Provides individual and family counselling, as well as education and prevention for substance use and misuse including alcohol, other drug, tobaco and gambling.
A range of treatment services to help Albertans improve their health, learn new life skills and recover from the harmful effects of substance use and problem gambling. Range of services include screening, assessment, individual and group counselling, referral to other resources, and aftercare support.
Assessment and treatment will include learning about your past history, present situation and identifying your goals. The counsellor will talk with you about the different treatment options, including counselling to help you reach your goals. Your counsellor will help you choose goals and strategies, make suggestions, and review your progress with you.
The office also offers information and support to anyone (including health providers and employers) about alcohol, drugs. tobaco, and gambling.
Prevention and promotion services are offered to help prevent problems and reduce harm related to substance use and gambling. Services include:
- school programs
- community programs
- workplace programs