This course provides an overview of psychopharmacology and the biological basis of behavior as relevant to counselors. Students will explore the neurological mechanisms of mental health disorders and the pharmacological interventions used in their treatment. The course emphasizes the classification, effects, and indications of commonly prescribed psychopharmacological medications, including medications for substance use disorders. Students will develop skills in collaborating with medical professionals and integrating medication management into counseling practice. Special attention is given to cultural considerations, ethical issues, and the counselor’s role in medication management and integrated treatment approaches. This course addresses both clinical mental health counseling and addiction counseling competencies related to psychopharmacology, while incorporating elements of the foundational curriculum areas outlined in the 2024 CACREP Standards, particularly professional counseling orientation and ethical practice, counseling practice and relationships, and assessment and testing.