This workshop seeks to transform required “paperwork” into clinically useful information.  There are many tools for the assessment of substance use-related disorders, such as the Addiction Severity Index (ASI).  Addiction counselors working in community-based treatment centers often find that the instruments are time-consuming and not useful in helping to identify client problems, develop individualized treatment plans, or make referrals matched to client needs.  This workshop will review the use of assessment instruments and help counselors integrate the information into well-designed, individualized treatment plans. 

Presented by: Jim Bradley, MSSW