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Chemical Use Assessments & Evaluations

Clear, professional assessments that recommend the right level of care, for individuals and referral partners across the metro.

Assessments & evaluations in Minneapolis

A clear first step, without judgment

Whether you are worried about your own use, or a court or employer has required it, a good assessment answers one question honestly: what, if anything, do you actually need?

We provide confidential chemical use assessments and DWI evaluations for adults across Minneapolis, and we give you a clear, respectful recommendation you can act on.

There is no gotcha and no shame here. Just an accurate picture and a real path forward.

the first step
a good assessment is where effective treatment begins
ASAM criteria
the national standard we use to match you to the right level of care
about 1 in 4
of people who need treatment get it, often for lack of a clear next step (SAMHSA, 2023)
confidential
your assessment is private, and you control what is shared
What we offer

Assessments for every situation

Whatever brought you here, personal concern or a legal requirement, we provide the evaluation you need.

Chemical use assessment

A thorough evaluation of your substance use and a recommendation for the right level of care.

DWI and DUI evaluations

The substance use evaluation often required after a DWI, completed thoroughly and on time.

Court-ordered assessments

Evaluations for the court, probation, or an attorney, handled professionally and confidentially.

Level-of-care recommendation

Using ASAM criteria, we recommend the least intensive care that will actually help.

Mental health screening

We screen for the anxiety, depression, or trauma that so often accompany substance use.

Referrals and next steps

A clear plan, whether that is care with us or a coordinated referral elsewhere.

Our approach

Thorough, fair, and genuinely useful

An assessment should do more than check a box. Ours gives you an accurate picture and a plan you can trust.

Thorough and respectful

We take the time to understand your full situation, and we treat you like a person, not a file.

Built on ASAM criteria

We use the national standard so the recommendation is objective, defensible, and right-sized.

A clear recommendation

You leave knowing exactly what is recommended and why, with no vague runaround.

Coordinated next steps

If care is recommended, we make the handoff simple, whether that is with us or elsewhere.

Faith-informed, never forced. An assessment carries no expectation about faith. Care that follows can integrate it for those who want it and never requires it for those who do not.
The evidence

Why the right assessment matters

Matching a person to the right level of care is one of the core principles of effective treatment. Too little support and progress slips; too much and life is disrupted for no reason. A good assessment is how you get it right from the start.

It is also, for many people, the moment things finally start to make sense, because an honest picture is easier to face than a vague fear.

matched care
matching the level of care to a person's needs is a core principle of effective treatment (NIDA).
72.2%
of adults who ever had a substance use problem consider themselves recovering or recovered (SAMHSA, 2021).
Getting started

What to expect when you reach out

1

A confidential first call

Tell us what you need and why, whether personal or required. We will explain the process.

2

The assessment

A thorough, respectful conversation about your history, health, and current use.

3

A clear recommendation

We use ASAM criteria to recommend the right level of care, or confirm none is needed.

4

Your next step

Any required paperwork completed, and a simple path into care if that is what fits.

Common questions

Questions people ask first

How long does an assessment take?

Most assessments are completed in a single appointment. We will confirm the details and any paperwork you should bring when you call.

Do I need an assessment after a DWI?

In many cases, yes, a substance use evaluation is part of the process. We complete DWI evaluations and provide the documentation required.

Who sees the results?

Your results are confidential. For court-ordered or DWI evaluations, we share only what is required, and only with your written consent.

Do you take insurance?

We work with many major Minnesota plans. Verify your coverage here and we will confirm your benefits privately, with no obligation.

Get a clear picture and a real plan

Reach out today to schedule a confidential assessment. Everything you share is protected.

Sources: American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), The ASAM Criteria; National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), Principles of Effective Treatment; SAMHSA, 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health and Recovery from Substance Use and Mental Health Problems Among Adults (2021 NSDUH). National research figures are provided for education; individual outcomes vary.