About Turning Point – Harwin Drive – Houston
Turning Point – Harwin Drive in Houston, Texas, has been delivering a full range of substance abuse and mental health services for more than three decades. Their programs are available to both youth and adults, with a focus on long term recovery and personal growth. Turning Point specializes in creating individualized care plans that address the specific needs of the client, offering support to family members to create a sustainable treatment plan at home.
A standout offering is their Adolescent Substance Abuse Program which starts with an individualized assessment that allows counselors to identify the client’s triggers and support systems. Services include cognitive skills development, personalized treatment planning, social support training, anger management and relapse prevention. Participants also learn refusal skills for avoiding substance use, and they develop strategies for effective communication.
Turning Point acknowledges the important role that parents and guardians play in the lives of their clients. To that end they host sessions to educate and empower families so they know how to help their loved ones who are facing mental health and addiction challenges.
Their Substance Abuse Program is a flexible treatment program for adults. It typically lasts three to six months, depending on client progress. Therapy consists of group and individual counseling sessions aimed at behavioral and emotional development. Adults also join in family group sessions, which help to strengthen relationships and share support techniques. Some of the unique components of this program include interpersonal skills training, HIV education, anger and stress management, and preparation for re-engagement in a drug free lifestyle.
