Mr)Bentley Has Been Providing Clinical Social Work Services to a Client

Mr) Bentley has been providing clinical social work services to a client for three weeks based on a referral for self-esteem issues. During the course of assessment, it is discovered there are also drug abuse problems. Since this is not an area of expertise for Mr. Bentley, what should his next step be?

A) Terminate services immediately
B) Notify Adult Protective Services
C) Seek training in drug/alcohol abuse
D) Refer the client to another professional to address the substance abuse issues.