FAQ
Admissions, Programs, and What to Expect.
The questions families and clients ask most often.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are High Focus Centers inpatient or outpatient?+
We offer outpatient, intensive outpatient and partial care programs. This means we provide services at various levels of care designed for individuals with significant substance abuse and/or psychiatric issues. The frequency of visits per week is determined at the time of assessment based on each individual’s unique needs.
What kind of clients come to the HFC program?+
The clients who come to High Focus Centers have encountered substance abuse, addiction, or psychiatric issues.
What is an assessment?+
High Focus Centers will conduct an assessment, or level of care evaluation. The goal is to determine the appropriate level of care to meet the patient’s individual needs and to provide a recommendation. Substance abuse assessments will generally take approximately 1½ hours. Psychiatric evaluations take approximately 2 hours. Parents are required to attend an adolescent assessment. Parents will have the opportunity to meet with the counselor alone, as will the child, and they will also meet with the counselor together.
Can I schedule an evening or weekend assessment?+
We will try to best accommodate your needs when scheduling an assessment. While we cannot guarantee availability at any given time, we do have staff available on weeknights and Saturdays. How do I get my child to attend assessment?
How do I get my child to attend assessment? Should I tell him/her or should it be a surprise?+
If your child attends school, you may want to contact the school counselor if your school has one. If your child is on probation, you can enlist the help of your child’s probation officer.
Do you do individual therapy?+
Individual therapy is a crucial part of every program at
Do you do family therapy?+
We are a family-systems oriented program; family participation is in the best interest of the patient.
How much does your program cost?+
We are in almost all insurance networks, and most patients in our programs have insurance. The cost for the individual is typically limited to the co-pay.
What kind of insurance do you accept?+
What if I have no insurance?+
You can pay out of pocket; we can certainly discuss our charges and develop a payment plan prior to admission to program. Limited scholarship opportunities may be available on a case-by-case basis.
Will High Focus Centers help me if I need to go out on disability from work?+
Many of our patients will need to take time away from work to get the treatment they need. Our doctors will look at your individual situation and determine if it is appropriate to make this recommendation. If so, we will assist in getting you the proper documentation.
Do you have a detox?+
The High Focus Centers locations do not provide a medical detox; however, our clinicians can provide assessments to determine the best course for your treatment. If inpatient detox is indicated during the initial assessment, our clinician will make the appropriate arrangements and we will facilitate an admission to a trusted inpatient detox facility.
Do you treat prescription pill addiction?+
In our initial evaluation, we will determine the appropriate course of action — if detox is indicated, we would make appropriate arrangements for you to receive that care. In some cases, detox may not be necessary, and treatment can begin in our partial care or intensive outpatient program. Additionally, High Focus Centers has developed specialized services for patients who are abusing or dependent on opiates in order to improve chances of a successful long-term recovery.
Can I bring my son/daughter in for a urine screen?+
A urine screen alone would not give you enough information to help your child. A full evaluation, including a urine screen, would help you to determine the most appropriate course of
What if I'm in crisis?+
If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or dial 911. This site is not for emergencies.
