In addition to group, adolescents are expected to meet individually with their counselor 1 hour each week. Recreational activities are also provided for clients once every two weeks as a way to engage in fun, sober activities with other clients and staff. The maximum group size is from 6 to 8 adolescents. Groups meet Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 4pm to 7pm. Family group is from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm on Mondays.
Treatment is an average of 6 to 8 weeks in length. Relapse Prevention & Recovery Program is available to adolescents who need treatment services, but are not appropriate for the intensive outpatient program. This program is also available to people following residential or outpatient treatment. Relapse prevention group consists of 12 weekly groups two hours in length, with individual sessions scheduled as needed.
The focus of Relapse prevention group is the ongoing recovery of people with substance abuse issues. The identification of personal relapse warning signs as well as personal signs of recovery is also covered along with the development and implementation of community support systems. Group Meets Tuesdays from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. The final hour of group is family group for adolescents and their families.