A client in early recovery expresses interest in addressing trauma that occurred during active addiction. What is the recommended clinical approach to treatment planning in this scenario?
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A
Defer all trauma work indefinitely until the client has at least 5 years of sobriety
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B
Assess readiness and stability, then collaboratively determine the appropriate timing for trauma-focused interventions
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C
Begin trauma processing immediately to address the root cause of addiction
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D
Refer the client exclusively to a trauma specialist and close the substance use case