Common Myths of the Brief Counseling Model 1. This model will not produce long-term results. Unfortunately, most drug and alcohol programs do not have long-term statistics. We determine success by a client's ability to identify and reach personal and at times, externally motivated goals that will make a lasting positive change in their lives. However, because our clients set their own goals, the clients are internally motivated for change.
Studies show that people who are internally motivated have a greater chance for long-term success.
This model is superficial. This means that we may begin with a more superficial topic if the client is in the Precontemplative stage. As the client progresses, the counseling progresses as well. Many times resolving that missing piece is the only thing that is needed at that time. Other times, other issues come to the surface and are then addressed.