IC 25-23.6-1-5.7 "Practice of Addiction Counseling"

• Library: Indiana Statutes
• Edition: 2023
• Currency: Current through P.L. 255-2023
• Year: 2023
• Citation: IC 25-23.6-1-5.7

(a) "Practice of addiction counseling" means the providing of professional services that are delivered by a licensed addiction counselor, that are designed to change substance use or addictive behavior, and that involve specialized knowledge and skill related to addictions and addictive behaviors, including understanding addiction, knowledge of the treatment process, application to practice, and professional readiness. The term includes:

(1) gathering information through structured interview screens using routine protocols;

(2) reviewing assessment findings to assist in the development of a plan individualized for treatment services and to coordinate services;

(3) referring for assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, and mental health therapy;

(4) providing client and family education related to addictions;

(5) providing information on social networks and community systems for referrals and discharge planning;

(6) participating in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings or consulting with clinical addiction professionals;

(7) counseling, through individual and group counseling, as well as group and family education, to treat addiction and substance abuse in a variety of settings, including:

(A) mental and physical health facilities; and

(B) child and family service agencies; and

(8) maintaining the highest level of professionalism and ethical responsibility.