800-671-4304Four County Mental Health Center Independence
About Four County Mental Health Center Independence
Four County Mental Health Center Independence is a comprehensive addiction treatment center in Independence, Kansas, providing outpatient substance use disorder services alongside mental health care for adults and adolescents.
As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic serving Montgomery County and surrounding areas, the center offers standard outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient programs and medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. With over 60 years of community based service, Four County emphasizes accessible, integrated care that addresses co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges.
Outpatient Addiction Treatment Programs in Independence
Clients typically begin with a walk in assessment at the Independence location, where same day appointments are available Monday through Friday. From there, individuals can enter standard outpatient treatment or step up to intensive outpatient programming depending on the severity of their substance use and any co-occurring mental health needs.
Treatment combines individual therapy, group counseling and family therapy using evidence based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and relapse prevention planning. For clients with opioid use disorder, Four County offers medication assisted treatment with methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone), naltrexone and other FDA cleared medications, alongside therapy and support for long term recovery.
Key Features of Four County Mental Health Center
- Location: Independence, Kansas, near Elk City State Park with walk in clinic access.
- Levels of care: Outpatient and intensive outpatient programs, plus medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder.
- Who they treat: Adults and adolescents with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, DUI/DWI offenders and individuals with problem gambling disorder.
- Treatment approach: Cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, contingency management, anger management and brief intervention.
- Payment options: Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, VA benefits, private insurance and offers sliding fee scales for residents of the 5 county service area.
- Crisis support: 24/7 crisis services including a 2 bed crisis stabilization unit and crisis intervention for clients in acute distress.
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In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations. |
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction. |
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Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems. |
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Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment. |
Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications. |
Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing harmful thought patterns and behaviors associated with addiction. You’ll learn healthier coping mechanisms by identifying and replacing negative thoughts. This improves your emotional resilience and decreases your relapse potential. |
Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan. |
Senior programs address the unique needs of older adults like chronic pain, grief and isolation. Programs include peer support and medical oversight for age related health concerns. The goal is to improve quality of life and promote sober aging. |
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support. |
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Levels of Care
In outpatient therapy, you’ll attend therapy sessions several times each week while living at home. This is ideal if you have a strong support system and a lower risk of relapse. Outpatient treatment offers flexibility to maintain work, school or family obligations.
Dual diagnosis programs address substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions simultaneously. This integrated approach to care improves the likelihood of long term recovery and stability by addressing the root causes of addiction.
Detox Service Setting
Outpatient detox gives you access to medically supervised withdrawal services while still allowing you to live at home. You’ll attend a clinic for treatment and monitoring. This flexible option is suitable for those with mild to moderate withdrawal symptoms who have strong support systems.
Programs
Adult programs address the substance use and life challenges specific to adults. Therapists can deliver sessions in individual, group and family settings. Services often include job support and life skills training in a structured environment.
Alcohol detox programs offer medical support to help individuals withdraw safely from alcohol. Your care team may use medications to ease your symptoms and provide medical monitoring to address complications.
Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing harmful thought patterns and behaviors associated with addiction. You’ll learn healthier coping mechanisms by identifying and replacing negative thoughts. This improves your emotional resilience and decreases your relapse potential.
Opioid detox uses medications to ease severe withdrawal symptoms. It also includes medical supervision to help you manage potential complications. These services allow you to stabilize and begin a recovery plan.
Senior programs address the unique needs of older adults like chronic pain, grief and isolation. Programs include peer support and medical oversight for age related health concerns. The goal is to improve quality of life and promote sober aging.
Young adult programs are designed for individuals who are transitioning into adulthood. Topics of discussion typically include identity, independence and peer relationships. Providers may also offer life skills training and career support.
Contact
Gayle Morris, BSN, MSN, received her bachelor’s from the University of Illinois Chicago Medical Center and her first master’s from the Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis. She practiced nursing for over two decades with a focus on pediatric physical rehabilitation, which required mental health skills to help children, and their parents work through new challenges after a head injury or spinal cord injury. She has been a freelance writer in health, wellness, and mental health for over 15 years. She loves exercise, her dogs and guinea pigs, and gardening.
