Refine Counseling

Helping Eau Claire County residents complete driver safety requirements following an operating while intoxicated (OWI) conviction is the primary focus of Eau Claire Community Program, also known as Refine Counseling. Located in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the practice combines Intoxicated Driver Program (IDP) assessments with outpatient treatment for substance use disorders (SUD). Their services address alcohol and drug addiction through individual counseling and treatment groups, with an emphasis on each client's circumstances.

Intoxicated Driver Assessments

The IDP assessment helps drivers determine the education or treatment requirements they must complete following an OWI conviction. A state-approved assessor conducts a 45-minute to 1-hour interview, evaluates the driver's needs, and establishes a driver safety plan required by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Drivers have 1 year to complete the plan's requirements. Clients under 18 must bring a parent or legal guardian to their assessment appointment.

Outpatient Counseling and Aftercare

For those seeking substance use treatment, licensed counselors provide an 8-week outpatient group program with 2-hour sessions and groups of 4 to 12 participants. Clients can also choose individual treatment through a 6-session package. An optional 8-week aftercare program extends counseling beyond the initial program. The practice accepts cash and credit card payments but does not currently accept insurance.