CPC provides Addiction Recovery services to youths ages 13 to 18 with substance abuse/dependence issues. The program integrates individual, group and family treatment, along with psychiatric services if warranted. The initial approach is to join with the client on the identification of his/her interests and goals and arrive at a treatment plan that is aimed at enhancing motivation to change. The goal is to achieve healthy coping skills and appropriate peer supports in the community.

The program emphasizes techniques for coping with life stressors without substance use. Family involvement is integral to achieving change. In addition, relapse prevention is a regular focus throughout the course of the program.

The program addresses both the mental health and substance abuse needs of adolescents and their families.

Services include:

• Group and Individual Therapy
• Substance Abuse Assessment and Urine Testing
• Family Therapy
• Relapse Prevention
• Case Management

Treatment intensity is decided after assessment of level of need. Treatment can be individual therapy on a weekly basis with additional supports as needed. The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) level of care is three days a week after school for three hours per session. One evening includes family group involvement. It is provided at the Helen Herrmann Counseling Center at 270 Highway 35 in Red Bank/Middletown.

PROJECT START

Project START is an early intervention program which is offered to adolescents, ages 13-19. The goal of this program is to identify potential for substance abuse problems, motivate positive change, and refer for appropriate level of intervention when necessary.

Project START works collaboratively with many school systems in Monmouth County including: Keansburg High School & Middle School; Red Bank Regional High School; Freehold Regional School District (Freehold Township, Freehold Borough, Colts Neck, Howell, Manalapan, & Marlboro); Middletown North & South; Long Branch; Manasquan.

This Brief Intervention treatment model involves participants in two individual sessions and three group sessions that range from six to eight weeks in length. Adolescents will also be required to participate in a follow-up survey at 3, 6 and 12 months following the intervention.

Any adolescent in Monmouth County who is appropriate for brief substance abuse treatment is able to receive services. Project START is a federally funded program. Subsidies and payment waivers are available when indicated. Most insurance plans are accepted.

For additional program information, contact CPC's Access Center at 732-842-2000 ext. 4221.