Co-Occurring Lesson
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Counselors can use this lesson to guide clients in addressing common relational problems that often arise from substance abuse and mental health issues. By exploring the eight most frequent challenges in relationships, this resource encourages clients to reflect on their own behaviors, identify areas for improvement, and take active steps to strengthen their connections with others. It provides practical strategies to promote mutual trust, cooperation, and intimacy, helping clients build healthier, more fulfilling relationships as part of their recovery journey.
Developed by clinical psychologist Dr. Hal Baumchen, PsyD, LP, LADC, this printable PDF lesson gives clinicians a structured psychoeducation tool grounded in clinical evidence and accessible to clients at any stage of recovery. The writing is direct and encouraging – clinical without sounding clinical.
How clinicians use it: to structure a session with a clear teaching framework, as assigned reading between sessions, to facilitate group discussion, and as part of a treatment unit paired with the companion worksheets and presentation. Clients leave with concrete strategies and a clearer understanding of how this topic affects their path forward.
