Fear and AddictionFear and Addiction
All Things Substance
Fear and addiction always show up together. Being in active addiction fills a person with fear of so many things. Today we’ll talk about managing that fear in our therapy sessions.
29:46•28 Feb 2022
Tackling Fear in Therapy: Betsy Byler's Guide for Therapists
“To be in an active addiction is to have fear, so know that when you start asking about it, there's going to be fear in the background.”
Fear and addiction often go hand-in-hand, making therapy sessions particularly challenging. In this episode of 'All Things Substance', host Betsy Byler dives into how therapists can effectively manage fear when working with clients struggling with substance use. Betsy, a seasoned therapist and substance abuse counselor, breaks down the complexities of fear in active addiction and offers practical advice on addressing these fears in a therapeutic setting.
She sheds light on the nuances of confidentiality and reporting requirements, especially when dealing with pregnant clients facing substance use issues. Additionally, Betsy discusses the often-overlooked fear of never feeling happy again that many clients experience, along with the phenomenon of dissociation. This episode is packed with valuable insights for therapists aiming to better support their clients through the intertwined challenges of fear and addiction.
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