Drug & Alcohol Assessments and Counseling in Reno, Nevada
Structured clinical evaluations and recovery-focused counseling for individuals and families seeking clarity, documentation, or next steps. Services include drug and alcohol assessments, court-ordered evaluations, and relapse-prevention planning.
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✓ Confidential, respectful intake
✓ Evidence-based screening and structured recommendations
✓ Clear documentation when required
Court or probation requirements • DUI-related evaluation • Treatment placement • Family concerns • Relapse risk
Recovery support delivered with structure, clinical integrity, and confidentiality. Services are designed for individuals and families seeking stabilization, objective evaluation, and clear next steps.
Drug & Alcohol Assessment and Counseling Services
Structured clinical evaluations and recovery-focused counseling aligned with professional standards of care in Reno, Nevada.
When a Formal Clinical Evaluation Is Needed
A comprehensive drug and alcohol assessment provides structured diagnostic clarity, ASAM level-of-care determination, DSM-5-TR classification, and formal documentation when required. Evaluations are appropriate for court requirements, treatment placement, employer documentation, or independent clinical decision-making.
Structured Clinical Assessment Framework
Drug and alcohol assessments integrate validated screening instruments with structured clinical interviewing to produce objective, defensible recommendations.
Biopsychosocial Evaluation
Substance history, psychiatric background, medical conditions, legal impact, family systems, and environmental risk factors.
ASAM Level of Care
Six-dimension medical necessity analysis including withdrawal risk, emotional conditions, relapse potential, and recovery environment stability.
DSM-5-TR Diagnostic Determination
Formal diagnostic classification with severity specification when criteria are met.
Validated Screening Instruments
Columbia Suicide Risk Screening (C-SSRS), PHQ-9, trauma screening, and the Brief Addiction Monitor when clinically indicated.
Clinical Services & Fees
Transparent, structured pricing aligned with professional standards of care in Northern Nevada.
Scheduling, Payment & Documentation
Drug and alcohol assessments and counseling services are available via private pay. Documentation for court, probation, treatment placement, or employer requirements is provided when clinically appropriate. Contact the office to confirm scheduling availability and next steps.
About the Clinician
Chad Kirkland, CADC, is a Nevada-certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor with six years of experience providing structured drug and alcohol assessments, relapse prevention counseling, and recovery-focused therapeutic support. His approach integrates evidence-based screening, ASAM criteria, and DSM-5-TR diagnostic standards to support objective, clinically sound recommendations.
All services are delivered in accordance with Nevada professional standards, ethical guidelines, and established best practices in addiction treatment.
Credentials: Chad Kirkland, CADC — Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (Nevada), License #06847-C. License verification available through the Nevada State Board of Examiners for Alcohol, Drug & Gambling Counselors.
Substance Use & Mental Health Integration
Substance use disorders frequently occur alongside mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and stress-related challenges. Our approach recognizes the importance of screening for co-occurring conditions and incorporating evidence-informed counseling strategies when appropriate.
This integrated approach supports a more comprehensive understanding of each individual’s circumstances, helping guide appropriate treatment recommendations, referrals, and recovery planning.