DWAI Therapy in Durango, Colorado
Preferred Counseling: Helping DWAI Offenders in Durango, CO
Preferred Counseling, located in Durango, CO, is a licensed therapy firm approved by the Office of Behavioral Health in Colorado to offer therapy for DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired) offenders. Their services help individuals address the behaviors and decisions that led to their DWAI, fulfilling court mandates while encouraging personal responsibility.
Why Therapy is Mandated for DWAI Offenders
Therapy is often required for DWAI offenders to address potential substance abuse and decision-making issues that contributed to impaired driving. The aim is to reduce the risk of reoffending by helping individuals understand the impact of their actions and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
How a DWAI Affects Life
A DWAI conviction can result in fines, community service, and possible jail time, as well as personal consequences like increased insurance costs and damage to relationships or career prospects. Therapy provides an opportunity to prevent further legal issues by addressing the factors that led to the offense.
Therapy as a Preventive Step
In therapy, DWAI offenders explore their substance use patterns, decision-making processes, and emotional triggers. They learn strategies to manage stress, avoid risky behaviors, and make safer choices in the future. This process helps individuals avoid repeating their mistakes and supports long-term behavioral change.
What is Covered in DWAI Therapy
Therapy sessions at Preferred Counseling typically focus on:
- Understanding the personal and societal impact of impaired driving
- Identifying patterns in substance use
- Developing better emotional regulation and decision-making skills
- Creating a plan to avoid relapse and reoffending
Preferred Counseling’s structured, evidence-based approach helps clients move forward with practical tools for preventing future DWAI incidents and addressing underlying issues that contribute to impaired driving.
Stephanie Mueller
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BS, CAS
For over 30 years, I’ve helped individuals overcome addiction, trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges. I offer DUI classes, therapy, and evidence-based practices like somatic work to address deeper issues, including PTSD. With both in-person and telehealth appointments, I also incorporate equine therapy and offer a sliding fee scale to ensure accessibility. You are resilient—let me help you heal and grow.
Contact
1315 Main Avenue
Suite 212
Durango, CO 81301
DUI Classes and Therapy in Durango, Pagosa Springs, Ignacio, Bayfield, Silverton, Mancos, Cortez and Beyond.
Fees
Individual Sessions $85
Couple Sessions $100
Sliding scale: apply for eligibility
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DWAI Therapy in Durango, Colorado
DWAI Classes in Durango, Colorado
DUI Therapy in Durango, Colorado