Addiction and Behavioral Counseling Services, Inc (ABCS)
About Us
Mending Minds since 1999, we focus on the ABCs of building better lives, including support for those dealing with drug, alcohol
Court-Approved & Voluntary Counseling in Northwest Indiana
Welcome to Recovery with ABCS
Court-Mandated Counseling and Addiction Treatment in Northwest Indiana.
At Addiction and Behavioral Counseling Services, Inc. (ABCS), we provide certified, court-approved counseling and addiction treatment programs across Northwest Indiana and online services for out-of-state individuals.
Our licensed programs meet all legal requirements for:
OWI/DUI counseling
Anger management
Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)
Substance abuse treatment
Possession-related offenses
Pornography Addiction
Gambling Addiction
Whether you were self-referred, court-ordered, referred by a probation officer, or recommended by an attorney, ABCS offers structured, supportive services designed to help you meet your legal obligations and move toward meaningful change.
Counseling Services that we offer are in person or on-line.
Our Programs & Services
We specialize in a wide range of court-mandated and therapeutic services, including:
• Court-Ordered Counseling
Tailored plans that meet court, probation, and BMV requirements.
• Individual & Group Therapy
Supportive, evidence-based counseling for addiction, behavior change, and mental health.
• Anger management
Skills-focused sessions that help clients with coping skills and impulsivity.
• Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)
A proven cognitive-behavioral program accepted by courts across Indiana.
• Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Structured treatment for individuals needing a higher level of support.
• Minor in Possession Program (Ages 15–20)
A specialized education and intervention program for youth facing possession-related charges.
All programs are customized according to each client’s case, charges, needs, and personal goals.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we offer online therapy!
Do you take insurance? Yes, but not state insurance (i.e., HIP, Medicare, or Medicaid)
Are you certified by the State of Indiana? Yes
Yes, we are a court-approved program. Our programs meet court-mandated requirements.
How many classes would I have to take for a court-mandated program? Between 5 and 32 groups. We also specialize in out-of-state cases and interventions.
Do you work with adolescents? Over the age of 17 years old
We are a court-approved program.
Online Therapy-Court Approved
We offer court-approved online therapy for both group and individual counseling. Group sessions include 3 to 18 participants and run for 60 minutes. Individual counseling sessions are typically 45 minutes. Please speak with an intake counselor for more information about our court-approved virtual options.
Moral Reconation Therapy
What to expect
This is a 12-week, court-approved program. We work through the 12 steps and ensure each step is successfully completed before moving forward. This is not AA or NA. MRT focuses on honesty, achieving positive change, and maintaining a commitment to change.
Online Appointments
OWI, Possession Charge, Individual therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Court mandated program
Evaluation/Assessment
45 mins|$75
Our Evaluation/Assessment service at the addiction treatment center offers comprehensive assessments to determine the best treatment plan for individuals struggling with addiction.