Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Addiction Recovery in Bellingham
Founded in the late 1970s, Contact Counseling has dedicated over four decades to supporting individuals and families on their journey to recovery from substance use disorders. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of addiction, guided by compassionate professionals with extensive experience in outpatient treatment, sober living, and intervention services. We combine evidence-based practices with 12-step philosophy to foster long-term recovery, offering personalized care through assessments, counseling, and structured programs tailored to youth and adults.Our team, led by credentialed specialists with decades of field experience, prioritizes client dignity and accountability, ensuring access to resources like onsite fitness facilities, therapeutic outdoor activities, and clinical psychological evaluations when needed. With a legacy rooted in the Pacific Northwest, we remain committed to evolving our services while maintaining the highest standards of care and community support.
Services
Drug and Alcohol Assessments
Sober Living Program
Intensive Outpatient Treatment
Intervention Services
Relapse Prevention
Family Consultation
Partial Hospitalization
Education Programs
After Care Support
Deferred Prosecution DUI
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in substance use disorder treatment.
- Our holistic approach addresses physical, mental, and spiritual recovery needs.
- We provide structured sober living programs with 12-step immersion.
- Our team includes credentialed specialists with field-specific expertise.
- We combine clinical therapy with outdoor activities for comprehensive healing.
Services
Drug and Alcohol Assessments
Our comprehensive assessments determine substance use disorder severity through personal history reviews, family discussions, and urinalysis. Counselors provide tailored recommendations for treatment or court-related cases, lasting 1.5-2 hours. This service serves as the first step toward recovery or legal compliance.
Sober Living Program
Structured sober living homes in Whatcom County offer safe environments for early recovery. Residents participate in 12-step programs, undergo regular drug screenings, and follow house guidelines to build accountability and long-term sobriety skills through peer support and mentorship.
Intensive Outpatient Treatment
This program combines group therapy sessions with individual counseling to address addiction's psychological and social aspects. Clients engage in evidence-based modalities while maintaining daily responsibilities, fostering gradual reintegration into sober community life.
Intervention Services
Our specialists guide families through structured interventions to encourage loved ones to seek treatment. Services include strategy planning, facilitation, and post-intervention support to navigate the recovery process effectively and compassionately.
Relapse Prevention
This program teaches coping strategies to maintain long-term recovery through group therapy, personalized planning, and ongoing support. Clients learn to identify triggers, manage stress, and reinforce healthy habits to sustain their sobriety journey.
People
Steve Burger
Director
BA in Substance Use Disorder Prevention, 30+ years in addiction treatment, former Lummi Nation SUDP, and founder of Full-Contact Recovery Support Services since 2013.
Bob Chambers
MA CDP
Mental health professional with expertise in chemical dependency counseling, overseeing operations and clinical standards since 1999.
Questions
What is the focus of your recovery approach?
Our holistic model integrates physical fitness, mental health therapy, spiritual growth, and social accountability through 12-step principles.
Do you offer sober living accommodations?
Yes, we provide structured sober living homes in Whatcom County with drug screenings and 12-step participation requirements.
