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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Prevention Counseling

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Q: Who can be referred for counseling? 

 

A: Prevention counseling is for at-risk or struggling youth ages 5 to 21 This includes youth whose families experiences difficulties related to family communication, management, conflict between parents or conflict between parents, children or youth with issues related to adjustment and social skills, truancy or academic success, or youth whose families have substance misuse history . 

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Q: What does the  referral process consist of? 

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A: Both parents and organizations can refer youth for prevention counseling services, but parental involvement and consent are required.  

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Q: How long will referred youth be able to participate in counseling? 

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A: The counseling is short-term for about 3 months. Should more counseling be necessary after the 3 month period patients can discuss further options with the counselor.

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Q: Will someone have access to information about those receiving counseling? 

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A: All WQPS staff adhere to HIPAA regulations and will not release any information without  written consent from a parent, legal guardian or individual (for participants over 18  only). 

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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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