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Evaluation of drug counselor training: a pilot study
The International Journal of the Addictions
|May 1, 1983
Summary
This study explored training for drug counselors on building therapeutic relationships. While some improvements were noted, the training primarily boosted counselor self-confidence in their relationship-building abilities.
Area of Science:
- Addiction counseling
- Psychology
- Social work
Background:
- Effective therapeutic relationships are crucial for successful drug counseling outcomes.
- Training interventions can enhance counselor skills in client engagement.
- Measuring counselor performance and self-perception is key to evaluating training effectiveness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a training course designed to improve drug counselors' ability to form therapeutic alliances.
- To assess changes in counselor empathy, sensitivity, and problem-solving skills post-training.
- To explore the impact of training on counselor self-perceptions of their relational capabilities.
Main Methods:
- Pilot evaluation study design.
- Pre- and post-training assessments of counselor skills.
- Utilized counselor self-ratings, client ratings, and supervisor ratings of counselor behaviors.
Main Results:
- Preliminary findings indicate a positive trend in drug counselor functioning after training.
- Improvements were observed in empathy, sensitivity to client values, and problem-solving techniques.
- The most significant impact appeared to be an increase in counselor self-confidence regarding therapeutic relationship establishment.
Conclusions:
- The training course shows potential for enhancing drug counselor skills and client relationship building.
- Increased counselor self-efficacy is a notable outcome, potentially influencing practice.
- Further research with larger samples is warranted to confirm these preliminary findings.