Dr. McCrady reminds us that alcohol and drug problems always exist in a context that includes families and relationships, and that couples therapy is an important model for working with addictions. Dr. McCrady uses a behavioral approach that helps the client change his or her addictive behaviors, helps the partner learn to respond differently, and helps the couple change the relationship itself. In this addictions video, Dr. McCrady works with a young couple trying to change behaviors related to alcohol and marijuana use. Jon Carlson and Judy Lewis introduce Dr. McCrady, and facilitate an in-depth discussion of the further impact and uses of the model.
This video is part of the 7-video series, Brief Therapy for Addictions. Other videos in this series include:
- Cognitive Therapy for Addictions
- Harm Reduction Therapy for Addictions
- Integrating Therapy with 12-Step Programs
- Motivational Interviewing
- Reality Therapy for Addictions
- Stages of Change for Addictions