in an outpatient program without other people they know, being aware of it; it maintains the privacy of the client which can be very empowering. Additionally clients who are in school can continue their schooling without the treatment disrupting their studies (“Differences Between Outpatient,” n.d.). This is another advantage of this type of treatment modality. Someone who has strong social support could benefit from this type of treatment; due to the freedom they have they can continue to connect with their friends and family. If these are healthy relationships it can serve as a major protective factor. The duration of the program depends of many factors but the clients are typically in no rush to end treatment because they continue to live their normal lives (“Substance Abuse Therapy,” n.d.). For example in inpatient treatment clients can be eager to complete treatment to return to their regular lives. In outpatient care therapy is usually once a week and the client and clinician will determine when the sessions should be reduced or discontinued (“Substance Abuse Therapy,” n.d.). Therapy can be incredibly valuable for clients and the goal is to help them realize why they use the substance and teach them various tools to reduce or eliminate the need to use the substance (“Substance Abuse Therapy,” n.d.). Outpatient treatment programs offer group, individual, and even family counseling (“Gateway Rehab Hope,” n.d.). Some clients may want their family involved in the counseling process if they believe it will support their recovery. Family involvement is something that clinicians and program professionals embrace- especially if the client prefers it. Support