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Compulsive Gambling
Our outpatient treatment enables the gambler to continue to meet job, school and family obligations while managing his or her financial situation. In keeping with the agency's mission, treatment focuses on the needs of the entire family, as well as the gambler's individual needs. Evaluations are offered at no charge. Following the evaluation, results are explained in detail and recommendations are made. Services include individual counseling, group treatment, family therapy, couples counseling and referrals to budget counseling services. Read our helpful Q&A: How to Help a Compulsive Gambler.
Since 1986, Heartland Family Service has been the leading provider of comprehensive outpatient gambling treatment in the metro area. We have the only gambling treatment program to provide full-time compulsive gambling counselors in this area. The Iowa program is funded by the Iowa Department of Human Services, and the Nebraska program is funded by the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services. Our staff serves on both the Nebraska and Iowa Committees for Gambling Counselors.
Substance Abuse - Adult
The Heartland Family Service Addictions Program is a progressive behavioral health program complemented by a full array of services that support family life. Outpatient treatment consists of individual and group therapy sessions that meet two to three or more times weekly, as determined by individual needs. Spouses, significant others and/or family member(s) are invited to participate in the treatment process. The length of treatment is tailored to the needs of the individual. A typical course of treatment may last from 16 to 20 weeks , but successful completion is primarily a matter of individual progress. Aftercare services are also available to support individuals and families in sustaining the changes they have made. Daytime and evening programming is available to accommodate a variety of work and family schedules.
On the cutting edge of the behavioral health profession, master’s level therapists provide dual diagnosis training and treatment for the benefit of the client. Our program was founded nearly 20 years ago as one of the first comprehensive substance abuse treatment programs in the metro area. In Nebraska, Region VI is the primary funding source of the outpatient program, which allows services to be available to Nebraskans on a sliding fee scale. State funding allows Iowa services to be available on a sliding fee basis for Iowa residents.
DUI/OWI
Our DWI/OWI course is appropriate for court referrals for DUI/OWI offenders and may be used as a preliminary to primary treatment.
The course fulfills the requirement of a 12-hour DUI course as required by Iowa Code. Nebraska residents may also utilize this course for satisfaction of DWI-related court requirements.
The class incorporates lecture session and self-assessment activities to inform participants of the social, mental, physical, financial, psychological, and spiritual impacts of alcohol and drug use. The participants will also learn about the dynamics of progression to addiction, and about the addiction recovery process.
Family Connections
This Program provides therapists and social workers who go into a family home to help parents learn stronger personal and parenting skills, also extends services to women who are incarcerated in the Douglas County Corrections Center (DCCC). “Real Life Connections” offers professional therapy and transitional skill-building to the women to better prepare them for the skills they will need when they are released.
Family Works Substance Abuse Treatment Center
Family Works is a residential substance abuse treatment center for pregnant women and their young children. It is a unique arrangement that keeps families intact while giving mothers the intensive, professional support they need to get clean and stay sober. The program preserves and strengthens the mother-child attachment that is so critical to the child’s safety, health and lifelong well-being. Pregnant women or women with a child under one year—and their additional children—are eligible. Read more in the media release.
Youth Substance Abuse Treatment
The Heartland Family Service youth treatment team offers three effective approaches for adolescents and young adults age 13-20 who are involved with substance abuse, including those who may have co-occurring mental health issues. All three options provide individual, group and family therapy as well as an aftercare component. Highly recommended for parents with children in treatment is the Setting Limits parenting class. Click here for our helpful Q&A: Raising Drug-Free Kids and Raising Drug-Free Teens.
Outpatient & Extended Outpatient Program
This program is strength-based, family-centered and developmentally specific for youth age 13-18. The focus is on motivating young adults and their families to address problems related to substance abuse and co-occurring conditions. The program runs 12-21 weeks, meeting 4-6 hours per week.
Intensive Outpatient Program
This intensive program helps youth age 13-20 who are experiencing moderate levels of impairment due to substance abuse and mental health issues. It is appropriate for the youth who wants treatment or who is transitioning from day or residential treatment and still remains at significant risk for relapse, juvenile offenses, school failure, family violence and other problems. It is especially good for youth whose recovery environment is inconsistent or negative. Staff helps youth build on existing supports and focus on their readiness to change. This program runs 10-12 weeks, meeting 3 times a week for 3 hours a day.
Day Treatment Program
This highly structured daily treatment experience is for the youth age 13-20 who has significantly impaired functioning and is at high risk of relapse, but who can be safely maintained at home or in a community-based placement. The program provides continuity for the youth in regard to family, school and community. Staff treats co-occurring mental health diagnoses. This program runs 12-15 weeks, 5 days a week, for 3 hours a day.
Minor in Possession (MIP) Class
This education class for young adults, age 12-19 years, supports drug awareness and addiction prevention. Classes are conducted by two licensed CADAC counselors. The interactive format incorporates two respected programs – the Hazeldon “Alternate Roots” program and the “Prime For Life” program of the Prevention Research Institute. Guest speakers include young adults who have been though an MIP program and have effectively moved forward with their lives. Youth from Douglas, Sarpy and outlying counties who have been cited with an MIP are eligible. Referrals are accepted from parents, educational institutions, private physicians, etc. One 8-hour session on Saturdays is offered once monthly at either the Heartland Family Service West Office or Central Office. Tuition is $50 per participant. A limited number of sliding-fee slots are available.
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