It is a structured, one-on-one clinical interview with a licensed therapist or doctor. The evaluator examines what substances you use, how often, and in what amounts, then makes a diagnosis and recommends treatment if needed.
Substance use is frequently linked to specific criminal behaviors. The evaluation provides judges with objective data to inform sentencing, probation conditions, and case-closure requirements.
Your evaluator reviews their findings and any treatment recommendations with you. If a substance use disorder is identified and the evaluation was court-ordered, the judge may require you to complete all recommended treatment before your case is closed.
All evaluations are conducted by licensed, trained professionals including social workers, therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, and doctors.
A DUI Clinical Evaluation is a one-on-one substance abuse assessment focused specifically on driving under the influence. It examines potentially addictive behaviors, substance use patterns, and their connection to impaired driving.
After a DUI conviction, Georgia requires a formal evaluation called the Alcohol and Drug Uniform Report. It reviews your past behavior with substances and assesses the likelihood of future impaired driving. The goal is to intervene before harm occurs.
It examines your history of high-risk decisions, your current choices, and the probability of future impaired driving.
You will participate in a face-to-face interview covering your past and current alcohol and drug use. Any prior DUI arrests or convictions will be discussed. In most cases, a drug screen is also requested to determine your risk level accurately. The evaluator documents everything in a written report.
This evaluation is for individuals who received a DUI in a state other than where they currently reside. For example, if you live in Georgia but were charged with a DUI in Tennessee, you need an Out-of-State DUI Evaluation.
The evaluator must account for the regulations of two states where you live and where the offense occurred. This typically involves additional paperwork related to driver’s license reinstatement or to preventing suspension.
Yes. In most cases, your evaluator will already have access to the required DMV paperwork from the state where your DUI occurred. Bring any additional documents to your appointment, and your evaluator will assist you.
A licensed professional evaluates a parent’s strengths, parenting deficits, and the child’s psychological needs. The findings are submitted to the court as a recommendation for custody arrangements and visitation rights.
When parents cannot agree on custody terms, the presiding judge may order an evaluation to provide objective recommendations for the most appropriate parenting arrangement.
A DFCS Assessment evaluates parental fitness when a family comes to the attention of the Division of Family and Child Services. A child protection agency may order this assessment to determine whether a case warrants further investigation.
A specialized assessment designed to examine domestic violence-specific issues in clinical depth.
A psychological evaluation conducted when a U.S. resident faces extreme and exceptional hardship due to an immigration issue such as the deportation of a family member. It examines socioeconomic circumstances, financial difficulties, and the emotional impact of the situation.
A licensed professional assesses how you feel, think, reason, and remember using a combination of interview questions, written questionnaires, and standardized tests. The results help diagnose mental health conditions and guide treatment planning.
Before your appointment, reflect on your recent thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Be prepared to describe specific symptoms, any triggering events, how long symptoms have lasted, and how frequently they occur.
Your evaluator will review the results with you and recommend a treatment plan. This may include psychotherapy, medication, or both. We can provide referrals to psychiatrists for medication management and offer outpatient therapy programs.
A face-to-face clinical assessment for employees who have violated the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) drug and alcohol program regulations. The evaluation determines what assistance is needed before the employee can return to a safety-sensitive position.
If you have violated DOT drug and alcohol regulations, you cannot perform any DOT safety-sensitive duties for any employer until you complete the return-to-duty process. The SAP evaluation is the required first step.
No. The SAP’s initial evaluation and recommendations cannot be changed by any third party, whether to make them more or less stringent. Only the original SAP may revise their assessment, and only when new or additional information justifies doing so.
Insurance does not cover SAP Evaluations because a positive drug test is not classified as a medical necessity expense. If your insurance company does agree to reimburse you, we will provide a receipt for submission.
An assessment that examines the cognitive and emotional factors affecting your ability to manage anger.
It identifies whether your anger issues are situational (a short-term, in-the-moment response) or dispositional (a recurring, long-term pattern). This distinction shapes the recommended level of intervention.
The police report provides an independent account of the incident. It allows the evaluator to weigh all available data, assessment results, your self-report, and the referral source for a balanced and accurate evaluation.
This will not produce a favorable outcome. These are validated clinical tools. A response pattern of all “no” answers is statistically implausible and signals response manipulation, which the evaluator will identify and document.
Yes. Before enrollment, you must provide a referral, an evaluation, or a court order specifying the type of treatment required. If you do not have this documentation, you will need to complete an evaluation with us first.
You may be recommended for classes like Cognitive Skills even if you do not meet the clinical criteria for a Substance Use Disorder. This happens when your substance use, while not a diagnosable disorder, still poses a risk to your health or the community as defined under the DSM-5.
If you have previously completed treatment but the concerning behaviors have continued, additional rehabilitation is necessary. Completion does not waive the requirement if the underlying issues remain unresolved.
Most classes are held virtually via Zoom. Certain programs require in-person attendance based on the nature of the curriculum.
Yes. All of our court-ordered classes are available 100% online. You can enroll and begin immediately at aacscounselingclasses.com.
Yes. We offer same-day expedited services for an additional $45, in addition to the standard evaluation fee.
Call our office at 800-683-7745. A staff member will assist you and confirm your appointment.
Most evaluations are completed in 30 to 60 minutes.
Most evaluations are conducted online. In-person attendance is required for certain assessments, such as mental health evaluations, where the in-person format is clinically necessary. We will notify you in advance if your evaluation requires you to visit an office.
In many cases, yes. A urinalysis is administered to finalize the report and confirm risk levels. Your evaluator will advise you in advance if a drug screen is required and provide instructions on where to complete it.
Absolutely. Our administrative staff is available to walk you through any technical steps needed to access our services.
No. We do not accept credit or debit card information over the phone. All payments are processed through individualized invoices. Cash payments can be made in person at any of our office locations.
No. Payment must be completed before the evaluation begins. You have until your scheduled appointment time to submit payment.
Our fees are benchmarked against market rates and are typically lower than comparable providers. Participants pay out of pocket because the criminal justice system, not the state or insurance, places the financial responsibility on the individual as part of the legal consequence.
Yes. In addition to group programs, we offer individual, family, and couples counseling.
Yes. We offer a range of treatment programs designed to address the specific findings from your evaluation.
Yes. We have a dedicated team of trained bilingual staff members available to assist with all of our services in Spanish.
Yes. We accept social work interns, undergraduate and graduate-level program interns, and continuing education participants. A licensed professional counselor leads our training department with both a Ph.D. and an Ed.D. in counselor training and positive psychology.
DBHDD stands for the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, the state agency responsible for policies, programs, and services related to mental illness, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities.
The evaluation uses a structured interview and validated assessment instruments. Recommendations are individualized and based on your specific risk level to yourself and to the community. Because evaluations are typically tied to criminal justice involvement, the goal is the safety of all parties.
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