RT Article
T1 Perceived Preparedness: A Phenomenological Study of Licensed Counselors’ Readiness to Treat Substance Use Disorders
JF Journal of addictions & offender counseling
VO 46
IS 2
SP 134
OP 144
A1 Middleton, Tanya J.
A1 Obinnakwelu, Emeka
A1 Tamakloe, Ildico
A1 Shabazz, Kyla
A1 Rodgers, Janayia
A2 Obinnakwelu, Emeka
A2 Tamakloe, Ildico
A2 Shabazz, Kyla
A2 Rodgers, Janayia
LA English
YR 2025
UL https://krimdok.uni-tuebingen.de/Record/1937673502
AB 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.
K1 Substance use disorders
K1 phenomenological
K1 counselor education
K1 CACREP
K1 Addiction
DO 10.1002/jaoc.70002