Substance Treatment and Recovery (STAR)
We understand that your decision to enter treatment is not an easy one. However, we believe it is one of the most important decisions you can make, as you begin to face the disease of addiction, problematic substance use, and/or problems associated with mental health. The STAR staff will support you in this initial step in the process of recovery and wellness, whether you become part of our outpatient program or we aid you in finding the appropriate level of care.
Problems associated with substance use are treatable. No matter how hopeless you may feel right now, treatment can help. It will not be easy and will take hard work and difficult decisions on your part. However, it can be done. Following the principles you will learn, you will soon find yourself living one day at a time, enjoying life again, and re-establishing important relationships.
In the initial recovery phase of treatment, we will work together to create an individualized and integrated treatment plan based in abstinence or harm reduction. You will learn about problematic substance use, substance use disorders, and the disease of addiction, and begin the psychological, physiological, and spiritual healing process through a variety of evidence-based interventions. Throughout your outpatient treatment with STAR, our well-trained therapists will partner with you in creating a life worth living and achieving the wellness you deserve.
We welcome you to UNC STAR and applaud your decision to put the pain of problematic or excessive substance use in the past. Once again, there is hope for your future, one day at a time.
Our Treatment Services
We understand that every patient presents with a unique history and personal situation. Our therapists are prepared to address the individual needs of patients by matching specific treatment plans and services accordingly.
We offer a variety of evidence-based models to aid you in your journey. Both virtual and in-person individual and group treatment are available!
Substance Use Disorder Treatment
- An individual, Comprehensive Clinical Assessment
- Outpatient therapy groups
- Individualized treatment and treatment goals
- Assistance with Psychopharmacological/Medication Management Referrals
- Emphasized and encouraged family involvement
- Couples Therapy
- Adolescent Treatment and psychiatry consultation available
- Trauma-informed treatment
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Enhancement Therapy
- Reality Therapy
DWI/DMW Assessment and Counseling
- DWI Substance Abuse Assessment
- Court Ordered Substance Abuse Evaluations
- Short-Term Counseling (20 Hours)
- Longer-Term Structured Treatment (40 Hours)
- Intensive Outpatient Treatment (90 Hours)
Group Therapy Programs
Patients are able to select a therapist that best fits their clinical needs when beginning individual therapy. Group therapy involvement and recommendations are then determined by the individual therapist as part of each patient’s individualized treatment plan. Each one of our therapy groups is facilitated by a therapist who is trained in the specific evidence-based treatment models. A treatment plan is negotiated with the patient that will accommodate work, school, and/or family responsibilities. Our goal is to help the patient identify and achieve balance not to overwhelm the patient. Whenever possible, UNC STAR will work with patients to accommodate work, school, and/or family responsibilities in determining treatment plans and group involvement.
The following groups are available:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Groups
- Stages of Change/Harm Reduction Group
- Recovery in ACTion Group
- Seeking Safety Group
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for Recovery Skills Group
- Incorporating Wellness in Recovery
Referral and Admission Process
Referrals are appreciated, but not required. Give us a call Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. in order to schedule an assessment. If needed, please feel free to call us any other time to leave a voicemail, and we will return your call during office hours.
- The individual is willing to participate in treatment.
- The individual has experienced an impact on physical, psychological, social, familial, and/or educational/vocational functioning due to the use of a substance.
