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A Cognitive-Behavioral Approach: Treating Cocaine Addiction - A Therapy Manual for Drug Addiction
The following article presents a manual for the use of cognitive-behavior therapy with individuals who abuse or are dependent on cocaine. It covers the general principles and structure of cognitive-behavior therapy, reviews supporting research and provides examples of key areas that should be covered in working with cocaine-addicted individuals. These include managing cravings, thoughts of cocaine, reducing availability, enhancing motivation, eliciting the support of significant others and more.
Keywords: Drug abuse, substance abuse, chemical dependency, addiction, cocaine, cognitive-behavior therapy, behavioral therapy, manualized treatment, treatment manual
Approval Bodies:
Professional Development
American Psychological Association
Florida Dept. of Health (Board of Social Work, Marriage & Family, Mental Health Counseling)
Florida Board of Nursing
California Board of Nursing
CAADAC, California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors
CAADE - California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators
Illinois Social Work Continuing Education
Association of Social Work Boards Approved Continuing Education (ACE)
NAADAC, National Association for Addiction Professionals
National Board for Certified Counselors
Ohio Board of Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Illinois Department of Professional Regulation
Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board (C)
IAODAPCA - Addictions
Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners
Texas Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists
