We Can Help: 219-756-3791

We Can Help: 219-756-3791

    ABCS - Addiction and Behavioral Counseling Services, Inc

    ABCS - Addiction and Behavioral Counseling Services, IncABCS - Addiction and Behavioral Counseling Services, IncABCS - Addiction and Behavioral Counseling Services, Inc

    Mending Minds since 1999

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    Court-Approved & Voluntary Counseling in Northwest Indiana

    Court-Ordered Counseling Northwest Indiana, Court-Mandated Therapy Lake County Indiana, Addiction Co

    Welcome to Recovery with ABCS

    Court-Mandated Counseling and Addiction Treatment in Northwest Indiana. 

    At Addiction and Behavioral Counseling Services, Inc. (ABCS), we provide certified, court-approved counseling and addiction treatment programs across Northwest Indiana and online services for out-of-state individuals.

    Our licensed programs meet all legal requirements for: 

    OWI/DUI counseling
    Anger management
    Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)
    Substance abuse treatment
    Possession-related offenses

    Pornography Addiction

    Gambling Addiction
     

    Whether you were self-referred, court-ordered, referred by a probation officer, or recommended by an attorney, ABCS offers structured, supportive services designed to help you meet your legal obligations and move toward meaningful change.

    Counseling Services that we offer are in person or on-line.

    Our Programs & Services

    We specialize in a wide range of court-mandated and therapeutic services, including:

    • Court-Ordered Counseling

    Tailored plans that meet court, probation, and BMV requirements.

    • Individual & Group Therapy

    Supportive, evidence-based counseling for addiction, behavior change, and mental health.

    • Relapse Prevention

    Skills-focused sessions that help clients maintain sobriety and avoid future charges.

    • Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) and Anger Management

    A proven cognitive-behavioral program accepted by courts across Indiana.

    • Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

    Structured treatment for individuals needing a higher level of support.

    • Minor in Possession Program (Ages 15–20)

    A specialized education and intervention program for youth facing possession-related charges.


    All programs are customized according to each client’s case, charges, needs, and personal goals.

     

    Frequently asked questions

     Yes, we offer online therapy!
    Do you take insurance? Yes, but not state insurance (i.e., HIP,  Medicare, or Medicaid)
    Are you certified by the State of Indiana? Yes
    Yes, we are a court-approved program. Our programs meet court-mandated requirements.
    How many classes would I have to take for a court-mandated program? Between 5 and 32 groups. We also specialize in out-of-state cases and interventions.
    Do you work with adolescents? Over the age of 17 years old 

    We are a court-approved program.


    Online Therapy-Court Approved

    We offer court-approved online therapy for both group and individual counseling. Group sessions include 3 to 18 participants and run for 90 minutes. Individual counseling sessions are typically 45 minutes. Please speak with an intake counselor for more information about our court-approved virtual options. 

    Moral Reconation Therapy

    Therapist providing court-mandated and voluntary counseling session in Northwest Indiana ABCS

    What to expect

    This is a 12-week, court-approved program. We work through the 12 steps and ensure each step is successfully completed before moving forward. This is not AA or NA. MRT focuses on honesty, achieving positive change, and maintaining a commitment to change. 

    SUBSTANCE ABUSE Group Hours Tues & Thurs 5:30PM. Weds & Fri 10:00AM TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE

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    Court-Mandated and Voluntary Counseling Programs

    Level I-Substance Abuse Education

    Level I-Substance Abuse Education

    Level I-Substance Abuse Education

    Substance Abuse Education Program

    Group therapy that covers education on substance abuse, the mind, body and consequences of substance abuse.  Typically, 5-10 sessions


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    Level II-Risk/Relapse Prevention

    Level I-Substance Abuse Education

    Level I-Substance Abuse Education

    Risk/Relapse Program designed to address coping skills, abstinence, goal setting, self-esteem, cognitive therapy, developing new habits.  Typically, 11-15 sessions


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    Intensive Outpatient Program

    Level I-Substance Abuse Education

    Intensive Outpatient Program

    Intensive Outpatient Program is designed to address addiction on a much deeper level.  In IOP we build off of what was learned in level I and Level II.  This program is typically 16 -24 weeks.  You will attend a minimum of 3 times weekly.  

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    Please contact us directly with any questions, comments, or scheduling concerns, including inquiries about court-mandated or voluntary counseling services. 

    Phone (219)756-3791

    Fax any documents to (219)756-3793.  

    ABCS Addiction and Behavioral Counseling Services

    7805 W Taft St, Merrillville, IN 46410

    (219) 756-3791 abcservices219@gmail.com


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