Treating Addiction: A Guide for Professionals (Second Edition)

By William R. Miller, Alyssa A. Forcehimes & Allen Zweben

Treating Addiction: A Guide for Professionals, Second Edition is a comprehensive, evidence-based resource for clinicians working with individuals affected by substance use disorders. Written by leaders in the field of addiction treatment, this book integrates research, clinical expertise, and practical guidance to support effective and compassionate care.

This updated edition reflects advances in addiction science, treatment planning, and integrated care for co-occurring disorders. It emphasizes motivational interviewing, behavioral therapies, and evidence-based clinical strategies applicable across a wide range of treatment settings.

What This Book Does

This guide provides clinicians with a clear, practical framework for assessing and treating substance use disorders. It supports effective engagement, behavior change, relapse prevention, and long-term recovery using approaches grounded in research and real-world clinical practice.

Key Features of the Second Edition

• Clinician-focused guidance for treating substance use disorders
• Strong foundation in motivational interviewing principles
• Updated research on addiction, recovery, and relapse prevention
• Case examples illustrating real-world clinical challenges
• Applicable across medical, mental health, and community settings

Who Should Use This Book?

• Addiction counselors and therapists
• Psychologists, social workers, and mental health clinicians
• Substance use treatment professionals
• Graduate students in counseling, psychology, and social work
• Healthcare providers working in behavioral health settings

Why It’s Essential (Strengths)

• Authored by internationally recognized leaders in addiction treatment
• Balances scientific evidence with practical clinical application
• Emphasizes motivational interviewing and behavior change
• Widely used in clinical training and professional practice
• Excellent value at BooksGoat with free shipping

An essential guide for effective, evidence-based addiction treatment.
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