PDMT

The Paradigm Developmental Model Of Treatment (PDMT)

SDSU DUI Program utilizes a standardized curriculum, the PDMT, incorporating 12-Step Facilitation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). PDMT interventions and group topics provide a framework for counselors to assist participants in identifying strategies to reduce risk, promote safety, and enhance coping skills, emotional regulation, and quality of life. Twelve-step Facilitation encompasses awareness that addiction is a chronic, progressive disease in which one loses control, wherein will power alone may be inadequate to overcome the problem. Accepting support from other recovering individuals and utilizing activities established by the 12-step program may promote change.

CBT incorporates strategies developed to assist participants in identifying maladaptive behavioral patterns, such as substance use and high-risk behaviors, and to employ alternative behaviors or apply new skills. A critical component of CBT is anticipating likely problems and enhancing participants’ self-efficacy by assisting them in developing effective coping strategies. MI is a collaborative approach in which the counselor assists the participant in addressing ambivalence about behaviors, including substance use. MI principles are used to strengthen motivation and build a plan for change. Coping strategies for high-risk situations are discussed and participants identify goals and motivators to facilitate change.