DUI Screening, Education, and Treatment

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Our Clinical Foundations

Our program is grounded in proven therapeutic approaches that support meaningful, lasting change.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) CBT helps participants identify and challenge distorted thinking patterns, understanding connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop healthier responses.

Trauma-Informed Care A trauma-informed care approach acknowledges the impact of trauma on behavior and healing. We create a safe, respectful environment that avoids re-traumatization.

Psychoeducation Provides insight into emotional regulation, substance use patterns, physiological effects, and the impact of impaired driving.

Motivational Interviewing Supports participants in exploring ambivalence, increasing motivation, and strengthening commitment to change.

Restorative Justice Principles Encourages accountability, empathy, and repairing harm caused by impaired driving.

Neurobiological Insights Introduces concepts like neuroplasticity to reinforce that change is possible through consistent practice and support.

DUI Education

16 hours total - delivered in two 8-hour classes

Day 1 Topics

  • Physiological Effects of Alcohol & Drugs

  • Why People Use Substances

  • Short- & Long- Term Effects

  • Brain Science

  • Self-Assessment of Use

Day 3 Topics

  • Sharing Your DUI Experience

  • How Alcohol Impairs Driving

  • Blood Alcohol Concentration

  • What is a DUI?

  • Penalties & Legal Consequences

  • DUI Statistics

  • At-Risk Groups

  • Stages of Change

  • Resources

DUI Treatment

20 hours of treatment + 16 hours of education

Delivered in 13 weekly 2-hour groups, focusing on deeper insight, coping skills, and behavioral change.

Group Topics Include

  • DUI Laws & Legal Consequences

  • Making Informed Decisions

  • Connecting Emotions and Drinking

  • Navigating Risky Situations

  • Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors

  • Challenging Harmful Thinking

  • Coping with Criticism

  • Everyday Choices & Risk

  • Communication Skills

  • Supportive Relationships

  • Increasing Healthy Activities

  • Problem-Solving Skills

DUI Screening & Referral Process

Scheduling

Individuals should schedule an appointment within 30 days of their court order. Thundermaker will not provide notification of screening appointments to referral sources until after appointment is completed and financial obligations are met.

Self-Pay Rates

Screening $125

DUI Level II (Education) $125/group ($300 total)

DUI Level I (Treatment) $40/group ($400 total)

Revocation Evaluation $175

Schedule an Appointment

What to Expect

Screenings can last from 30 mins to 3 hours, but usually lasts around an hour. A skilled DUI clinician will ask you for information in the following areas:

  • Substance use, legal, and behavioral health history.

  • Family dynamics

  • Trauma and abuse history

  • Risk assessment

  • Functional impairments

  • DUI offense details including situation, BAC, and court information

  • Screening tools are used, such as MAST and DAST

After you complete your screening, you will recieve a list of three DUI providers. It will be your responsibility to choose where to complete your required classes, but Thundermaker does offer them if you plan to continue with us.

What to Bring

When you come in for your assessment, we ask that you bring any related documentation to your offense and substance use history. These should include:

  • Ticket, Compliant, or Court Order

  • Completion Certificate of any previous DUI Classes

  • Proof of enrollment/Completion certificate of substance use rehabilitation