Alan A. Cavaiola, Ph.D.
- Professor Emeritus
Department: Professional Counseling
Office: Graduate Center 109
Phone: 732-571-3532
Email: acavaiol@monmouth.edu
Specialization in the area of counseling issues related to mental health and psychology, with a primary interest in alcoholism, substance abuse and other addictive behaviors, and their impact on individuals, couples, and families. Teaching, research, and counseling interests focus on adolescent development, sequelae of trauma, abnormal personality development, DUI offenders, and workplace dynamics.
Education
Ph.D., Hofstra University
Research Interests
Research activities focus on addiction counseling, addiction education, and workplace stress resulting from exploitation.
Books
Cavaiola, A. Branch, C.J. & Giordano, A. L. (in press). Addiction Counseling: A Practical Approach. New York: Springer Publications.
Cavaiola, A. & Smith, M. (in press). A Comprehensive Guide to Addiction Theory and Counseling Techniques. New York: Routledge/Taylor & Francis.
Cavaiola, A. & Colford, J. (2017). Crisis Intervention: A Practical Guide, Oakland, CA: Sage Publications.
Scholarly Articles
Cavaiola, A., & Stout, D. (2017). Other facets of workplace abuse: An exploratory study. Psychologist-Manager, 20(4), 246-266.
Presentations/Invited Talks
Cavaiola, A. & Cavaiola, C. K. (2019, Sept. 2nd). Building resilience in individuals with Opioid Use Disorders. Workshop presented at the Mediterranean Region Counselors Association Conference, Naples, Italy.
Cavaiola, A. (2018, Oct. 1) Beyond bullying: An exploration of other facets of workplace abuse. Paper presented at the 19th Annual Conference of the European Association of Occupational Health Psychology. Lisbon, Portugal.
Professional Associations
Appointed to the Board of Directors of the International Coalition of Substance Abuse Educators (INCASE), 2014 to present.
Courses
Recently Taught Classes
2022 Spring
2021 Fall
- Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counseling – PC 544
- Crisis Intervention – PC 530
- Treatment of Alcohol and Drug Abuse – PC 542
2021 Summer E
- Crisis Intervention – PC 530
2021 Summer B
- Introduction to Alcohol and Drug Abuse – PC 540
2021 Spring
- Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counseling – PC 544
- Crisis Intervention – PC 530
- Treatment of Alcohol and Drug Abuse – PC 542
2020 Fall
2020 Summer E
- Crisis Intervention – PC 530
2020 Summer B
- Introduction to Alcohol and Drug Abuse – PC 540