Client Experiences of a Telephone‐Delivered Intervention for Methamphetamine Use Disorder

Evidence of therapeutic relationships was found in participant accounts of experiencing non-judgemental support from counsellors. However, some participants reported in-person treatment would create a stronger therapeutic relationship. Many participants described a sense of comfort the telephone format afforded them, permitting anonymity and facilitating openness. Participants reported the telephone modality to be highly accessible and convenient, particularly for those with multiple commitments. Participants reported various benefits, including greater insight regarding their methamphetamine use and reduced methamphetamine use. Contrastingly, some participants felt their use was too severe and complex to be treated via telephone. Telephone-delivered interventions represent a potentially valuable initial step in the treatment trajectory for people with methamphetamine use disorder.