NorthKey Community Care – Wirtz Center Addiction Treatment Program
Located at 12 East 5th Street in Newport, KY, NorthKey Community Care’s Wirtz Center offers comprehensive and integrated substance use services designed to support individuals on their path to lasting recovery. This facility is dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based treatment that addresses both substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, recognizing the intertwined nature of these challenges.
Integrated and Evidence-Based Treatment
The core philosophy at the Wirtz Center centers on integrated mental health and substance use disorder treatment. By identifying and treating both issues concurrently, the program aims to improve a client’s overall well-being and strengthen their skills for sustained recovery. This approach utilizes evidence-based practices to promote sobriety and build a solid foundation for a healthier future.
Program Offerings and Therapeutic Modalities
The center provides various levels of care, including an intensive outpatient program (IOP) specifically for adults struggling with alcohol and/or drugs. A variety of therapeutic modalities are employed to ensure personalized care tailored to individual needs. These modalities may include individual psychotherapy, as well as marital/couples and family therapy to involve loved ones in the healing process. Psychiatric services are also available for assessment, evaluation, and supportive medication therapy when needed to strengthen recovery.
Key Components of Recovery
Recovery at NorthKey is a holistic process, encompassing several vital components:
- Individual Therapy: Dedicated time to work on personal mental health concerns and progress the recovery plan.
- Case Management: Assistance in coordinating services and navigating resources vital for stability.
- Peer Support: Connections with others who have shared similar experiences, fostering community and accountability.
- Education: Increasing knowledge about addiction as a disease, the stages of recovery, and effective relapse prevention techniques. Topics also include developing coping skills, co-dependency, and fostering healthy relationships to reduce interpersonal violence.
- Leisure Time Skills Development: Learning to identify and engage in positive activities that exclude drugs or alcohol.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of treatment is available at the Wirtz Center?
The Wirtz Center primarily offers an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and various therapeutic modalities, including integrated mental health and substance use disorder treatment, individual psychotherapy, and family therapy.
Does the program address mental health issues?
Yes, the program offers integrated treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, including psychiatric services for assessment and medication management for those with co-occurring conditions.
How can I contact NorthKey Community Care?
For services at the Wirtz Center, the phone number is 859-578-3200. For crisis situations, NorthKey operates a 24/7 CRISIS Line at 859-331-3292.

