Grand Canyon University Therapies in Substance Use Disorder Paper

Write a 750-1,000-word assignment that gives a general overview of commonly used substance use disorder treatment approaches. In addition, you are to select two common approaches and compare their similarities and differences.

Include the following in your assignment:

1. A brief description of two common empirically researched substance use disorder treatments. Choose from either Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, or Solution-focused Brief Therapy.
2. A discussion about the differences of each treatment listed.
3. A discussion about which method you would prefer to use and why.
4. A list of professionals who may be involved in treatment, their role, and how you would coordinate treatment with them.
5. A minimum of two scholarly sources.

Consider using the following level-one APA headings in your paper to help organize the content:

1. Overview of Treatment Approaches to Addictions Counseling
2. Treatment Differences
3. Preferred Method and Rationale
4. Treatment Professionals

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.