Open to all CT residents, 10 weeks of free virtual counseling for alcohol and/or other substance use (including marijuana), from occasional to chronic use, for ages 14-21.
It does not require health insurance and compensates up to $250.
Treatment may begin as soon as 1–2 weeks after a quick 15-minute phone screening.
Program Eligibility
- Connecticut residents ages 14–21
- Ability to speak and read English (parents/guardians don't need to be fluent)
- Use of alcohol and/or other substances (including marijuana), from occasional to chronic use
Free Treatment Includes Virtual & In-person Options:
- 2 individual MET (Motivational Enhancement Therapy) therapy and 8 weekly group sessions using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
- Facilitated by licensed, experienced clinicians (LCSWs) using a structured manual
Additional Details
- Participants complete baseline and follow-up research assessments at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months for a total compensation of up to $250 in gift cards
- Treatment may begin within 1-2 weeks after the first call/phone screen to determine eligibility (about 15 minutes)
- No study medications, bloodwork, or invasive procedures
For more info, please contact:
Phone: 959-529-4538 or
Email: YouthRecoveryProgram@uchc.edu
Website: Youth Recovery Program | Department of Psychiatry
All calls, emails, and screeners are confidential.
Pre-screener to determine eligibility within a couple of minutes: https://signup.trialfacts.co/s3/integra-tf920ar/
IRB # 024-054-1
For more information, contact: Research Team at YouthRecoveryProgram@uchc.edu