A guide to understanding the client group and an outline of the theoretical model -- What distinguishes this client group? -- Where to begin? Alcohol and identity-am I an 'alcoholic'? -- Reasons for drinking-alcohol and paradox -- A non-directive approach-abstinence or moderation? -- The therapeutic process-a linear description -- First session/assessment -- Working with types and patterns of drinking -- Addressing the problem-alcohol and the hierarchy of needs -- Detoxification (detox) -- After the drinking ceases/working with relapse -- Endings -- Self care and the therapist -- Working with complex needs/dual diagnosis -- Dementia and alcohol -- Depression and alcohol -- Bipolar disorder and alcohol.