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The premier text on co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Written by professional counselors for counselors, this lucid text delivers comprehensive information for those who work with individuals suffering from these complex maladies. It is distinguished by its grounding in the holistic, wellness orientation of the counseling profession and a segment dedicated to specific populations such as military, LGBTQ+, multicultural, and those that are gender- or age-related. Contributing authors from diverse backgrounds, comprised mostly of counselors, provide an orientation that is distinct from that of the medical community. Written for masters and doctoral-level students in counselor education programs, the text provides the most current information available and is aligned with DSM-5 and CACREP standards. It offers a step-by-step approach to understanding COD concepts, guiding principles for working with such clients, treatment approaches and diagnostic considerations, and the neuroscience of addiction and mental health. It includes a breakdown of specific co-occurring disorders and describes special population considerations. Clinical Case Illustrations bring content to life and Discussion Questions reinforce information. A robust instructor's package includes an Instructor Manual, Test Bank, and Instructor Chapter PowerPoints. Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers. Key Features: Written by professional counselors for counselors Grounded in a holistic wellness orientation Offers a dedicated ""special populations"" section with considerations for age, gender, military, and LGBTQ+ groups Discusses diagnosis and treatment of specific co-occurring disorders Provides Clinical Case Illustrations from the perspective of a practicing counselor Includes chapter Learning Objectives and Discussion Questions to foster critical thinking Aligned with DSM-5 and CACREP standards

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Reginald W. Holt, PhD, is a tenured Associate Professor, Clinical Professional Counseling Program Coordinator, and Department Chair-Elect within the Department of Counselor Education and Family Therapy at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU). He completed a PhD in counseling/counselor education at the University of Missouri-St. Louis (CACREP), an MA in clinical psychology at East Tennessee State University, and a two-year post-graduate training program in advanced psychodynamic psychotherapy at the St. Louis Psychoanalytic Institute. Regina R. Moro, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Counselor Education at St. Bonaventure University. She is licensed as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Idaho, a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in North Carolina, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. She is also a National Certified Counselor and a Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider. She serves as the Practicum and Internship Coordinator for her current program, and has over 10 years of experience as a counselor educator.

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