At Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC, we understand that many criminal charges, including DUI, drug possession, or probation violations, often stem from struggles with alcohol or substance dependency. If you or someone you love is facing charges in Pittsburgh or Allegheny County, getting help is not only a vital step toward recovery, but it can also have a positive impact on your case and your future.
Pittsburgh & Allegheny County Substance Abuse Resources
Below are trusted local resources for alcohol and drug treatment, support groups, and emergency services throughout the Pittsburgh area. These programs can help you take control of your health, comply with court requirements, and begin moving forward after a criminal charge.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA in Pittsburgh)
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) provides peer-led support meetings throughout the Pittsburgh region. Find a local AA meeting here.
AA meetings are available daily and offer both in-person and virtual options for those seeking recovery and community support.
Drug & Alcohol Services for Court-Involved Adults
If you are involved with the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas and have been ordered to complete substance abuse treatment, the county offers coordinated services to help you get started.
View the steps for obtaining substance abuse services in Allegheny County.
These programs connect individuals to detox, outpatient, and residential treatment options depending on your assessment and court requirements.
Emergency & Crisis Assistance: re:solve Crisis Network (UPMC)
The re:solve Crisis Network offers 24-hour emergency support for individuals in crisis due to substance use, withdrawal, or mental health challenges.
Services include:
- 24/7 Drug & Alcohol Emergency Assistance: 1-888-796-8226 (1-888-7 YOU CAN)
- Mobile dispatch crisis counselors available anywhere in Allegheny County
- Walk-in services at 333 N. Braddock Avenue, Pittsburgh — no appointment needed
- Residential/overnight care for up to 72 hours for individuals ages 14+
The network is operated by UPMC and provides immediate access to trained professionals who can help de-escalate crises and connect individuals to ongoing care.
Pittsburgh-Area Outpatient & Inpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Centers
If you or a loved one are seeking treatment in Pittsburgh, there are many rehabilitation, detox, and recovery programs offering both inpatient and outpatient services. Some specialize in court-ordered treatment, women’s recovery, youth services, or dual diagnosis care.
Below are several reputable facilities in the Pittsburgh and Allegheny County area:
Comprehensive Treatment Providers
- Addison Behavioral Care Inc.
Phone: (412) 731-2353
Address: 905 West Street 4th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Addison Behavioral Care Inc provides drug and alcohol day treatment designed for adolescents, women and criminal justice clients. - Allegheny County Department of Human Services: Office of Behavioral Health: Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Services
Phone: (412) 350-3328
Address: One Smithfield Street, Suite 300 Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Provides a wide variety of substance abuse assessment, treatment and recovery services. - Alliance Medical Services Inc
Phone: (412) 488-6360
Address: 739 Ensign Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15226
Alliance Medical Services Inc is an alcohol rehabilitation and drug rehab center with special services for women, as well as HIV-AIDS and methadone maintenance. - Alpha House Inc
Phone (412) 363-4220
Address: 435 Shady Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206.
Alpha House Inc offers both outpatient treatment and residential long-term rehab. They use a “whole-person” treatment approach. - Center for Psychiatric and Chemical
Phone (412) 246-5910
Address: 3501 Forbes Avenue 9th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Services include mental health and substance abuse treatment as well as drug and alcohol detox and services for minors.
Residential & Specialized Care
- Cornell Abraxas Group Inc., Inpatient Non-Hospital Treatment & Rehab
Phone: (412) 244-3710
Address: 306 Penn Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Medically monitored residential treatment for youth, adults and families. - FamilyLinks Inc
Phone: (412) 661-1800
Address: 1601 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Drug addiction treatment and alcohol rehab center that provides services for adolescents, families and women. Provides standard and intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization and long-term residential services. - POWER Halfway House
Phone: (412) 271-0500
Address: 7445 Church Street Pittsburgh, PA 15218
POWER Halfway House is an alcohol rehab and drug treatment program serving women and offering transitional housing and residential long-term rehab. - POWER Outpatient Program
Phone: (412) 243-8755
Address: 905 Watson Street Pittsburgh, PA 15219
POWER Outpatient Treatment specializes in treating women and Spanish speakers. - Sojourner House
Phone: (412) 441-7783
Address: 5460 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Sojourner House provides residential long-term rehab for women and includes residential beds for children.
Additional Treatment Centers
- Discovery House PA
Phone: (412) 661-9222
Address: 1391 Washington Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Discovery House PA offers outpatient treatment for both men and women. - Gateway
Phone: (412) 963-7077
Address: 1360 Old Freeport Road Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Wide-ranging care in alcohol and drug treatment in a tranquil setting. Includes services for minors. - Greenbriar Treatment Center
Phone: (412) 829-2103
Address: 400 Penn Center Boulevard Suite 707 Penn Center East Building 4 Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Greenbriar Treatment Center offers comprehensive outpatient treatment and drug and alcohol day treatment. - Holy Family Social Services/Shores
Phone: (412) 761-0236
Address: 8324 Ohio River Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15202
Provides outpatient treatment for a wide variety of people including court-appointed clients, LGBT, seniors, women, men and dual diagnosis. - Homewood/Brushton YMCA
Phone: (412) 243-2900
Address: 7140 Bennett Street Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Outpatient treatment for substance abuse. - House of the Crossroads
Phone: (412) 281-5265
Address: 2201 Wylie Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Provides alcohol and drug treatment and outpatient treatment, and can provide Spanish help for Spanish speakers. - Mercy Behavioral Health
Phone: (877) 637-2924
Address: 925 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Mercy Behavioral Health offers mental health as well as substance abuse treatment, with special services for those convicted of DUI. - Persad Center Inc
Phone: (412) 441-9786
Address: 5150 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Provides outpatient treatment in an atmosphere of acceptance with a focus on the LGBT community. - Positive Impact Treatment Services
Phone: (412) 219-3618
Address: 410 Grant St Suite# S866 Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Offers outpatient treatment as well as residential long-term rehab for clients that include LGBT with needs such as methadone maintenance. - Progressive Medical Specialists Inc
Phone: (412) 391-6384
Address: 2900 Smallman Street Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Alcohol and drug treatment and rehab that includes methadone maintenance, methadone detox and outpatient treatment. - Salvation Army
Phone: (412) 231-0500
Address: 865 West North Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15233
The Salvation Army provides outpatient treatment and residential long-term rehab for men and those with dual diagnosis. - Summit Medical Services
Phone: (412) 255-8717
Address: 3121 Smallman Street Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Summit Medical Services provides outpatient treatment and provides help for Spanish speakers. - Tadiso Inc
Phone: (412) 322-8415
Address: 1425 Beaver Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15233
Tadisco offers outpatient treatment and drug and alcohol day treatment. - Turtle Creek Valley MH/MR Inc
Phone: (412) 381-2100
Address: 70 South 22nd Street Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Offers outpatient treatment services for DUI and court-appointed clients. - VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
Phone: (412) 954-4092
Address: 7180 Highland Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15206.
Care for veterans that includes alcohol screening, substance abuse counseling, outpatient detox, drug and alcohol day treatment and residential short-term rehab. - Wesley Spectrum Services
Phone: (412) 342-2300
Address: 221 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Wesley Spectrum Services provides outpatient treatment, mental health and substance abuse treatment and help for those with dual diagnosis. - Western Psychiatric Institute/Clinic
Phone: (412) 363-7383
Address: 6714 Kelly Street Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Western Psychiatric Institute/Clinic provides outpatient treatment with services for hearing impaired clients.
Each program offers varying levels of care, from outpatient counseling to residential detox and long-term recovery support. Many also assist individuals with court-ordered rehabilitation, DUI program compliance, and dual-diagnosis treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions.
Take the Next Step Toward Recovery and Legal Defense
Seeking treatment for substance sue is one of the most meaningful steps you can take; both personally and legally. Judges often view voluntary enrollment in treatment programs as a positive effort toward rehabilitation, which can sometimes help reduce sentencing or improve outcomes in your case.
At Worgul, Sarna & Ness, we represent clients throughout Pittsburgh and Allegheny County who are facing DUI, drug possession, and related offenses. Our defense attorneys can guide you through the legal process while connecting you with the treatment resources you need to move forward.
Questions? Contact a Lawyer at Worgul, Sarna, & Ness Criminal Defense Attorney.
Your rights and your future are on the line, but you don’t have to face this alone. Our team will fight to reduce or dismiss your charges and help you access the resources that support long-term recovery.
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