interest, accept them as individuals, and ask the right questions in nonjudgmental ways. The following are some helpful questions that can be asked: 1. What brought you here for counseling? Has anyone ever said that your use of ________ is a problem? How do you view the situation? 2. How often and how much do you use currently (per day or per week)? 3. Have you ever consulted a medical doctor or counselor about this problem? 4. Who in your immediate or extended family has had similar problems?