Addiction is a disease that tears apart families, ruins lives and adversely affects whole communities. As an aspiring substance abuse counselor, you can make a difference. Enroll in Grand Canyon University s Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency and Substance Abuse. Offered by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, this addiction counseling degree prepares students to serve individuals, families and communities with competence and compassion.