Perceived Preparedness: A Phenomenological Study of Licensed Counselors’ Readiness to Treat Substance Use Disorders

This phenomenological study examined the lived experiences of 11 licensed professional counselors (LPCs, LPCCs, LPCC-Ss), exploring their educational and professional trajectories and perceived preparedness for working with clients suffering from substance use disorders. The findings of semi-structu...

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VerfasserInnen: Middleton, Tanya J. (Verfasst von) ; Obinnakwelu, Emeka (Verfasst von) ; Tamakloe, Ildico (Verfasst von) ; Shabazz, Kyla (Verfasst von) ; Rodgers, Janayia (Verfasst von)
Medienart: Elektronisch Aufsatz
Sprache:Englisch
Veröffentlicht: 2025
In: Journal of addictions & offender counseling
Jahr: 2025, Band: 46, Heft: 2, Seiten: 134-144
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Substance use disorders
phenomenological
counselor education
CACREP
Addiction
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Zusammenfassung:This phenomenological study examined the lived experiences of 11 licensed professional counselors (LPCs, LPCCs, LPCC-Ss), exploring their educational and professional trajectories and perceived preparedness for working with clients suffering from substance use disorders. The findings of semi-structured interviews identified five main themes and two subthemes regarding experiences perceived as helpful throughout their educational and professional trajectories. The findings are relevant for CACREP-accredited counselor education programs and the profession. Recommendations are reviewed, along with suggestions to enhance counselors' readiness to meet the growing demand.
ISSN:2161-1874
DOI:10.1002/jaoc.70002