Assessment instruments used by addictions counselors.

The Association for Assessment in Counseling's Committee upon Assessment and Training in Addictions Counseling directioned a survey of Master Addictions Counselors (MACs) certified through the National Board for Certified Counselors. The intent of the observe was to identify which standardized assessment instruments were greatest in quantity frequently used by MACs and perceived to be greatest in quantity important in their substance abuse practices. This article describes observe results and provides training and practice recommendations.

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Despite an abundant literature base reporting the two the importance of assessment instruments within the counseling proces and the multiple benefits of using assessment instruments to establish pertinent client-relevant treatment