An LADC is treating a client with co-occurring alcohol use disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The client reports that their drinking significantly increases after experiencing trauma-related nightmares. Which treatment approach is considered the best practice for this client?
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A
A sequential model, where the alcohol use disorder is stabilized before any trauma work is initiated.
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B
A parallel model, where the client sees a separate SUD counselor and a trauma therapist who do not coordinate care.
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C
An integrated model, where the same clinical team or provider addresses both the SUD and PTSD symptoms concurrently and in a coordinated fashion.
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D
A harm-reduction model focused exclusively on moderating alcohol use without directly addressing the underlying trauma.