Turning Point Counseling Services

About Turning Point Counseling Services – Fairbanks

Turning Point Counseling Services is an addiction treatment center in Fairbanks, Alaska that offers an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), general outpatient treatment, and aftercare. Turning Point is LGBTQ+ informed and integrates a wide range of evidence-based treatments for substance use disorder, including unique approaches such as brainspotting and equine-assisted psychotherapy.

At Turning Point, outpatient treatment starts with an intensive outpatient program and steps down to general outpatient treatment and aftercare. The first phase is an eight-week IOP program with nine hours of treatment per week, and the four-week step-down phase includes two therapy sessions per week. Treatment includes individual and group therapy, patient education and relapse prevention, and evidence-based complementary therapies, such as brainspotting and equine therapy.

During aftercare, participants attend a weekly group meeting to help them maintain their recovery and incorporate their new habits into daily life. Participants can return to previous phases if necessary to address new concerns and solidify their commitment to their new substance-free lifestyle.

Turning Point accepts VA coverage and some private insurance plans. They are not able to accept TRICARE. Be sure to check with your insurance provider to verify that they cover the Turning Point program and to find out about any out-of-network benefits.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

12-Step

12 step programs such as Alcoholics or Narcotics Anonymous are support group style programs for individuals who are experiencing alcohol or substance use disorder. At Evoke they use a holistic model of addiction care that includes using 12 step programs. These programs are an integral part of most relapse prevention plans and provide continued support and accountability that support sobriety.

Aftercare Support

Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

Medically Assisted Detox

Drug and alcohol addiction often takes a heavy toll on one's body. Over time, a physical dependence can develop, meaning the body physiologically needs the substance to function. Detox is the process of removing drugs and/or alcohol from the body, a process that can be lethal if mismanaged. Medical detox is done by licensed medical professionals who monitor vital signs and keep you safe, healthy, and as comfortable as possible as you go through detox and withdrawal.

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Treatments

Alcoholism Drug Addiction Dual Diagnosis Mental Health and Substance Abuse Opioid Addiction

Programs

Adult Program

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

LGBTQ Program

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Military Program

Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Staff

Joseph Nowell, LPCS,MAC

Owner

Nicolette Carrasco, BS

Chief Operating and Finance Officer

Gunnar Ebbesson, LPCS, MAC, CDCS

Owner

Jonathan Miller, LPCS

Clinical Director

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