Christian Recovery Programs of Pearland
Early Intervention Program
The Early Intervention Program is designed to offer pre-treatment services to adolescents who have been identified as "At Risk" to develop substance abuse and related problems. We provide an opportunity for the adolescent and their family to address those potential problems before they escalate into addiction.
As with any disease be it cancer, heart disease or addiction, early detection and intervention is the best predictor of recovery.
How do I know if my child needs Early Intervention?
- The fact that you are asking indicates that there is a concern
- You have noticed "changes" you are not comfortable with in your child's behavior
- Someone else has expressed a concern such as a teacher, coach or family friend
- Your child has begun to have trouble in school or with the legal system
Program Overview
The Pre-treatment Program is a six week psycho-educational group for adolescents and their families. Participants are asked to attend all six groups and to attend one 12-step meeting per week. Individual and family therapy sessions are available as well.
Program Goals for Adolescents:
- Explore the negative consequences of use
- Gain basic knowledge of the cycle of abuse and dependence
- Verbalize their drug and alcohol use history
- Gain exposure to the 12-step recovery program
- Monitor abstinence through random drug testing
Program Goals for Family Members:
- Receive basic information on the cycle of abuse and dependency
- Confront enabling behaviors in the family system
- Explore intervention as a parenting style for substance abusing or addicted teens
- Gain exposure to the 12-step recovery program
- Develop behavioral contracts and evaluate the need for further treatment if necessary