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COUNSELOR, CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY
License Description Chemical dependency counselors assist individuals or groups in developing an understanding of chemical dependency problems. They define goals and plan actions reflecting the individual's or group's interests, abilities and needs as affected by claimed or indicated chemical dependency problems. They plan treatments which may include identifying and ranking problems needing resolution, establishing goals and deciding on a treatment process and the resources to be utilized. They assist clients in achieving objectives leading to recovery through exploration of dependency problems and their ramifications, examination of attitudes and feelings, consideration of alternative solutions and decision-making. They also perform screening, orientation, assessment, crisis intervention, client education, case management, referrals, report and record keeping, and consultation.
Licensing Agency
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Licensing, Credentialing and Regulation
PO Box 13247
Austin, TX 78711-3247
(512) 424 6500
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans Expedited processing is available for military and spouses, licenses from other states may be recognized
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Specific type of conviction prohibited
Education Degree required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 08/10/2023
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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