Educational Programs 

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Q: How beneficial are educational programs?

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A: The educational programs that we offer are evidence based programs that have been tested for their effectiveness with various youth  groups. These programs have been proven to improve coping, resilience and stress management skills among youth, increase decision making, prevent substance misuse and decrease risks for behavioral and mental health issues.  

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Q: What are the costs for participation in the programs? 

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A: There is no cost to individuals or organizations partnering with WQPS. Trained staff are provided to deliver curricula and all materials needed. 

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Q: What is the application process? 

 

A: It is quite simple. Individuals who are interested in parenting programs or counseling can call our office directly to sign up for classes.  

 

Organizations  interested in partnering with WQPS can call us to discuss the details of bringing prevention programming to your organization and send in a requisition form with more information. 

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Early Intervention

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Q: Who is eligible for an early intervention ? 

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         A: Teens who display the early stages of substance use (i.e. use, possession), 

              but do not yet show signs of a  substance abuse disorder. 

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Q. What is the goal of an early intervention? 

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       A. Abstinence from drugs and abstinence, delayed initiation and non-abusive

           use  alcohol is a long term goal of the early intervention. 

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Q: How does counselor know whether a teen needs early intervention or treatment? 

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         A. As part of the intake process a counselor will perform a substance     

              use related standardized screening to help determine which intervention 

              is needed. 

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Q:  What if it is determined that a referred person needs extended treatment? 

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        A:  WQPS staff will assist in finding appropriate and conveniently located 

              treatment  providers. 

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