Struggling with Addiction? Help Is Here

Many people quietly battle addiction. Reaching out is a courageous step. In the Atlanta area, our compassionate evaluation clinicians provide private, comprehensive substance abuse evaluations to map your risks and create a custom path to recovery.

Our experienced specialists use best-practice screening methods in a judgment-free space so you can open up about your story. We explore medical history, mental health, daily habits, and use history—then propose a plan that fits your life.

Why an assessment matters It gives you a clear, honest picture of your situation and empowers you to make informed next steps.

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Inside the Assessment Process

Evidence-Based Care Pathways

Following ASAM guidelines, your plan may include one or more of the following levels of care:

• Medically Managed Withdrawal: Comfort-focused support for acute withdrawal.
• Residential Treatment: Highly structured therapeutic environment.
• Day Program: Full-day programming without overnight stay.
• Step-Down Care: Flexible scheduling to sustain progress.
• Continuing Care: Relapse prevention alongside life and work.
• Alumni Services: Community resources for long-term success.

Therapies We May Recommend

• CBT (Skills-based counseling) for triggers.
• Motivational Interviewing for ambivalence.
• DBT-Informed Skills for interpersonal effectiveness.
• Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) as indicated.
• Family & Couples Work to repair bonds.
• Relapse Prevention and aftercare planning.

What Happens After the Evaluation

1. Clinical Summary: Clear explanation of diagnosis and protective factors.
2. Recovery Strategy: Sequenced recommendations (level of care).
3. Care Coordination: Scheduling with vetted programs and providers.
4. Milestone Reviews: Tweaks based on attendance.
5. Maintenance: Concrete steps for social support and community.

Making Care Attainable

We help review options and discuss sliding scale so financial concerns don’t block care. Flexible scheduling may be available to fit your family commitments.

Confidentiality & Privacy

Your records are secure and shared only with your authorization, except where required by law (e.g., mandated reporting).

Finding Effective Treatment in Atlanta

Metro Atlanta provides many options of evidence-based programs—from safe detox support and individual therapy to peer groups and long-term aftercare. Healing takes time, but with the right guidance and follow-through, meaningful progress is achievable.

Know the Warning Signs

Look for shifts in mood or behavior, withdrawal from family/friends, and declining work or school performance. If you notice these, reach out and get help.

• Recovery providers & meetings
• Therapists & psychiatric support
• Nonprofits & hotlines

Urgent Safety: If there’s a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department.

Frequently Asked Questions

Visit length

Typically 60–90 minutes, depending on complexity.

Bringing someone with me

Yes, when appropriate, we can include family for portions of the visit.

Detox decisions

If medically indicated, we’ll coordinate stabilization first.

Do you coordinate referrals?

Yes, we connect with trusted programs and follow up.

"Near Me" Substance Abuse Assessment—Atlanta

A close-by professional assessment helps you understand severity, identifies co-occurring conditions, and connects you with targeted care. It’s confidential, supportive, and tailored to you.

Schedule Today: (404) 333-8301