CDCA Counseling Procedures & Strategies 4

Question 1

A client using cocaine also drinks alcohol heavily on weekends but denies being an alcoholic because they 'only drink on weekends.' How should the counselor respond?

Accepted Answer

Explore the pattern, amount, and consequences of weekend drinking without labeling

Answer

Exploring patterns and consequences without labeling reduces defensiveness and allows for a thorough assessment of all substance use.

Question 2

Which therapeutic skill involves the counselor accurately capturing both the content and feeling of what a client has expressed?

Accepted Answer

Empathic reflection

Answer

Empathic reflection captures both the cognitive content and emotional tone of a client's message, demonstrating deep understanding.

Question 3

A client's treatment plan has not been updated in six months despite significant progress. What is the counselor's most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Schedule a treatment plan review to update goals and interventions to reflect current progress

Answer

Treatment plans must be regularly reviewed and updated to remain clinically relevant and reflect the client's evolving needs and progress.

Question 4

A CDCA is asked by a client's employer to confirm whether the client is enrolled in treatment. What is the correct course of action?

Accepted Answer

Obtain a signed Release of Information before disclosing any information

Answer

A signed Release of Information (ROI) is legally required under 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA before any disclosure of treatment information.

Question 5

A client in group therapy begins crying unexpectedly. Another group member says, 'Just toughen up, everyone has problems.' The counselor should:

Accepted Answer

Intervene to redirect the comment and establish group norms of support and respect

Answer

The counselor must intervene to protect group cohesion, model empathy, and reinforce norms of mutual respect and emotional safety.

(CDCA) Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Practice Test

(CDCA) Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Practice Test

CDCA Counseling Procedures & Strategies 4