Addiction Treatment & Intervention Services (ATIS)

The Addiction Treatment and Intervention Services (ATIS) program has been specializing in Substance Use Treatment over 35 years

We offer several different levels of care, each tailored to your individual needs and personal circumstances. Determining the most appropriate level of care for your situation is part of the initial assessment process; completed collaboratively with you. Here is some information on the services we offer on site:

The Non-Acute Partial hospitalization program includes group therapy 5 days per week as well as twice-weekly individual sessions. Individuals are usually in this level of care for about 4-6 weeks, or once they are more stable in regards to their sobriety. Clients participate in their treatment planning to set goals, as well as in their treatment plan reviews. Once the individual successfully completes this level of care, they step down to the Intensive Outpatient Program.

The Intensive Outpatient Program includes group 3 days per week as well as biweekly individual sessions. The estimated length of time in this program is 8-10 weeks. Individuals also participate in their treatment planning and subsequent treatment plan reviews. Once the individual successfully completes this level of care, they step down to the Outpatient Program.

Individuals in the Outpatient Program receive weekly groups and/or biweekly individual sessions. Individuals are usually in this level of care for about 8-10 weeks, but can choose to stay longer for continued support. As with the other levels of care, individuals participate in their treatment planning and subsequent treatment plan reviews.

Case Management is also available in all levels of care to assist individuals with things like obtaining housing, applying for medical insurance, food bank locations, and others.

Psychiatric services are available to all clients in our substance use disorder programs to address their mental health symptoms in conjunction with the substance abuse. Individuals are able to have an initial psychiatric evaluation for medications and/or monitoring to continue medications. Further and ongoing treatment to address Substance Use and/or Mental Health issues is assessed on a case-by-case basis throughout treatment and any appropriate referrals are made.

*Vivitrol/Naltrexone Clinic is also available to any client who is interested on site and overseen by nurses and a psychiatrist. All visits occur on site at the program, as does the administration of the injection.

By recognizing substance use disorders impact people in every area of their lives as well as their physical health, ATIS helps individuals and families regain control of their lives without the use of alcohol or other drugs. Treatment meets the unique and individual needs of each individual; emphasizing each person’s motivation to make change, collaboratively measuring progress throughout the course of treatment, and ongoing care.

IF YOU HAVE URGENT NEED FOR HELP, WE OFFER OPEN ACCESS HOURS IN OUR CLINIC

Current Hours for Open Access:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 12:30pm-2:30pm

Tuesday: 8:30am-10:30am

 

 

Has your child been cited for Underage Drinking and is required to complete an Assessment and/or an Education Class?

This program is designed for persons under age 21 who have been charged with an alcohol or drug violation. It is offered in conjunction with Local Magistrates as a possible alternative to fines, license suspension and court costs. We offer formal assessments if required by the Magistrate, and an 8-hour educational class on the personal and legal effects of underage drinking. We encourage self-exploration and self-diagnosis in a safe and comfortable environment.

Other topics covered in the class include:

  • Peer Pressure/ Social Influence
  • Media Influence
  • Anger Management
  • Confidence/Self-Esteem
  • Planning for the Future/Stages of Change
  • Physical / Psychological Effects
  • Academic Consequences
  • Social Effects
  • Family/ Relationship Issues
  • Warning Signs

Our goals for the program include:

  • Encouraging responsible choices about the use of alcohol and other drugs.
  • Cultivating the development of skills that enhance problem-solving, stress management and conflict resolution.
  • Promoting the idea of healthy individuals and h3 families.
  • If you have any questions about our Underage Services, please call    412-675-8511.

DUI Court Ordered: Assessments, Alcohol Highway Safety School and/or Intervention Services If you have been court ordered for DUI Education and/or Intervention Services, this is what you can expect.We meet you where you are to address the need for improving behaviors concerning alcohol and other drug use.

  • First, you need to know that all services pertaining to personal drug and alcohol issues are strictly confidential.
  • Second, we know what we are doing. The MYCS DUI Program has been working in cooperation with Allegheny County Courts and specializing in DUI Education and Intervention Services for over 35 years.
  • Third, we take your needs into account. We offer all services in a relaxed, safe, and non-threatening environment.

We treat each person individually but find that our DUI program can meet your needs in these areas:

  1. Drug & Alcohol Assessments-to determine level of care recommendations
  2. First time offender Alcohol Highway Safety School and/or Intervention Group.
  3. Multiple offender Alcohol Highway Safety School and/or Intervention Group.
  4. Electronic Monitoring Intervention Group.

We recognize the reasons for substance use and the resulting DUI are many and multi-faceted. Some of the areas and issues we will address will be:

  • Drug & Alcohol Education
  • Prevention & Intervention
  • Physical/Psychological Effects
  • Relationship/Family Issues
  • Economic/Financial Consequences
  • Environmental & Social Influences
  • Exploration of Stages of Change
  • Warning Signs
  • Stress Reduction
  • Anger Management
  • Media Influence
  • LGBTQIA
  • Recovery & Support Services

If you would like further information, please contact MYCS the DUI Program directly at:

412-675-8511.

The TASC Outreach Program at MYCS is about Community Intervention and Outreach Services. It stands for the Treatment Alternatives for a Safer Community and is a response to the recognized links between substance use and behaviors related to legal consequences. We offer free Educational Services to all community groups/venues and individuals through group, individual or table display presentations for:

  • Churches, Colleges and Schools
  • Law Enforcement: Police, Probation, Parole and District Magistrates.
  • Drug and Alcohol Programs: In-Patient, Outpatient, Adult, Adolescent
  • Mental Health/Behavioral Health Programs
  • Group Homes and Shelters
  • Community Events/Heath Fairs

Some topics that are covered in our outreach efforts are:

  • Overdose Prevention-Administration of Nar Can/Naloxone
  • HIV/STD Prevention and Education
  • Alcohol/Drug Facts
  • Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

We also provide Community Referrals for Services:

  • Substance Use
  • Mental Health
  • Physical Health
  • Plus Basic Needs such as Food, Shelter and Clothing

We also offer a TASC Intervention Group for individuals who do not meet the criteria for substance abuse or addiction recovery treatment but could benefit from an educational process before their use interferes with their daily and family lives.

This is a free service. It is a six-week program that meets once a week for at risk individuals involved with the criminal justice system. Updates are provided to referral sources. Individuals will receive random urine screenings and breathalyzers. Case management services are provided in the form of referrals/linkage to other needed services.

For more information please call (412) 675-8516 Press 2 then 5 to access the TASC Program