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Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center

Mental Health
Outpatient Treatment
Accredited Medical Provider
Grants and Private Insurance accepted

Overview

Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center is a mental health treatment center for people seeking treatment near Sebastian County. As part of their treatment modalities for recovery, Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center provides individual psychotherapy, couples/family therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy during treatment. Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, accepting cash or self-payment for treatment.

Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center at a Glance

Payment Options

  • Cash or self-payment
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
  • Private health insurance

Assessments

  • Screening for tobacco use
  • Comprehensive mental health assessment
  • Comprehensive substance use assessment
  • Interim services for clients
  • Outreach to persons in the community

Age Groups

  • Seniors or older adults
  • Adolescents
  • Young adults
  • Children/adolescents
  • Adults

Ancillary Services

  • Assertive community treatment
  • Intensive case management
  • Case management service
  • Court-ordered outpatient treatment
  • Education services

Accreditations

State mental health department:

State mental health department accreditation refers to the process of evaluating and certifying the quality and standards of a state's mental health department, ensuring that it provides high-quality services and meets specific criteria for mental health care. The accreditation process is performed by a third-party organization and helps to improve the overall care and treatment of individuals with mental health conditions.

State department of health:

Government agencies issue State Licenses, granting permission to rehabilitation organizations to conduct their business operations lawfully within specific geographic regions. Generally, the particular rehabilitation programs offered by a facility and its physical location dictate the necessary licenses needed for legal operation.

Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF):

CARF accreditation is a prestigious recognition granted to rehabilitation and human service organizations. It signifies that an organization meets high-quality standards, having undergone a rigorous evaluation process. CARF accreditation boosts an organization's credibility and ensures top-notch care for individuals with disabilities, injuries, or healthcare needs.

National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA):

NCQA accreditation is a recognition and evaluation process for healthcare organizations, given by the National Committee for Quality Assurance. It measures the quality and performance of healthcare providers, insurance plans, and managed care organizations in providing quality care to their patients. The NCQA accreditation is widely recognized as a benchmark for quality in healthcare and helps consumers make informed decisions about their healthcare options.

Council on Accreditation (COA):

The Council on Accreditation (COA) is a non-profit that provides accreditation to human services organizations to ensure they meet high standards in service delivery. The accreditation process involves evaluating the organization's policies, practices, and services to meet specific standards.

Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP):

HFAP is a non-profit that accredits healthcare facilities, including hospitals and nursing homes, to ensure they meet quality and safety standards. The accreditation process involves a review of the facility's policies, procedures and practices with a focus on patient care, safety and satisfaction. The goal is to improve quality and promote patient confidence.

Federally Qualified Health Center:

Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) accreditation is a process of evaluation and recognition by the federal government for community health centers that provide comprehensive and accessible healthcare services to underserved populations. FQHC accreditation is essential for centers to receive federal funding and to ensure that they meet standards for quality, patient-centered care.

Treatment At Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center

Treatment Conditions

  • Alcoholism
  • Mental health treatment
  • Substance use treatment
  • Co-occurring Disorders

Care Levels

  • Outpatient
  • Outpatient detoxification
  • Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment
  • Intensive outpatient treatment
  • Regular outpatient treatment

Treatment Modalities

  • Individual psychotherapy
  • Couples/family therapy
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Dialectical behavior therapy
  • Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment

Ancillary Services

Languages

  • Spanish

Additional Services

  • Pharmacotherapies administered during treatment
  • Mentoring/peer support
  • Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing

Special Programs

  • Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders
  • Veterans
  • Members of military families
  • Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients
  • Clients who have experienced trauma

Contact Information

Western Arkansas Counseling and Guidance Center
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3111 South 70th Street, Fort Smith, Arkansas, 72903
Updated November 28, 2024

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