ECU Department of Addictions & Rehabilitation Studies

Undergraduate, and CACREP accredited Master's and Doctorate programs within East Carolina University

Mission
Our mission, in partnership with community stakeholders, is to provide students with the means to develop as culturally affirming, anti-racist and anti-bigoted counselor educators, clinical mental health, addictions, and rehabilitation counselors, and rehabilitation service providers to support the health and well-being of individuals, and to advocate for an equitable and inclusive society

. Objectives
The objectives of the Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies Department are to provide students with the essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to function effectively, which include, but are not limited to, the following areas:

-knowledge and appreciation of the traditions, foundations, history, and philosophy specific to the fields of clinical mental health, addictions, and rehabilitation counseling, and rehabilitation services;
classroom, community, and personal experiences with clients/consumers in order to develop awareness and sensitivity to client/consumer needs from an individual, community, and multicultural perspective;
-knowledge of counseling theories and techniques that support culturally affirming client/consumer empowerment, and enhance the client’s/consumer’s ability to take control of and better manage their life;
-clinical counseling services to individuals, family members, and groups of persons with disabilities (physical, addictions, and psychiatric/mental health), and other issues that limit their ability to function at personally satisfying levels;
-case management skills including coordinating, planning, and implementing treatment plans to assist clients/consumers in taking effective control of their lives in a manner consistent with their cultural identity;
-career assessment, development, and counseling including knowledge of job placement, labor market trends, and development of client/consumer-focused plans designed to enhance client/consumer independence and personal choice;
-multicultural, psychosocial, and medical aspects of disability emphasizing how community, socio/cultural, family, and psychological well-being impact the client’s/consumer’s ability to effectively cope with life experiences;
-applied research methodology and program evaluation for examining and/or developing theories, concepts, and approaches for improving professional practice.

06/17/2026

Congratulations to an amazing group of dedicated leaders in behavioral health care!

The North Carolina Statewide Telepsychiatry Program’s Pediatric Program (NC-STeP-Peds) has been named the recipient of the 2026 Psychiatric Services Achievement Gold Award by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), one of the field’s highest national and international honors recognizing innovation and excellence in mental health care delivery.

“Improving access to high-quality behavioral health care for children is one of the most urgent challenges facing our communities,” said Dr. Sy Saeed, executive director of NC-STeP and professor and chair emeritus in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at the Brody School of Medicine. “This recognition reflects the strength of our partnership and our commitment to reaching children where they are with timely, evidence-based care.”

To learn more about the NC-STeP Pediatric Program, visit: https://go.ecuhealth.org/4fRCp2e...

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06/11/2026

Engage ENC @ All Hands on D.E.C.K. Symposium

05/29/2026

HSIM/DARS Study Abroad closing dinner. What an amazing 10 days. A huge shout out to Dr. Ashley Burch for her leadership and planning, the AEA team for coordinating the efforts in Greece, and especially our AMAZING students who made this a most special adventure!

05/28/2026

HSIM/DARS Study Abroad wrap up their exploration of healthcare issues and implications on the Greek Islands in beautiful Santorini, Greece.

05/27/2026

HSIM/DARS Study Abroad group had an amazing visit to the Bonis Ceramics - Rhodes, Greece

05/26/2026

HSIM/DARS Study Abroad supporting NCSU Jazz Orchestra performing aboard Celestyal Discovery Cruise - Greece. North Carolina is certainly representing well in Greece this week!

05/26/2026

The Monastery of St. John and Cave of the Apocalypse - Patmos, Greece

05/25/2026

HSIM/DARS Study Abroad crew setting sail on a 5-Day Greek Island Tour - exploring healthcare issues and implications!

05/24/2026

Pirate Pride is strong in Athens!

05/24/2026

A huge thank you to the residents and staff for the movement therapy demonstration and discussion and overall hospitality. Athens Residential Addiction Treatment Unit for Women and Mothers - N.O.P.A.A. Athens, Greece

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Greenville

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Greenville, NC

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

ECU Department of Addictions & Rehabilitation Studies

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