Counseling sessions are designed to foster independent living skills devoid of chemical dependency and re-focus the individual's attention on self, children and family.

 Individual Counseling

Patients meet with their primary counselor on a regular basis to discuss their individualized treatment plan as well as short and long term goals.

 Group Counseling

Patients are encouraged to participate in group counseling as part of their treatment plan.  NASC conducts several groups.  Some groups are topic specific while others provide support for a group based on gender, ethnicity or stage in treatment.  While most groups have an open enrollment, there ae some that have a set curriculum with a specific start date.  NASC currently offers the following groups:

• Career Development/Job Readiness
• Men's Group
• Women's Group
• Recovery Group
• Life Beyond Methadone
• Commmunity Intervention
• Orientation Group
• Latino Group
• Survivors Group
• Sustaining without Cocaine

 HIV Counseling and Education

New Age Services Corporation maintains an HIV early intervention program staffed by HIV Certified counselors that provide HIV/AIDS education, pre-test counseling, testing and follow-up post counseling.  These services are provided on a strictly confidential basis.

 Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence and substance use often occur together in a person’s life. NASC addresses these co-occurring issues by providing intensive support to individuals early in their treatment cycle ensuring that both issues are appropriately considered during treatment planning and delivery. NASC offers support groups through this program to survivors of domestic violence encouraging clients to learn from each other and develop supportive relationships.

 DUI Evaluation and Education

NASC provides DUI Evaluation and Education services using curriculum approved by the Illinois Secretary of State and Illinois court systems.  DUI service are provided Monday through Saturday.

 Parenting Classes

NASC conducts parent education classes for our patients and the community.  NASC uses the ACT Parents Raising Safe Kids program curriculum for classes.  This program is a national research-based initiative designed to educate communities and families to create safe, healthy environments that protect children and youth from violence.

Last Updated: 1/8/2011 10:41 AM