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Your Trusted Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Provider in Evanston, WY
Pioneer Counseling Services has served Uinta County, Wyoming as the region's premier community-based mental health facility since its founding. As the longest-operating provider in the area, we deliver comprehensive outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment tailored to individual needs. Our mission prioritizes accessible, affordable care through a coordinated system of prevention, intervention, and maintenance services. We operate two group living facilities and monitored independent living apartments specifically designed for individuals with serious mental illnesses. All treatment plans are developed collaboratively with clients, emphasizing informed choice and dignity. Our sliding fee scale ensures financial accessibility while maintaining strict professional confidentiality standards.Governed by a local Board of Directors, we combine federal/state funding with insurance billing to maximize service availability. Our multidisciplinary team provides evidence-based therapies including individual, group, family, and couples counseling alongside specialized programs for trauma, domestic violence, and substance abuse. We maintain accreditation through Wyoming's licensing board for outpatient substance abuse treatment while adhering to ethical business practices that prioritize client well-being over profit. This commitment to compassionate care has made us a trusted community resource for over four decades.
Services
Individual Therapy
Substance Abuse Treatment
Family Counseling
Crisis Intervention
Group Therapy
Psychiatric Consultation
Domestic Violence Programs
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Medication Management
Employee Assistance Programs
Highlights and features
- We operate as Wyoming's longest-running community-based mental health facility
- Our sliding fee scale adjusts to household income and family size
- We provide coordinated care across outpatient, residential, and crisis services
- Our team offers specialized programs for trauma, domestic violence, and substance abuse
- We maintain strict confidentiality and ethical professional standards
Associations and certifications
- State of Wyoming Licensing Board
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health treatment tailored to each client's unique needs. Licensed therapists use evidence-based approaches to address depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and improving emotional well-being through confidential one-on-one sessions.
Substance Abuse Treatment
State-licensed outpatient programs address substance abuse through individual and group therapy sessions. Our ASAM-certified evaluations determine appropriate treatment levels ranging from DUI education classes to intensive outpatient programs. Moral Reconation Therapy helps clients develop cognitive behavioral skills for sustained recovery while coordinating care with mental health services.
Crisis Intervention
24/7 crisis services provide immediate mental health support for acute emotional distress. Our trained professionals offer telephone triage and in-person emergency assessments to stabilize crises. Services include safety planning, risk assessment, and connection to appropriate ongoing care resources within our comprehensive service network.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions create supportive environments for shared experiences and collective healing. Specialized groups address PTSD, domestic violence recovery, and anger management. Facilitated by licensed clinicians, these sessions promote social support networks while teaching practical coping techniques for managing mental health symptoms.
Psychiatric Consultation
Board-certified psychiatrists provide comprehensive medication evaluations and ongoing management services. This service combines diagnostic assessments with pharmacological treatment plans to address mental health conditions. Regular follow-up appointments ensure optimal medication effectiveness while monitoring for potential side effects.
People
Dorothy Conger
Executive Director
Dorothy Conger leads Pioneer Counseling Services with over 25 years of mental health administration experience. She oversees clinical operations, strategic planning, and community partnerships while maintaining our nonprofit's mission-driven focus on accessible care.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual, group, and family therapy; psychiatric consultation; substance abuse treatment; domestic violence programs; and crisis intervention services for all age groups.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we bill most insurance carriers including Medicaid, Medicare, and managed care organizations. We also offer a sliding fee scale based on household income.
Are services available for children?
Yes, our child and adolescent therapy programs address behavioral issues, trauma, and developmental challenges with age-appropriate treatment approaches provided by specialized clinicians.
What crisis support options exist?
Call 307-789-7915 after business hours for emergency mental health support. Our crisis team provides telephone triage and in-person assessments for acute emotional distress situations.
Do you offer substance abuse treatment?
Yes, we provide state-licensed outpatient programs including DUI education, anger management, and intensive outpatient treatment using Moral Reconation Therapy techniques for addiction recovery.
How are treatment plans developed?
Treatment plans are created collaboratively with clients during initial assessments. We incorporate client preferences, clinical evaluations, and measurable goals to create personalized care strategies.
