• DELIVERING EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION

• ENCOURAGING FAMILY PARTICIPATION

• TEACHING RELAPSE PREVENTION SKILLS

• ADVOCATING SELF-HELP INVOLVEMENT

• ADMINISTERING DRUG AND BREATH-ALCOHOL TESTING

Research studies have indicated that a minimum duration of 12 weeks of treatment is required to receive optimal benefit. Because of this finding, the 4-month Matrix Model of Intensive Outpatient treatment is the most frequently recommended and selected program. Treatment materials are delivered primarily in group sessions that occur 3 times each week. Individual or conjoint sessions are provided to address specific problematic areas and to individualize the treatment episode. Times and days of the sessions are varied in an effort to meet the needs of clients’ schedules. A continuing care program is included following the intensive phase of treatment. The Social Support group meets weekly. Clients are encouraged to continue both in this group and in 12-Step meetings.