M Health Fairview Adult Co-Occurring Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program – Forest Lake

Forest Lake Adult Co-Occurring Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program
Our Forest Lake location is now offering a program specifically catered to adults struggling with
substance use and mental health. This group-based program is led by a dually licensed mental
health & substance use counselor who will facilitate groups and individual sessions through a
three-phase, six-month recovery journey. All clients will meet with an addiction medicine provider
as part of the curriculum.

Level of Care
Co-Occurring Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program

Location
20 Lake St North, Forest Lake, MN

Eligibility
Ages 18+ (out of high school); Individuals struggling with substances and also have mental health challenges; Able to engage in a group setting safely; May not have been successful in less intensive outpatient services; Are motivated to abstain from substances; Not in active withdrawal

Schedule
Five to Six Months

Group Schedule
Phase 1: Mon, Wed, Thurs; 9a-12p
Phase 2: Mon, Thurs; 9a-12p
Phase 3: Tues; 9a-11a
Individual sessions may vary

Topics Covered
Coping Skills, Relapse Prevention, Grief & Trauma, Acceptance, Distress Tolerance, Neurobiology, Stress Management, Cognitive Distortions, Values & Decision Making, Self-Care, Relationships and Interpersonal Effectiveness, Social Skills, Self-Advocacy, Life Skills, Goal Setting, Mindfulness, Stress Management, and Others

FAQs
Is medication management part of the program curriculum?
All patients will meet with an Addiction Medicine provider or psychiatrist at the start of the program and that provider may prescribe medications for the patient. Program staff can also coordinate additional appointments with established providers or make referrals if needed.
Does M Health Fairview provide transportation?
No. Although, transportation is often coordinated through the school district or a medical assistance plan.
Have more questions or looking for next steps?
Please call 1-800-468-3120 (Option 5) to reach out Patient Navigation Hub. If you are a provider and looking to fax an updated assessment, please fax to 612-605-1389.