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Alcohol
Goals of session
Help clients understand that alcohol is a
substance whose use can jeopardize
recovery.
Help clients identify the situations in which
who are drinking will make you feel left out, you
should avoid such situations until your recovery is
well underway.
Go over handout
RP 1– Alcohol
08/05/21
08/05/21
Focused Discussion
Who are the people, and what are the places,
situations, and mental and emotional states which act
as triggers for you?
Recall a time when you saw that someone else’s
judgment was affected by drinking. What does this tell
you about their ability to make smart decisions about
recovery while they still are drinking?
How can you prepare for situations in which you
formerly used alcohol? What are those situations that
you need to avoid?
What changes can you make in your celebrations with
family & friends to remain abstinent?
Open Discussion
What’s on your mind?
Homework
To prepare for abstinence, use your journal
or pages 6 and 7 of your Client’s Treatment
Companion to solidify your plans.
Write down situations that pose the greatest