In this simulation activity, learners will provide ongoing counseling to Mario Martinez, who has been experiencing irritability, aggressiveness, and isolating behaviors, and has been drinking more frequently and in larger quantities than before. Learners will have the opportunity to develop a treatment plan, provide counseling, and monitor Mario's progress over time. They will need to be compassionate in their interaction and ask open-ended questions to understand Mario's needs better. The simulation is designed to help learners develop the skills and confidence needed to work with clients facing mental health challenges, including communication, goal-setting, and coping mechanisms, and to provide ongoing support and care.

In this simulation activity, will work with Cliff, who has been battling with alcoholism. His struggle has seeped into and begun to erode nearly every aspect of his life, including his career, his relationship with his wife and children, and his sense of self. The situation has reached a critical point with a recent DUI conviction. During the simulation, students will be prompted to use their counseling skills to address Cliff's substance abuse and help him develop a care plan that addresses his needs. This simulation is designed to help counseling students develop the skills and confidence needed to work with clients facing substance abuse and addiction, including assessment, communication, and care planning. By practicing real-world scenarios in a safe and supportive environment, students will be better prepared to provide quality care to clients in their future counseling careers.

In this simulation activity, counseling students will participate in a couples counseling session with Cliff and Rhonda Bennett. The couple will share their journey as a couple, revealing the ties that bound them and the forces that are currently driving them apart. The pressures of Cliff's practice troubles and his struggle with alcoholism are creating significant stress, which is deeply affecting their marriage. Rhonda, in her fear of abandonment, responds by showing extreme devotion and love, further intensifying the cycle of codependency. During the simulation, students will be prompted to use their counseling skills to address the couple's communication issues, codependency, and substance abuse. This simulation is designed to help counseling students develop the skills and confidence needed to work with couples facing complex relationship issues, including communication, codependency, and substance abuse. By practicing real-world scenarios in a safe and supportive environment, students will be better prepared to provide quality care to couples in their future counseling careers.

In this simulation activity, social work students will participate in a case study of the Bennett family, who are in the midst of a crisis due to father Cliff's alcoholism. His recent arrest for drunk driving and court-mandated counseling reveal the severity of his struggle. Rhonda, his wife, is deeply concerned about Cliff's drinking but is also dependent on him, which prevents her from confronting the problem head-on. Their teenage son, Terry, struggles with a stutter that Rhonda encourages him to hide, while Cliff tends to ridicule him for it. Students will be prompted to use their assessment and intervention skills to address the family's needs and develop a care plan that addresses their challenges. This simulation is designed to help social work students develop the skills and confidence needed to work with families facing complex issues, including assessment, communication, and care planning. By practicing real-world scenarios in a safe and supportive environment, students will be better prepared to provide quality care to families in their future social work careers.

In this simulation activity, social work students will evaluate Serena Miranda, a mother whose children were removed from her care due to safety concerns. Serena has a history of substance abuse issues and currently receives social welfare benefits. During the simulation, students will be prompted to assess Serena's situation and develop a plan to ensure the safety and well-being of her children. This simulation is designed to help students develop the skills and confidence needed to address challenging situations in child welfare cases, including assessing safety concerns, developing intervention plans, and working with families with complex needs. By practicing real-world scenarios in a safe and supportive environment, students will be better prepared to provide quality care to families in their future social work careers.

In this immersive and emotionally charged simulation, learners will participate in a substance abuse group therapy session featuring three diverse characters: Maria, Rosalyn, and Cliff. Each character is grappling with substance abuse for distinct reasons, shedding light on the multifaceted nature of addiction and the impact of trauma. Through these characters' stories, participants will gain empathy and understanding for individuals dealing with addiction, hone their communication skills, recognize the impact of trauma on addiction, and explore a holistic approach to treatment, fostering a safe and non-judgmental environment for individuals seeking recovery. This simulation encourages learners to approach addiction with empathy, considering the various factors contributing to it, and explores therapeutic strategies for recovery while emphasizing the vital role of empathy, active listening, and trauma-informed care in supporting individuals on their journey to healing and sobriety.

In this simulation activity, learners will participate in a counseling program with Ian, who has been struggling with substance abuse. Ian began smoking marijuana in college to cope with the loss of his father and continued to use it as an adult. He is now in the habit of smoking every night after work, and his wife wants him to quit. Ian recognizes that his relationship with marijuana goes beyond recreational, as he uses it to control his moods and digestion. The simulation will provide learners with the opportunity to practice counseling skills and techniques to help Ian manage his substance abuse and develop coping mechanisms to overcome his addiction. Learners will work with Ian to identify triggers, develop relaxation techniques, and establish a plan to move forward. This simulation is designed to help learners develop the skills and confidence needed to work with clients facing substance abuse and other mental health challenges, including communication, goal-setting, and coping mechanisms. By practicing real-world scenarios in a safe and supportive environment, learners will be better prepared to provide quality care to clients in their future counseling careers.

In this simulation activity, learners will participate in a counseling program with Robert, who has been struggling with substance abuse. Robert started smoking marijuana in high school to cope with the loss of his father and his growing hatred of his mother. He continued to use marijuana as an adult, and it has become a central conflict point in his marriage. Robert's wife, Linda, wants him to quit altogether, but he defends his marijuana use as something that's been part of his life for a long time. The simulation will provide learners with the opportunity to practice counseling skills and techniques to help Robert manage his substance abuse and develop coping mechanisms to overcome his addiction. Learners will work with Robert to identify triggers, develop relaxation techniques, and establish a plan to move forward. This simulation is designed to help learners develop the skills and confidence needed to work with clients facing substance abuse and other mental health challenges, including communication, goal-setting, and coping mechanisms. By practicing real-world scenarios in a safe and supportive environment, learners will be better prepared to provide quality care to clients in their future counseling careers.