The ABCs of Substance Abuse Counseling

From A to Z, this playful alphabet book turns substance abuse counseling into a story kids can enjoy and grown-ups will instantly recognize.

Each letter introduces a core concept from the world of recovery and treatment, from Aftercare Plans to Withdrawal and Zero Tolerance. Along the way, young readers will meet Coping Skills, discover Detox, explore Empathy, and learn why Family Therapy matters—while the adults in the room share a knowing smile at references to Precontemplation, Harm Reduction, Korsakoff Syndrome, and the ever-important Sponsor.

With simple language, cheerful illustrations, and witty nods to clinical realities, this is a fast, fun read that doubles as a surprisingly sharp primer on the ABCs of helping people heal.

Perfect as a gift for substance abuse counselors, therapists, social workers, and anyone in the behavioral health field, this is an alphabet book with just enough truth to make you laugh—and maybe even process your feelings about it in Group Therapy.