Sonoma County Indian Health Project Behavioral

Sonoma County Indian Health Project Behavioral is a California Substance Abuse Program in Santa Rosa delivering culturally grounded care to American Indian and Alaska Native individuals.

The department provides counseling, substance abuse services, crisis support and community wellness programming for adults, couples, children, youth and groups.

Rooted in traditional values the program blends clinical treatment with Native community connection to support lasting healing and resilience.

Culturally Grounded Recovery

The behavioral health team offers outpatient substance abuse counseling for individuals and groups along with case management for residential treatment placement.

Care is delivered by licensed therapists, a psychiatrist and substance abuse counselors within a certified tribal health setting.

Sessions may include assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy and recovery-focused support.

Culturally specific elements like Wellbriety groups, Talking Circles and AOD recovery groups help address underlying issues while fostering belonging, resilience and reduced stigma.

Native Youth and Community Wellness

Prevention and early intervention programming supports transitional-aged Native youth ages 14 to 24 through the Aunties and Uncles program.

Additional services include play therapy, tutoring and youth groups, cultural activities and seasonal community gatherings.

The team also offers domestic violence advocacy, legal support and referrals to community resources.