Drug and Alcohol Assessments
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Contact Counseling does not offer full service treatment. We only offer assessments. While it is most common for individuals requiring an assessment to go to a full service facility that offers both treatment and assessments, it is not always in the client's best interest. Contact Counseling provides another option. By only doing assessments and not treatment classes, we are able to offer our clients a completely neutral and unbiased assessment. Contact Counseling does not benefit from recommending the highest level of treatment any more than recommending the lowest level of treatment. We act as a first step and a resource for people dealing with addiction or legal matters. |
The purpose of an assessment is to help determine if an individual has a Substance Use Disorder. During the assessment, the counselor will discuss your personal history, family, and your relationship with drugs and alcohol. The counselor will work with you to determine an appropriate recommendation.
Why do I need an assessment?
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There are many reasons people seek an assessment. Many of our clients are dealing with DUI's or other legal matters, and plan to use the assessment for court. Others obtain assessments so they can take the first step towards recovery.
A typical assessment lasts between an hour and a half to two hours. The appointment will begin with some questionnaires and an urinalysis, followed by a one on one conversation with one of our counselors.
To sign up for an assessment, you can come to our office to sign up in person, or click on the Intake Paperwork link below to fill out the forms and contact us to arrange payment and schedule an appointment.
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