NCAC Practice Questions - National Certified Addiction Counselor Exam - NCAC Practice Questions - National Certified Addiction Counselor Exam

Question 1

During the intake process, a counselor is gathering information about a new client. Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of this stage?

To establish a therapeutic alliance. To collect comprehensive information to inform treatment planning. To orient the client to the program's rules and expectations. To determine the client's readiness for change.

Correct Answer:

To collect comprehensive information to inform treatment planning.

Question 2

A counselor says to a client, 'On one hand, you say you want to stop using, but on the other hand, you continue to miss your support group meetings.' This is an example of what motivational interviewing technique?

Developing discrepancy Rolling with resistance Expressing empathy Supporting self-efficacy

Correct Answer:

Developing discrepancy

Question 3

Which of the following is a key component of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in addiction counseling?

Exploring unconscious conflicts from childhood. Identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. Focusing on the client's spiritual and existential concerns. Analyzing the family system and its impact on the client's addiction.

Correct Answer:

Identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.

Question 4

A client who has been sober for six months recently relapsed. The client expresses feelings of shame and hopelessness. What is the most appropriate response from the counselor?

Focus on the client's failure to follow the treatment plan. Normalize the relapse as a part of the recovery process and explore what led to it. Immediately refer the client to a higher level of care. Encourage the client to focus on the positive aspects of their life.

Correct Answer:

Normalize the relapse as a part of the recovery process and explore what led to it.

Question 5

According to 42 CFR Part 2, under which of the following circumstances can a counselor release a client's confidential information without their written consent?

A request from the client's family member. A court order. A request from the client's employer. A medical emergency.

Correct Answer:

A medical emergency.

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