Betsy Byler
Betsy Byler
Fear and Addiction
Fear and Addiction
Fear and Addiction
Monday 28th February 2022
Therapist Betsy Byler discusses managing fear in therapy sessions and supporting clients with substance use issues in 'All Things Substance'.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Get the buttons here!Tackling Fear in Therapy: Betsy Byler's Guide for Therapists
To be in an active addiction is to have fear, so know that when you start asking about it, there's going to be fear in the background.
Fear and addiction often go hand-in-hand, making therapy sessions particularly challenging. In this episode of 'All Things Substance', host Betsy Byler dives into how therapists can effectively manage fear when working with clients struggling with substance use. Betsy, a seasoned therapist and substance abuse counselor, breaks down the complexities of fear in active addiction and offers practical advice on addressing these fears in a therapeutic setting.
She sheds light on the nuances of confidentiality and reporting requirements, especially when dealing with pregnant clients facing substance use issues. Additionally, Betsy discusses the often-overlooked fear of never feeling happy again that many clients experience, along with the phenomenon of dissociation. This episode is packed with valuable insights for therapists aiming to better support their clients through the intertwined challenges of fear and addiction.