What are the main challenges that your patients face?
"Cognitive distortions are common challenges that I assist my patients to work through. When my patients perceive reality inaccurately, they reinforce negative thoughts and emotions and can delay our treatment significantly."
As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you may help your patients manage their negative emotions, build on their problem-solving skills, and improve their moral reasoning. The interviewer is asking this question to hear more about your counseling style and what experience you have. Answer this question with a recent situation or a few ways you encourage your patients to overcome their challenges.
"Managing anger and emotions is a common challenge that my patients face. I encourage vocalizing their anger before it turns into aggression."
