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Choice Counts”
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International Harm Reduction Association The United Kingdom Harm Reduction Alliance UKHRA Moderation Management Friendly Therapists see link page for more links |
Harm Reduction is an alternative treatment approach which views the reduction of harm as a legitimate goal for substance users. Our organization provides substance abuse counseling as well as harm reduction training for therapists and counselors who want to learn about a different approach to treatment. Harm Reduction Psychotherapy and Training Associates offers a "harm reduction" approach to substance abuse treatment. Research has found that it is easier for some people to begin counseling when specific goals are not required to enter treatment. In harm reduction treatment, any treatment goal is valid that helps reduce harm to an individual. Therefore, total abstinence is one goal among several alternatives. In other words, abstinence falls under the umbrella of harm reduction. This results in an approach that tailors the treatment to fit the individual, rather than trying to make the individual fit into a treatment model. What is Harm Reduction Psychotherapy? Click on our What's New page and check latest News, Featured Articles and Meetings
Telephone Counseling Available Nationwide if appropriate - See our link page for list of other resources We do not provide a 24 hour hotline. If there is a life threatening situation call your local emergency number or go to a hospital near you. |
