CRM Self-Care & Mentor Wellness 2

Question 1

Vicarious trauma occurs when a recovery mentor:

Accepted Answer

Experiences traumatic stress symptoms as a result of repeated exposure to clients' traumatic experiences

Answer

Vicarious trauma refers to the cumulative transformation in a helper's inner world that results from empathically engaging with traumatized clients over time.

Question 2

The concept of 'professional distance' in peer recovery support means:

Accepted Answer

Maintaining appropriate emotional and role boundaries while remaining genuinely empathetic

Answer

Professional distance means maintaining clear role boundaries without becoming cold or detached — staying empathetic while protecting both parties from unhealthy dynamics.

Question 3

A CRM who feels personally triggered after a session with a client should first:

Accepted Answer

Seek supervision, peer support, or their own counselor to address the personal reaction

Answer

When triggered, mentors should process their reactions through appropriate channels — supervision or personal support — not with the client.

Question 4

Regular clinical supervision for a CRM is important because it:

Accepted Answer

Provides guidance, accountability, and a space to process challenging client interactions

Answer

Supervision gives mentors a structured space to reflect on their work, process difficult cases, and receive professional guidance to improve practice.

Question 5

Which of the following is an appropriate boundary in a CRM-client relationship?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining a therapeutic relationship limited to recovery-related support

Answer

A CRM relationship must remain focused on recovery support; financial involvement, social mixing, or unauthorized disclosure all violate professional boundaries.

CRM - Certified Recovery Mentor Practice Test

CRM - Certified Recovery Mentor Practice Test

CRM Self-Care & Mentor Wellness 2