Behavioral counseling for addiction treatment (also referred to as substance abuse treatment) is needed for successful treatment of addiction. Behavioral counseling typically includes individual, family, and group counseling. Based on a person’s needs, counseling may be outpatient or residential. In outpatient treatment, a person visits a clinic a few times per week. In residential treatment, a person lives at a treatment facility for a time. Different behavioral counseling approaches are used. Counseling may focus on motivating change, resisting drugs, rewarding healthy activities, improving problem-solving, and building healthier relationships.

Some providers serve uninsured clients. A client would need an assessment by a provider that serves uninsured clients (see map below) to see if the client qualifies for financial support.

Below is a map of substance use disorder treatment facilities. Click the "explore" button at the bottom right corner to use the map. See which facilities are near you. Zoom in by pressing the + button to see facility names. Click on the dots for more information. Click the boxes on the left to filter treatment providers based on the services they provide. The map works best with the Google Chrome browser.

A listing of substance use disorder treatment programs across the United States is found here.       

Around 1 in 10 people with a substance use disorder also have a mental health condition such as depression or anxiety. Click here for more information about substance use and mental health. Treating mental health conditions may support recovery of substance use disorder.    

Those who struggle with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or other mental health conditions can find mental health treatment providers here.

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the use of medications combined with behavioral counseling to treat opioid addictions. When entering recovery, painful withdrawal symptoms and severe cravings can be overwhelming.  Medication-assisted treatment helps to reduce withdrawal and cravings so patients can fully engage counseling services. Patients with MAT are more likely to stay in treatment, stay in recovery, and not have a fatal overdose compared to those without MAT. 

MAT for opioid addiction includes one of the following three medications: 

1. buprenorphine (SUBOXONE®), 

2. methadone, or 

3. naltrexone (VIVITROL®). 

Each medication has different risks and benefits. Medications for opioid addiction should be carefully managed by a registered MAT provider. The provider should work closely with the patient to choose which medication will best support recovery. 

Below is a map of MAT providers in Sedgwick County. Click the "explore" button at the bottom right corner to use the map. Zoom in by pressing the + button to see all facility names. Click the boxes on the left to filter treatment providers based on the services they provide. The map works best with the Google Chrome browser.

Social support can help people in recovery from substance use disorder stay away from misusing alcohol and drugs. When people have support, they are better able to handle stress and setbacks.

Here are a few ways to connect with people who will support recovery:

Celebrate Recovery® is a Christian recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind.

Common Grounds Coffee House is a supportive space for coffee drinking, fellowship, and fun. 

Jim James 101 Club is a rural recreational club for the recovery community with disc golf, prayer tepees, softball fields, RV camping, bingo nights, and more. 

Narcotics Anonymous is a group of men and women who struggle with drug misuse. They meet regularly to encourage each other to not use any drugs.

Nar-Anon Family Groups are groups for family and friends of people addicted to drugs.

Support Groups in Kansas provides a website where you can search for a variety of support groups across Kansas, including groups for addiction, victims, and grief. 

Please note: Listings here are for convenience only and do not imply endorsement or affiliation. Qualified providers who would like to have their information added or updated should contact the Sedgwick County Health Department at phperformance@sedgwick.gov.

Sobering Living Homes provide stable housing to individuals (age 18 and older) in recovery from addiction. These homes provide safe and alcohol/drug-free environments. Residents can practice the skills they learned in treatment while experiencing positive peer support of others living in the home who have had similar experiences.

The following Sobering Living Homes are found in Wichita:

2nd Chance Living 

Atishwin’s Sober Living Home 

Hemingway House

Liberty Way

Miracle Inc.'s Sanctuary House

Oxford Houses 

Seventh Direction

Wichita Fellowship Club

Sobering or detox units provide immediate access to a safe location where people can get sober from alcohol or detox from other drugs. These units are designed to monitor symptoms of withdrawal. Referrals for further treatment are made as needed.  

People can stay at these units for different lengths of time. The length of stay is based on severity and progress of withdrawal. A stay is typically less than 23 hours for sobering services and 3 to 5 days for detox. Call ahead to be sure space is available.

The following sobering or detox units are found in Sedgwick County:

Bel Aire Recovery Center: (888)215-0755

DCCCA: Click to see which DCCCA clinic is most appropriate. 

Holland Pathways: (316)633-4705 

Substance Abuse Center of Kansas (SACK): (316)633-4705

Please note: Listings here are for convenience only and do not imply endorsement or affiliation. Qualified providers who would like to have their information added or updated should contact the Sedgwick County Health Department at phperformance@sedgwick.gov.

Naloxone is a medication used to stop an opioid overdose. To stop an overdose, naloxone blocks opioids from binding to cells in the brain that slow down breathing. Naloxone is not an opioid and is not addictive. People who use opioids or know someone who does are encouraged to get naloxone to prevent overdose deaths.

In an emergency, call 9-1-1. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responders in Sedgwick County carry naloxone.

In Kansas, naloxone can be purchased at pharmacies without a prescription. Kansas law allows for libraries, colleges, high schools, health clubs and other public entities to have naloxone.

Naloxone is available in different forms including injection devices and nasal sprays. Contact a pharmacist to find out how to use naloxone properly.

Click here for more information on naloxone. 

Medical providers can click here for prescribing guidelines.

In addition to naloxone, other methods can reduce the risk of death, infections, and other bad health outcomes associated with drug use. Learn more by visiting the Harm Reduction Coalition’s website.