We provide prevention, intervention, and treatment of the diseases of addiction, and gambling for individuals, families and communities. Counseling For Change (CFC) staff and volunteers are trained professionals who provide help, hope and healing to those in need.
We basically improve the lives of individuals and families affected by alcohol and other drug use through treatment, education and training, and research by promoting a greater understanding of addictions disorders. In order to achieve these goals, it is imperative to improve the quality and availability of treatment services.
Services Offered
- Outpatient treatment program for alcohol - Outpatient treatment program for drug abuse - Treatment for co-occurring disorders - Additional mental health services. - Counseling - Healing Trauma - Individual and Family Therapy - Sexual Health - Making Decisions
Fees and Payment
We are a nonprofit agency. Check our About us page for more information.
A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.
