Awakenings Counseling Center

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7853 Taft Street
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7853 Taft Street, Merrillville, IN 46410, United States
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About Awakenings Counseling Center

Awakenings Counseling Center is a private, state-accredited outpatient treatment facility committed to supporting individuals and families affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. With a wide range of services including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient care, and counseling programs, we provide flexible, evidence-based treatment in a supportive environment where healing and growth can begin.

We welcome individuals from all walks of life — including adolescents, adults, LGBTQ+ clients, veterans, and survivors of trauma — offering inclusive, trauma-informed care that respects the unique experiences and goals of each person we serve.

Levels of Care

  • Outpatient Programs
  • Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
  • Partial Hospitalization / Day Treatment
  • Regular Weekly Counseling

Medication Support

  • Accepts clients using MAT (medication-assisted treatment) prescribed externally
  • No in-house prescribing or formal relationship with medication providers

Evidence-Based Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Matrix Model
  • Relapse Prevention Therapy
  • Contingency Management / Motivational Incentives
  • 12-Step Facilitation
  • Anger Management & Brief Interventions
  • Trauma-Focused Counseling
  • Telehealth / Virtual Therapy Options

Specialized Populations Served

  • Children, Adolescents, Young Adults, and Adults
  • Pregnant and Postpartum Women
  • Seniors and Older Adults
  • LGBTQ+ Clients
  • Veterans, Active Duty Military & Military Families
  • Clients with Co-Occurring Mental Health or Chronic Pain Disorders
  • Clients Living with HIV/AIDS
  • Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse, or Trauma
  • Justice-Involved Clients (Non-DUI/DWI)

Assessment & Pre-Treatment

  • Comprehensive Substance Use Assessments
  • Mental Health Screenings
  • Community Outreach and Referrals
  • Interim Services for Clients Awaiting Full Admission

Testing & Monitoring

  • Urine Drug Testing
  • Breathalyzer Alcohol Testing

Counseling & Educational Services

  • Individual, Group, Family, and Couples Counseling
  • Substance Use Disorder Education
  • HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Support
  • Health and Wellness Education
  • Smoking and Vaping Cessation Counseling

Recovery & Transitional Support

  • Aftercare and Continued Counseling
  • Discharge Planning & Outcome Tracking
  • Peer Mentoring and Employment Counseling

Additional Services

  • Treatment for Gambling and Other Behavioral Addictions
  • DUI/DWI-Specific Programs

Ancillary Services

  • Case Management
  • Domestic Violence Services
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Social Skills Development

Payment Options

  • Private Health Insurance
  • Self-Pay / Cash Payment

Payment Assistance

  • Sliding Fee Scale (Income-Based)

Facility Policies

  • Smoking: Permitted Without Restriction
  • Vaping: Permitted Without Restriction

Awakenings Counseling Center is more than a place for treatment — it’s a space for transformation, compassion, and empowerment. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, we are here to help guide the journey toward wellness with dignity and care.