Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Solutions Over Substances

Substance Abuse Counseling, Education & Evaluation

1227 World Store Court

Dallas, Texas 75217

Phone: (214) 381-9535 ¾ Fax: (214) 309-7505

            The Out Patient Treatment program utilizes 12 step based solution focused group therapy methods developed by the staff at Solutions Over Substances to serve the needs of the special populations which we serve.  Realistic goals, learning to fill the needs that alcohol, other drugs and associated addictive behaviors were supposed to have filled are emphasized throughout the program.

            We believe that, given the short time frame that individuals are in the program, we are able to maximize the effectiveness of the client’s treatment experience utilizing these  proven recovery techniques. 


The Life Skills/Substance Abuse Education and Awareness Group (Ed Grp)

    v      Schedule: Mondays, 6:30 ~ 8:30 for six sessions.

v      First time registration at 6:00 PM Monday

Designed to meet the needs of those individuals who have been assessed with substance abuse but are not assessed to be substance dependent and not in need of a full treatment regimen, this is a twelve hour program accomplished in six evening sessions from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM and deals primarily with learning and practicing alternate life skills and coping methods to replace alcohol and other drug use/abuse and associated illegal activities as coping mechanisms and improve quality of life by finding the Secrets Of Serenity through practicing the Symptoms Of Sobriety. 

Subjects discussed include but are not limited to:

Core Curriculum:

        Anger & Stress Management,

        Grief Recovery,

        Introduction to the 12 Steps and 12 Step Programs of Recovery (AA/NA, etc.)

        Managing Cravings, Recognizing and managing relapse warning signs and Avoidance of High Risk situations,

        Developing a Relapse Prevention Network and Support System for continued Recovery,

        Developing an Individual Plan of Recovery.

 These groups are interactive and the needs of group participants are the primary focus in each group session, therefore, topics of discussion will vary from time to time.


Substance Abuse Supportive Out Patient Treatment Program

The process is usually completed in 24 sessions (12 in Phase I & 12 in Phase II). 

Phase I - Monday & Tuesday Evenings 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM = 6 weeks/12 sessions. A  minimum of  twice weekly 12 step meetings and complete 12 step workbook exercises, Steps 1 thru 3.
Phase II - Wednesday Evenings 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM = twelve weeks/12 sessions.  Continue 12 step meetings and step work and complete Relapse Prevention workbook exercises.

Substance Abuse Intensive Out Patient Treatment Program

The Intensive Program is based on each individual's needs, as determined collaboratively between the primary counselor and the individual client at the time of admission to the program.  It  is generally a 24 week/42 session program in three phases. Fees and schedule for the Intensive Program will be discussed prior to admission.


Relapse Prevention Group

The Relapse Prevention Group is a twelve session program normally meeting on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM.  This program is designed to meet the needs of those individuals who are diagnosed with Substance Abuse as opposed to Substance Dependence or those individuals who have had some recovery/sobriety and for whatever reason relapsed.  Focus in the RPG is on finding what has worked in the past to stay “clean and sober” and do more of those things which have proved beneficial in the past.  As with the other Out Patient Treatment Programs group member are required to attend a minimum of two AA or NA meetings and have a verifiable sponsor.

 

Transition to each phase and successful termination is a treatment team decision

based on each individual’s progress and compliance with criteria for each phase. 

 

USDOT and Criminal Justice Substance Abuse Evaluations

to meet Conditions of Probation and/or Employment -- by appointment only.

 

Visit us at http://www.sos-tx.com  or

For More Information call ¾ (214) 381-9535