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Family Counseling Services of Athens

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1435 Oglethorpe Avenue, Athens, GA, Georgia 30606
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Family Counseling Service of Athens: Comprehensive Addiction Treatment

A Legacy of Care in Northeast Georgia

Since 1969, Family Counseling Service of Athens (FCS) has been a cornerstone for affordable and professional mental health and educational services in Athens-Clarke County and the surrounding Northeast Georgia area. Their mission focuses on meeting the individual, family, and community needs, providing a compassionate and clinically excellent environment. The agency’s commitment to community welfare is reflected in its experienced staff, many of whom have advanced degrees and state licensure in social work, professional counseling, marriage and family therapy, and certified addiction counseling. They are dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate complex life challenges, including those related to substance use.

Substance Abuse Evaluation and Treatment Services

FCS understands that addiction is a multifaceted issue requiring tailored intervention. The center offers dedicated services for substance abuse evaluation and comprehensive treatment, recognizing that counseling often provides a meaningful intervention for those affected by dependence. Clinicians at FCS are equipped to address a range of issues through various therapeutic modalities, ensuring that clients receive the specific support they need for recovery.

Personalized Therapeutic Approaches

The clinical team provides a variety of options for counseling and therapy, which are integral to their addiction program. Treatment can be administered through individual sessions, or within the context of couples or family counseling, depending on the client’s unique situation and support system. In addition to core counseling services, FCS offers specialized programs designed to tackle specific related issues, such as youth alcohol and drug abuse. Support groups are also often utilized as a helpful tool in the recovery process, fostering community and shared experience among those working toward sobriety.

Services offered include:

  • Individual Counseling and Therapy
  • Couples and Family Counseling
  • Substance Abuse Evaluation and Treatment
  • Specialized programs for youth alcohol and drug abuse
  • Support Group Referrals

FAQs

What types of licenses do the staff hold?

The staff includes social workers (LCSW/LMSW), professional counselors (LPC), marriage and family therapists (LMFT), and certified addiction counselors, all holding advanced degrees and relevant state licenses.

Does Family Counseling Service of Athens offer walk-in services for evaluation?

While they welcome inquiries, it is best to contact the office directly at 706-549-7755 to schedule an appointment for evaluation or counseling services.

Are the services affordable?

Yes, FCS is committed to providing professional and affordable counseling and education services to the community.

Opening Hours
Monday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Type of Care
Substance use treatment
Service Setting
Residential/24-hour residential, Long-term residential
External Opioid Medications Source
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Type of Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
Source of Medications Used for Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Type of Opioid Treatment
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Treatment Approaches
Anger management
Brief intervention
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Motivational interviewing
Matrix Model
Relapse prevention
Substance use disorder counseling
Trauma-related counseling
Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Facility Operation
Private non-profit organization
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