Addiction impacts all areas of life. It contributes to public health challenges, mental illness, crime, and family and societal breakdown. Despite changing attitudes, the problem of addiction is still often perceived as a shameful flaw rather than the chronic illness it is. It’s the job of an addictions specialist to look beyond this prejudice and help clients…
Types of Counseling Careers: Addictions Counseling

Professionals in this role are driven by a passion for helping others improve their lives.