ASAM Practice Pearls
ASAM Practice Pearls
ASAM Education
Addiction Care in Custody: Trust, Treatment, and Advocacy
30 minutes Posted Aug 10, 2026 at 9:00 am.
Introduction
Building Rapport with Patients in Custody
Evidence for MOUD in Jails and Prisons
Overcoming Implementation Barriers for Evidence-based Treatment
Advocating for Patients in Custody
Reentry and Continuity of Care
Addressing Diversion Concerns
Privacy, Autonomy, and Care Coordination
Lightning Round Q&A
Practice Pearls
Conclusion and Additional Learning Opportunities
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In this episode of ASAM Practice Pearls, Dr. Stephen Taylor hosts Dr. Justin Berk to discuss addiction care for individuals involved in the criminal justice system, including patients in custody and those transitioning back to the community. The conversation explores practical strategies for building therapeutic alliances with incarcerated patients, advocating for evidence-based treatment in correctional settings, and navigating common barriers to care. The episode covers opportunities for clinicians to provide compassionate, patient-centered care that improves outcomes for this high-risk population.