AA and NA are recognized for their use the 12-Step Program. While many treatment programs use the 12-Step Model as a foundation for their treatment philosophy, other treatment philosophies may also be incorporated into the total treatment modality. These may include Harm Reduction which recognizes that some individuals are unwilling or unable to stop their substance use. This approach focuses on client actions that reduce the risks of substance use. Another approach is Rational Recovery which has as a basic premise that as one changes their thinking, feelings and behaviors will then change.
Treatment can also include individual or group substance abuse counseling.
No matter what type of help or treatment one chooses it is important to realize that substance abuse treatment does work but recovery is an ongoing process for enhancing one's life. Howard Brown is currently licensed for Level 1 substance abuse services which is non-intensive outpatient counseling. Clients are able to see a substance abuse counselor usually on a weekly basis. Treatment decisions and goals are made between the client and the counselor. Fees are based on a sliding scale dependent on one's income.