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Announcing our Behavioral Health Services

jfail@etcada.com (Juanita Fail) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 22:19:05 GMT

We are excited to announce our Behavioral Health Services

Savanah Daniel, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), will be heading the team.

Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive support for individuals and their families navigating the challenges of substance use. We offer personalized, evidence-based treatment for those struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders. Our services include individual counseling, clinical group therapy, and educational group sessions. Additionally, we provide support groups for families and family education programs to help loved ones understand and navigate the recovery process together.

"Behavioral health is essential to overall health, prevention works, treatment is effective, and people recover."

– Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

We are excited to have these services to help ETCADA continue our mission in serving our communities.

A message, from our Executive Director, Juanita Fail!

jfail@etcada.com (Juanita Fail) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 22:19:04 GMT

Dear Friends,

What is ETCADA? What do we do? Why does it matter?

These are crucial questions. While I could share the history of ETCADA, or recount how we’ve been proudly serving the 23 counties of Region 4 in North East Texas for over 65 years, that only scratches the surface. I could highlight the remarkable individuals who built this organization—a legacy of compassion, dedication, and resilience. I could dive deep into the numerous programs and services we offer on a daily basis. Yet, time would fall short to adequately express the depth of our commitment and the incredible team that tirelessly works to address the challenges faced by those in our care. There are countless success stories of individuals who have walked through our doors, sought our help, and gone on to make meaningful contributions to this organization and their communities. But beyond all of that, one question remains: What does it all mean?

It means making a meaningful difference in someone’s life. Some days, it could be the difference between hope and despair, between survival and giving up. It impacts individuals, families, and entire communities. Because the truth is, there is no part of this world untouched by the effects of substance misuse, crime, or broken families. The consequences are far-reaching.

And that's where we come in: a beacon of hope for those who are weary, who are searching for someone to listen, and who need a helping hand. We offer essential services—such as recovery support, youth services, prevention programs, and behavioral health services—while confronting the opioid crisis head-on. In doing so, we collaborate with other community organizations, knowing that together, we can make a tangible difference.

We will never stop. We will never give up. We will continue to do our part, because we believe in the power of hope and change.

With unwavering commitment,

Juanita Fail

Check Out our Latest Newsletter

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 22:19:03 GMT

ETCADA issues a monthly newsletter brought to you by our Region 4 Prevention Resource Center. The purpose of the Region 4 Prevention Resource Center (PRC4) is to increase the capacity of the statewide substance misuse prevention system by seeking to enhance community collaboration, increase community awareness and readiness, provide information and resources on substance use and misuse and related behavioral health data, support professional development of the revention workforce, and strengthen regional compliance tobacco and nicotine laws.

Check Out our Latest Newsletter

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 15:02:07 GMT

Announcing our Behavioral Health Services

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:56:57 GMT

We are excited to announce our Behavioral Health Services

"Behavioral health is essential to overall health, prevention works, treatment is effective, and people recover."

– Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

We are excited to have these services to help ETCADA continue our mission in serving our communities.

Welcome, from our CEO, Keith Palmer!

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 14:54:56 GMT

Dear Friends,

I am writing to you today to welcome you to the new website for ETCADA. We are excited to launch this new platform, which will provide you with a wealth of information and resources to help you find the assistance and resources you need on your behavioral health journey.

Our website has been designed to be user-friendly and informative. You will find a wide range of topics covered, including:

How we are working to prevent substance misuse in East Texas for a wide range of ages
Curriculum and engagement opportunities
Data and resources available with our Prevention Resource Center
Support groups available and mandated classes
How you can get involved
And much more!

We are committed to being PART of the solution , offering p revention, a ssessment, r ecovery, and t ransition services in East Texas. Our website is just one way that we are working to make that happen.

We hope that you will take some time to explore our website and learn more about the resources that are available to you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Thank you for your interest in our work. We are committed to helping diminish substance use through education and intervention, and assist young adults in their successful transition to adulthood by addressing their essential needs.

Sincerely,

Keith Palmer

CEO