Serving the youth and families of Colorado, Fayette, Austin, Lee, and Wharton Counties in Texas

Program Director:
Twyla Dodson, LCDC

 

Screening and Assessment Services are offered to those persons or families who may be experiencing a problem with drugs and alcohol.  Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselors are available for the general public.  All client information is confidential.

Services

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Telephone Screening
The counselor provides initial information for callers to help them identify their needs and next step appropriate to meeting those needs.

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In-Person Problem Identification Assessment and Evaluation
Appointments are made to evaluate the extent of alcohol, drug or related problems and to appropriate referrals and placement in treatment, supportive or other services.

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Short Term Counseling
The purpose is to educate the client regarding chemical dependency issues and support their achieving or maintaining abstinence.

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Referral and Placement
Counselors assist individuals and families in accessing the most appropriate resources for their needs and aid them in the process of entry and admission to services.

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24-Hour Telephone Services
An immediate response is provided to callers who are in crisis or in need of access to a counselor.

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Follow-up
The purpose of a follow-up session is to determine if the client has entered a program and adequate services and to provide feedback to service providers.

 

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Colorado County Youth and Family Services is a non-profit community based provider. 
All services are offered at no charge or on a sliding scale fee.
Licensed by The Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse to provide level 4 outpatient treatment.