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DCMHS staff view drug and alcohol dependence as a disease
which can be treated. Clients who present with this problem are carefully  screened and placed in a program which is
appropriate to their level of chemical involvement. Therapists who are specifically trained and experienced in assessment of
chemical abuse and dependence are available to serve residents in each of the Region V Counties. When
clients present with
these types of problems, the therapists will perform a thorough evaluation and make
recommendations as to the type of treatment which appears warranted. Treatment options might
range from intensive outpatient care, residential treatment, inpatient referral,
involvement in an aftercare group, or possibly individual therapy.
Nunan Center is our Residential program for alcohol and drug addictions. Nunan
Center allows for treatment of up to 12 men and 6 women, with 3 extra detoxification beds
which can be used by either men or women. With the completion of primary treatment,
generally occurring over a 45-day stay at Nunan Center, clients have an option--if appropriate--to choose extended treatment for a
period of up to 6 months. We have 8 male and 4 female beds available for extended treatment. We also offer a 15-week evening
Intensive Outpatient Program for chemical abuse and dependence,
which allows working clients an opportunity to receive comprehensive care while maintaining their job.
Individual and group treatments for co-dependency are provided as well, often most
helpful for client who have a significant relationship with chemically dependent others.
The programs at DCMHS take a holistic approach to the treatment of chemical
abuse  and dependency. This means that we work towards helping the client achieve
physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being and sobriety by utilizing a broad range of
treatment modalities including group, individual, and family therapy. Educational lectures,
participation in 12-step meetings, and spiritual awareness are included in virtually all of the
DCMHS chemical rehabilitation programs. The process involves helping the client (1)
gain insight concerning his/her barriers or defenses used to avoid uncomfortable emotions
and (2) develop a willingness to change his/her dysfunctional thinking and behaviors. The
goals of treatment are to enable the chemically dependent or abusive person to become a
more functional member of society and help them gain acceptance of self and others so that
s/he can continue the process of change to a more healthy existence if he/she chooses.
Aftercare groups and treatment are also available for clients who have been through
treatment or rehabilitation and are wanting to further the stability of their sobriety and
abstinence.
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