Adolescent Program
A multi-dimensional family therapy and education program for the treatment of adolescent substance use disorder. Complete Contact FormCall Us For Free AdviceHelp Is Available
Even if you can’t stop them using, you can still have a good relationship with them.
Are you worried about someone and just don’t know what to do?
We know how to help because we have been where you are.
About The Program
A flexible, tailor-made program for your families’ unique needs.
The Family and Adolescent Change Therapy program is based in Armadale and is the first of its kind in Australia.
The focus is on working with your family and/or the adolescent to:
- Increase understanding
- Encourage change
- Build better relationships
The program is evidence-based, drawing on international best practice and well-respected, cutting-edge research.
A free, 30-minute assessment with a counsellor for your family and/or adolescent (phone or in person).
2 Group Education Sessions (Optional).
5 Counselling Sessions.
Education Sessions
Week One
- Adolescent Development
- Risk-Taking Behaviour
- Meeting Resistance
- Setting Limits
- Developmental Stages of the Adolescent Brain
- Effects of Alcohol and Drugs on the Adolescent Brain
Week Two
- Family Relationships
- Structured Family Recovery
- Communication
- Making Choices
- The Change Process
- Journey of the Heroic Parent
FREE Family First Step Program
The first of its kind in Australia, the Family First Step Program will teach you skills to help you better understand what you are dealing with and incorporate strategies to cope.