Spero Health Clinical Insights
In the United States over 20 million Americans ages 12 and older have substance use disorder, and since the year 2000 over 700,000 Americans have died from drug overdose. In this Spero Health Clinical Insights series, we take a deeper dive in some of the most common and complex clinical issues facing providers on the front lines working to fight the drug epidemic. To learn more about clinically effective ways of assisting this patient population tune in now.
Spero Health Clinical Insights
The Importance of Group Counseling in Addiction Recovery
Host David Hayden sits down with Tonia Goodrich, Director of Clinical Services at Spero Health, to explore the transformative power of group counseling in behavioral health and substance use disorder recovery.
Group counseling fosters a sense of community and connection, offering individuals a supportive space to share their experiences, build accountability, and enhance coping skills. David and Tonia discuss the differences between individual and group counseling, explaining how treatment plans and recovery goals help determine the most effective approach for each patient. They delve into the unique dynamics of group counseling, highlighting the importance of tailoring sessions to demographics, popular recovery topics, and desired outcomes.
Tonia provides insight into how social skills play a vital role in creating a comfortable group environment and shares strategies to help patients overcome common hesitations such as fear of judgment, discomfort with vulnerability, privacy concerns, and doubts about relatability. Through trial and error, counselors work to make adjustments that meet the unique needs of each individual.
Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how group counseling evolves with patients, empowering them to expand their recovery journey and achieve lasting success. Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone seeking support, this episode sheds light on the invaluable role of counseling in behavioral health and addiction recovery.