Southwest Counseling Service – College Drive

1124 College Drive
Rock Springs, WY 82901

Southwest Counseling Service - College Drive WY 82901

About Southwest Counseling Service – College Drive

Southwest Counseling Service in Rock Springs, Wyoming provides comprehensive services for those seeking treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Individual therapy, intensive group therapy and residential programs are available forms of treatment here.

Using the American Society of Addiction Medicine’s patient placement criteria and the Addictions Severity Index, they begin by offering comprehensive drug and alcohol evaluations. This evaluation helps them determine the best course of action for your needs.

One of the best ways to achieve long-term recovery is through their residential program. Their Therapeutic Community is a residential program that serves people with severe substance use disorders and associated criminal behaviors. It lasts four to six months. It is a successful substitute for incarceration and provides a highly structured environment.

As the first program in Wyoming to offer intensive residential treatment for mothers with substance use disorders and pregnant women, their Women’s Addiction Program enables you to continue your parental duties while getting the support you require. Children can join their moms in the program creating a setting that improves life and parenting skills.

Residential treatment has many advantages. You can concentrate on your recovery because you will receive integrated care in a secure setting away from negative influences. The therapeutic community helps you reestablish your life after treatment by promoting daily structure and peer support. Additionally, after treatment, Continuing Care groups offer continued support and reinforce your recovery plan.

There are intensive outpatient programs and DUI classes available for those who need more education. Both use the Prime for Life program which aims to change high-risk behaviors related to drug and alcohol use by altering motivations, attitudes and beliefs. A current addiction severity index, evaluation and legal documentation are necessary to be eligible for these programs.

They accept Medicare, Medicaid and the majority of insurance plans. A sliding fee schedule is also offered for those who qualify. They meet national behavioral health standards and are certified by the State of Wyoming’s Behavioral Health Division. They are CARF accredited in 27 areas and are the first in the state to be named a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center.

Latest Reviews

Laney Moore
9 months ago on Google
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I would not recommend this program to anyone seeking any kind of help. It s simply based off of money and control. The second you try to question any of their antics, you will be removed from the program and sent to prisons or jails. They do not allow contact with family members or support systems, and force people to give medical release to probations and other organizations that should not have any business in a treatment program. That should be kept private if seeking help and having to be honest to counselors. They do not give you access to mail unless highly scrutinized about it. They treat people as if they are a lower class person or criminal that cannot make decisions for themselves. They will give bogus write ups over small things, such as getting a second cup of coffee in the morning. People that are in real need of help get removed from the program for next to nothing. Even the staff that work there don t agree with the program they are running, they just do it for a paycheck. They will lie when packages are received and say they were never given, and then will fabricate things to tell family members so none of their corruption is exposed. This has been going on for multiple years and nothing has changed, which is obvious from the reviews left and the span of years those reviews include. People are not treated fairly.
Amanda
10 months ago on Google
5
I spent 6mos inpatient and the staff have helped me save my life. Even after completing they still support me and I'll forever be grateful for the opportunity I was given. Is it easy? Absolutely not!! But so worth it
Anita Kildow
1 year ago on Google
1
This place messed my son s mind up with serotonin syndrome. For 4 months he was non verbal had to write to communicate, could not remember how to get dressed, had Tourette s syndrome type ticks and various other neurological issues from the serotonin syndrome.His prescriber must have gotten her degree from a fortune cookie. The therapist that he did have there was beyond arrogant. I do not recommend this place to anyone.

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Accepted Insurance

Southwest Counseling Service – College Drive works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

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Per session payment lets you pay for each treatment at the time of service. You may also pay for a certain number of sessions up front and then pay for more if needed. This format allows you to tailor the financial investment to your specific needs and avoid having a large lump sum payment due at the end of the treatment program.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
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Therapeutic Community Aftercare is an ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) Level I group for individuals who have completed treatment. The group meets three hours a week and is designed to offer support for the challenges faced in early recovery and focuses on using recovery tools acquired in treatment. The group also offers relapse prevention skills, identifying life stressors, development of healthy social networking, promotes self-help meeting and sponsorship. The Continuing Care group is provided to reinforce the treatment an individual has recently completed. It is an American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Level I treatment. The group helps individuals begin living out their recovery plans using tools they have gained.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

The programs offered at drug rehab in Wyoming address the underlying issues of addiction, with the goal being to get to the root of the problem. By learning to manage issues without substance use, you are empowered to live a healthy, drug-free life.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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Teen Program
Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.
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Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
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Postpartum Program
The postpartum period is a sensitive time, especially for women in addiction recovery. Rehabs with specialized programs for new mothers will offer compassionate, personalized care to meet each client's needs as they transition from pregnancy to this season of life. Care teams may include obstetricians, pediatricians, and social workers working collaboratively to give women, children, and families a healthy future.
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Program For Men
Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.
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Program For Women
Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.
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Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). The Eating Disorder Group helps women diagnosed with an eating disorder to enhance self-esteem and provide structure for healthy eating habits.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

t The Bridges Program provides group therapy that is designed to help individuals optimize their personal and social abilities in order to function successfully in the community. Groups focus on different behavior, emotional, cognitive and recovery skills. Individuals choose to attend the groups that best fit their needs.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life. They provide different types of therapy that meet the patient needs.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Amenities

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Accreditations

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (307) 352-6680
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1124 College Drive
Rock Springs, WY 82901

Fact checked and written by:
Sehar Uddin
Edited by:
Courtney Myers, MS

Reviews of Southwest Counseling Service – College Drive

2.6/5 (23 reviews)
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2.6 (23 reviews)
Laney Moore
9 months ago
1

I would not recommend this program to anyone seeking any kind of help. It s simply based off of money and control. The second you try to question any of their antics, you will be removed from the program and sent to prisons or jails. They do not allow contact with family members or support systems, and force people to give medical release to probations and other organizations that should not have any business in a treatment program. That should be kept private if seeking help and having to be honest to counselors. They do not give you access to mail unless highly scrutinized about it. They treat people as if they are a lower class person or criminal that cannot make decisions for themselves. They will give bogus write ups over small things, such as getting a second cup of coffee in the morning. People that are in real need of help get removed from the program for next to nothing. Even the staff that work there don t agree with the program they are running, they just do it for a paycheck. They will lie when packages are received and say they were never given, and then will fabricate things to tell family members so none of their corruption is exposed. This has been going on for multiple years and nothing has changed, which is obvious from the reviews left and the span of years those reviews include. People are not treated fairly.

Amanda
10 months ago
5

I spent 6mos inpatient and the staff have helped me save my life. Even after completing they still support me and I'll forever be grateful for the opportunity I was given. Is it easy? Absolutely not!! But so worth it

Anita Kildow
1 year ago
1

This place messed my son s mind up with serotonin syndrome. For 4 months he was non verbal had to write to communicate, could not remember how to get dressed, had Tourette s syndrome type ticks and various other neurological issues from the serotonin syndrome.His prescriber must have gotten her degree from a fortune cookie. The therapist that he did have there was beyond arrogant. I do not recommend this place to anyone.

Shawna Grilley
1 year ago
5

Jennifer sanchez
2 years ago
1

This place is the most disgusting place ive ever been too ive heard them abusing patients as well as me. If u want to keep your sanity, run.

Levi Rose
2 years ago
1

They flat out lied in court to keep me locked up for observation an extra 10 days. They are petty and vindictive if you do not agree with the treatment they try to force on you. Go anywhere else.

LisaBeth Clanton
2 years ago
1

Kim Penrod
3 years ago
5

This place saved my life. I've never had a problem with them money wise or other. The counselors are great. The ones that I have seen from 2012 till now have all been caring and understanding. They listen and are willing to help you. I honestly don't know where I'd be if it wasn't for them.

Jamie Olson Buckau
3 years ago
5

They have really helped me with my mental health and I appreciate it so much. My therapist there is amazing and it s a super safe environment.

Michelle Thompson
4 years ago
1

Our insurance only covers this place for counseling. I will be calling and asking them to find others. My husband has dealt with them on now 3 different occasions and still hadn t seen a counselor. Ridiculous! The Green River office wouldn t specify until he walked in the door he was needing to go to Rick Springs first. Then he gets to Rock Springs the next time and they let him know that he was too late at 1:30 when they take people from 1-4 to fill out paperwork and get started. Well, today he finally gets to where they had him in line to go over paperwork and our copay is a set amount. Not with them. They informed it was over triple the amount and argued with him saying that they won t be able to take less until insurance is billed. Umm no. That is wrong. My counselor can look it up right then and there and have the amount. 2 hours of waiting today to have to leave because we know our copay and refuse to pay more he wound up leaving. They don t care if people need real help only if someone has money.

Trinity Weskamp
5 years ago
1

Not helpful at all. The income based billing is based on ur household income. Married or room mates, sharing finances or not...if they live there u must supply their income with yours or be placed in highest billing tier by default. Insurance plans do not cover 3 nites of classes for anywhere near the # of weeks this program requires as a minimum. But....haha insurance also does not cover the bill of any services rendered by a non certified, not credentialed provider (Which happens to be a large percentage of the employees at this agency). Contracted to work thru a certain date beyond their graduation they are allowed to work under the study of certified clinicians as they take classes to test & be certified. Before they test & earn their certificate they are no more than an employee that aspires to be a clinician. Not to say that a non credentialed provider in this profession can't rock their job. Some likely deserve the title more than a fellow certified staff member with a certificate framed on their office wall. It's the kind of job one is born to do, destined to become type thing. They will make a change in people. Ain't nothing gunna change that. But BCBS says they ain't qualified & they won't pay & ain't nothing gunna change that. I have long since been done with their programs. I do encounter many current patients and employees in my job however & from the outside looking in the whole pyramid of people involved in the top of the food chain so to speak is a big conflict of interetest. There is no freedom of choosing your provider. There is something so wrong with that. Especially when 1 agency says you qualify based on a points system for level t treatment. The provider that u can afford finds that u need level 3. Level 3 seems to be a 1 size fits all program. A traffic violation that got out of hand to a sex offender with victim under age 10 are all in 1 group. Told to exchange numbers & lean on one another for support they by contract if on probation cannot associate with any other member in the group whom is also on probation or has ever been in trouble with out risk of a violation. And finally if in a therapeutic place & need to disclose things (get to the core of the issues that have ultimately led to self destructive behaviors) who is going to feel safe to share in a room where a probation officer sits and takes notes. Just there to observe and suggest add ons. Follow clients out after class, approach them in regards to matters shared that are not allowed per probation rules. I for one say it's not a safe place & cannot believe it is allowed. Just sayin. But I told them to get bent & served my time vs sit in their circle. But that's just me.

Wyoming Cowgirl
5 years ago
1

It's pretty hard to accept the fact that you have been discriminated by the only people who are the only ones that you choose and Trust. It's pretty rude when someone like the manager will not allow you to have a new psychiatrist unless you're old psychiatrist will sign you over. It's really rude when you call and they tell you that no one in the whole facility wants to work with you for no reason. It's also rude when they close your case and say that you haven't made an appointment when you've been calling them constantly and trying to figure something out but your psychiatrist isn't even in because they're gone on medical leave until the end of October. It's kind of sad that you've been someone's client for over nine years by choice and they can't even call to see if you're doing well or not. It's kind of messed up when you tell your counselor that you're having a political issue crisis in your life and that you know that the president and the people who are running for president in the year of 2016 will come and they will help you cuz you trust them and you know they'll come if only the facility would contact them so that leader elected politicians can ensure that the client is educated officially and correctly and that they know that the people who are running are safe . It hurts my feelings to look at my notes and know that the therapist was laughing at me silently because they state that those people that are running for politics Don't Care About Us the American people. And that all we are is a number to them. It's kind of rude when your facility keep on sending somebody to walk-in clinics and other Healthcare facilities because they refuse 2 treat them for their mental illness that you and another in your facility have diagnosed them with. It's embarrassing to be sent back to your facility because when the client goes to other places those other places call the cops on the Clint. The other healthcare providers prescribe black box label prescriptions and the client says that they would rather not have that prescription because they feel that it will harm them because they have already taken tons of medication that your facility prescribed to the patient and do not want to experiment anymore and know what medication is available for their illness that has been diagnosed by you. And before these facilities even called the cops the person has already called an officer and ask an officer to escort them to the doctors and have been denied and told by the police department that they are not their bodyguard and no they will not escort them to the doctor. All in all the me client has request e d a grievance form like three times here at this facility at all facilities and no one will give me one. The grievance is a discrimination grievance also simple fact that I've been taking all these medications and now I have no medications to take except for the ones that I have left over because I decided that I will not be experimented on any longer. I still have the old medications that I never use just in case of an emergency if I need them. I'm just waiting and I just want you guys to know that if you think it's an opiate epidemic in this town Maybe it is or maybe it isn't. For me that's not the case . Thank you for advocating for me for such a long time but sorry the first day I walked in your door when I was 17 years old you guys failed the test. It's in my record and I would like a grievance form please.

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