Substance Use
Program
Recovery starts with a conversation.
Our Substance Use team meets you where you are—with compassion, accountability, and support—so you don’t have to take the first step alone.
Recovery Starts Here
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minutes in recovery...
Lived by members of our Substance Use team - one minute at a time.
Recovery happens minute by minute. Every one is a victory—and with The Center’s substance use team, you don’t have to face any of those minutes alone.
Getting Started
Recovery begins with a conversation. Whether you’re unsure about what you need or simply ready to talk, our team will meet you where you are and help you take the next step.
No pressure.
No judgment.
Just real support from people who believe in your ability to heal.
Substance Use Services
Evaluations:
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The Center for Counseling offers substance use evaluations to determine level of care.
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Follow up treatment services will be scheduled for an appointment with one of The Center’s licensed dual diagnoses counselors, or referrals made as appropriate.
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Substance Use Services are available 8-4 M-Th in Great Bend and by appointment in our Lyons, Larned, and Stafford locations.
Treatment
Treatment isn’t a one-size-fits-all program—it’s a personalized path toward stability, healing, and hope. At The Center, treatment means working with trained professionals who walk alongside you as you build skills, strengthen support, and move toward a healthier life.
For some people, treatment looks like talking through challenges and learning new coping tools. For others, it might include group support, medication-assisted treatment, or step-by-step guidance through early recovery. No matter where you’re starting, treatment is about helping you make meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
Simply put: treatment is support, structure, and guidance—designed to help you reclaim your life.
Is My Substance Use Becoming a Problem?
This brief quiz is for personal reflection only and does not diagnose addiction or any condition. Your answers are private. If your results raise concerns, our team at The Center is here to help—without judgment.
Kevin Ford
Program Director
I’m driven by the moment when individuals recognize they have choices and the ability to change the direction of their lives. I strive to create a space where clients feel heard, accepted, and truly cared for. My approach is grounded in respect — supporting recovery with honesty, dignity, and encouragement.
Jayda Lauber
Substance Use Counselor
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Shannon Brandon
Peer Support | Case Manager
I believe recovery is achievable for everyone, and I’m motivated by helping individuals recognize that possibility within themselves. Walking alongside clients as they begin to see their own strength and resilience is incredibly meaningful to me. I want those I work with to feel genuine hope — that change is possible and that their future does not have to be defined by their past. My approach centers on encouragement, empowerment, and steady belief in each person’s ability to grow.
Melissa Hensley
Peer Support | Case Manager
My lived experience fuels my work every day. After overcoming 13 years of active addiction, I know firsthand that recovery is possible — and that hope can change everything. I’m passionate about sharing that hope and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. I want clients to feel understood and not alone — to know I’ve walked a similar path and believe deeply in the new life that’s possible for them. My approach is rooted in compassion and grace, paired with steady encouragement to keep moving forward.
Area Recovery Meetings
Looking for a recovery meeting near you? Explore the calendar below to see daily meetings across Barton, Stafford, Pawnee, and Rice counties.
If you need to talk with someone and there isn’t a meeting today, you’re welcome to stop by our Broadway location—we offer same-day support from our substance use team.
Want to download or print? Click the button below to access our rack card!
Same Day Support
Starting your recovery journey can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to take the first step alone. Our Substance Use team is here to welcome you with compassion, understanding, and same-day support.
With Open Access Monday–Thursday from 8–4, you can walk in whenever you’re ready and talk with someone who will listen, guide, and help you begin your path to healing.
Your recovery matters—and we’re here to walk it with you.