Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Treating Chronic Pain in People with Substance Abuse Issues (Re-Release)
Treating Chronic Pain in People with Substance Abuse Issues (Re-Release)
Treating Chronic Pain in People with Substance Abuse Issues (Re-Release)
Saturday 26th January 2019
Discover effective counseling strategies for managing chronic pain in substance abuse recovery with Dr. Snipes on Counselor Toolbox Podcast.
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Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
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Get the buttons here!Managing Chronic Pain in Substance Abuse Recovery: Effective Counseling Strategies
If you're not dwelling on your pain, you're actually using your brain to focus on something you can actually do or change or affect.
Chronic pain and substance abuse often go hand-in-hand, creating a complex challenge for both sufferers and those who support them. In this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes', Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes shares her wealth of knowledge on how to navigate these intertwined issues. With a focus on practical counseling tools, Dr. Snipes provides a comprehensive guide to assessing and managing chronic pain in individuals with substance abuse histories.
She emphasizes the need to consider physical, emotional, and environmental factors during assessments to create a holistic treatment plan. Medication-assisted treatment, behavioral strategies, and self-care practices are all discussed as crucial components of effective pain management. Dr. Snipes also highlights the importance of community support and acceptance in the healing process. If you're looking to enhance your counseling skills or seeking ways to support someone dealing with these dual challenges, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice.