What Is Our Counselling Process?<img src="https://letcheck.b-cdn.net/3367/iwts-journey-1725062301298.png" style="width: 100%; height: auto; cursor: pointer;" draggable="true"><h1 id="78daa1ba-aa96-4294-ab56-5643ed9a98b5" data-toc-id="78daa1ba-aa96-4294-ab56-5643ed9a98b5">Introduction</h1>Hi there. I know you're going through a tough time, and I want you to know you're not alone. Many people have been where you are, and there's a path forward. We aim to help you start your journey towards recovery and a better life.Right now, it might feel like everything is falling apart, and you might wonder if things can ever improve. But you’re in the right place. We have a process designed to support you every step of the way, helping you rebuild and find hope again.<h1 id="5327b9cc-7251-4262-a116-8c5b90133c29" data-toc-id="5327b9cc-7251-4262-a116-8c5b90133c29">What Are The Twelve Core Functions?</h1>The Twelve Core Functions provide a structured approach to supporting you on your journey to recovery. These steps are carefully designed to ensure that you receive the appropriate support when you need it, and in a manner that suits your individual needs. Here's how they work:<ol><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Screening</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We start by understanding your needs and challenges.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This helps us know how best to support you.</li></ul><ol start="2"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Intake</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We gather essential information about you.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This helps us create a tailored plan for you.</li></ul><ol start="3"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Orientation</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We explain how our program works and what you can expect.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This ensures you feel comfortable and know what’s coming next.</li></ul><ol start="4"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Assessment</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We take a deeper look at your situation.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This helps us understand your specific needs and how we can help.</li></ul><ol start="5"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Treatment Planning</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We create a detailed plan to guide your recovery.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This gives you a clear path to follow.</li></ul><ol start="6"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Counselling</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We talk with you regularly to support you through your journey.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This helps you feel heard and understood.</li></ul><ol start="7"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Case Management</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We coordinate all the services and support you need.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This ensures everything runs smoothly and you get the needed help.</li></ul><ol start="8"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Crisis Intervention</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We provide immediate support during tough times.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This helps you get through difficult moments safely.</li></ul><ol start="9"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Patient Education</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We teach you new skills and knowledge to help you on your journey.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This empowers you to make positive changes.</li></ul><ol start="10"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Referral</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We connect you with other services and specialists.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This ensures you get the best possible support.</li></ul><ol start="11"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Record-Keeping and Reporting</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We keep track of your progress and share it with you.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This helps us see how far you’ve come and what needs to be done.</li></ul><ol start="12"><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Cross-Consultation</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">What It Is: We work with other experts to support you.</li><li style="color: rgb(4, 5, 6)">Why It Matters: This brings more knowledge and resources to help you. </li></ul><h1 id="37528353-f04d-4e9a-9616-56d4de7cc086" data-toc-id="37528353-f04d-4e9a-9616-56d4de7cc086">Start Your Healing Process Today</h1>I hope this guide on our person-served process from initial contact to closing the file has been helpful.&nbsp; If you take anything away from this guide, remember that counselling is one small portion of the overall process for your healing and recovery journey.&nbsp;The best way to actively recover from a lifetime of substance use is to start by reaching out; that way, you can set yourself up to achieve a permanent lifestyle of active recovery where you will practice these principles in all your affairs. So, what do you say? Are you ready to give it a go?<h1 id="8479a690-7160-4195-b710-16997bcfae0f" data-toc-id="8479a690-7160-4195-b710-16997bcfae0f">Free Indigenous Self-Care Guide E-book</h1>Now that you know the ins and outs of the counselling process, it's time to grab your free Indigenous Self-Care Guide and see how you can use the Seven Sacred Teachings to continue your healing journey. The following Indigenous Self-Care Guide is a comprehensive E-book that guides you through the Seven Sacred Teachings, which can be viewed as a prerequisite to further healing.<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://jdassociates.ezycourse.com/checkout?product_id=2604&amp;product_type=digital_product">SELF CARE GUIDE</a>

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