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Doctor in Addiction Counseling
School of Social and Human Studies
Academic Freedom to Discover Your Purpose
Open Curriculum Design at Atlantic International University
The doctoral program in Addiction Counseling offers professionals in the field the opportunity to investigate the biological, psychological, social and spiritual aspects of addiction and recovery. It will also provide the theoretical and practical methodological tools necessary to connect research and contributions in the fields of substance abuse and other addictive behaviors.
Our program does not require every student to study the same subjects and use the same books and other learning materials as every other student. If you are a purpose-driven individual who wants to elevate their life and make a solid contribution to the world, then this doctoral program is for you.
Topics in Addiction Counseling
Fundamentals of Drug Abuse and Human Behavior
Addiction counseling methodologies
Research methodologies
Theory and practice of group counseling
Counseling addicts and dysfunctional family systems
Addiction programs and professional development
Developmental psychology
Psychopharmacology
Pharmacology
Child Development
Adolescent Growth and Development
Physiological Psychology
Abnormal Behavior Psychology
Personality Theories
Relationships with Minority Groups
Co-occurring Disorders, Mental Illness and Substance Abuse
Group Therapy for Addicted Populations
Models of Psychotherapy
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FInding hope in a grain of rice
Sunday Eze Ikeokwu
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Originally from Nigeria, Sunday was raised in Germany. Having grown among the European industrialization and development, he took the knowledge acquired on his Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies and committed to better his homeland
Expressing conflicts through art
Cecilia Jaramillo
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Cecilia's work has focused on helping women victims of domestic violence through art. In her experience, she has found that women get trapped in fear, but by developing their creative side, through art, they can find a way out
The Priority is the Planet
Audley Gary Facey
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With 4 publications to his credit, Gary has a clear mission to help reduce the impact of climate change through knowledge. In fact, one of the most important publications of his in his career has been: “The Impact of Climate Change on the performance of small ruminants in the Caribbean Communities”
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Contact Us Today!
We understand how busy adults do not have time to go back to school. Now, it’s possible to earn your degree in the comfort of your own home and still have time for yourself and your family. The Admissions office is here to help you, for additional information or to see if you qualify for admissions please contact us. If you are ready to apply please submit your Online Application and paste your resume and any additional comments/questions in the area provided.
Pioneer Plaza
900 Fort Street Mall 905
Honolulu, HI 96813
800-993-0066 (Toll Free in US)
808-924-9567 (Internationally)
808-947-2488 (Fax)
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