Sitka Counseling Early Intervention/Prevention Services

Adult/Youth Alcohol/Drug Information School (ADIS/Prime for Life):
ADIS is a state approved prevention education component appropriate for individuals assessed as not meeting a substance abuse or dependence diagnosis. The course is designed to increase awareness regarding the effects of alcohol/drug use and to promote responsible behavior. ADIS instructors must be State certified to teach the class and deliver a State approved curriculum regarding alcohol and drugs. The class consists of 12 hours of education and is typically delivered in three 4-hour sessions during a one week period.

Prevention Programs:
Sitka Counseling provides a Student Assistance Program located in Blatchley Middle School. The student assistance counselor screens students for behavioral health issues, delivers prevention education, conducts prevention educations groups and individual counseling sessions to high-risk students, and refers students to appropriate services as needed. In addition, Sitka Counseling provides prevention education to community groups and other service agencies upon request.

In partnership with Sitkans Against Family Violence and Pathways to a Safer Sitka Coalition.

Sitka’s Primary Prevention Plan

Goal One:   Sitka schools are working to promote safe and respectful relationships and build protective factors against IPV.
Goal Two:   Youth are active and engaged within the community promoting respect and non-violence.
Goal Three: Boys and men are proactive within the community in building mutual respect and equality between men and women.
Goal Four:  Key agencies will work together to strengthen and support opportunities for family growth and connectedness.
Goal Five:   Healthcare organizations actively work to address intimate partner violence.