Treatment is a process that is designed to both educate and develop insight and behaviors to support positive decision making regarding illicit drugs and alcohol use. Cobra Teen Adolescent Outpatient Treatment includes behavioral and physical health care with individual, group, and family counseling services, primary health care and random urine drug screens. Here at CHC, we utilize various methods of treatment engagement.

Assessment Adolescent Substance

Because adolescent substance use occurs with varying degrees of severity, our diagnostic department provides a comprehensive assessment including cognitive, emotional, physical, social and moral development and the corresponding environment the adolescent lives in. A detailed history of substance use and abuse is examined to determine appropriate treatment goals and appropriate level of care.

Psychological Effects of Substance Abuse

This program is designed to increase the teen’s knowledge and insight into the social, biological and psychological effects of substance abuse. Treatment areas that are emphasized include: alcohol and drug education, anger and stress management skills as well as understanding of their own emotions, thoughts and behaviors. Additionally, youth are encouraged to develop and maintain a relapse prevention plan of action.

Groups

All adolescents in treatment have common issues that can be addressed in group. These treatment areas include: choices/consequences, social skills, copings skills as well as gaining an understanding of the effects of drug and alcohol use.

Family

This program is designed to educate family members about strategies necessary t o intervene with substance abuse and foster supportive attitudes and behaviors, which facilitate recovery.

• Drug and Alcohol Use
• ADD/ADHD
• Depression
• Bipolar
• Behavioral Problems
• Divorce and Family Conflict Issues
• Adoption Issues
• School Problems
• Poor Peer Choices
• Runaway and Curfew
• Minimal Legal Issues
• Accountability and Responsibility Issues
• Integrity
• Self Esteem and Emotional Issues