Counselors can often see the full picture of issues and treatment that may be necessary for clients to achieve a level of recovery. Seeing the big picture and being able to conceptualize it is important for planning treatment. Some of the treatment strategies are within the scope of practice for a counselor to conduct, while other strategies need to be referred to other providers and specialists. Knowing what is within the scope of practice and what is outside of that scope is a legal and ethical requirement.

• How does a counselor's scope of practice affect case conceptualization and treatment planning?
• What is a counselor's role in psychopharmacology for their clients?