Sauk County Dept of Human Services Substance Use Trt Outpatient Services

Sauk County Department of Human Services provides structured outpatient addiction treatment at two levels of intensity. The standard Outpatient Program suits individuals who are stable in early recovery or transitioning from a higher level of care, while the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offers a more concentrated schedule for those who need stronger ongoing support without entering a residential treatment setting.

Both programs are available Monday through Friday during regular business hours at the county's Broadway Street clinic in Baraboo. For people in Sauk County building a long-term recovery plan, having a reliable, community-based outpatient program nearby can be a meaningful part of staying connected to care over time.

Many people seeking addiction treatment are also managing co-occurring mental health conditions. Sauk County Human Services addresses this directly by treating co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis as part of its outpatient and IOP programs, with Trauma and PTSD identified as specific conditions treated at this clinic. This matters for recovery communities where unaddressed trauma is often an underlying factor in substance use.

The clinic uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as its primary therapeutic method. CBT is particularly well-suited to dual diagnosis treatment because it targets the interaction between thought patterns, emotional responses, and behavior — helping clients build practical coping skills that support both mental health and long-term sobriety.

The clinic's roster of served populations reflects the full range of Sauk County residents who may need substance abuse treatment. Veterans and active-duty family members can access care through TRICARE coverage. Seniors and older adults are explicitly recognized as a served population, addressing a group that is often underserved by mainstream addiction treatment providers. The clinic also works with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, and with those referred through the court system for court-ordered treatment.

Men and women are both served, and the breadth of accepted payment methods — including Medicaid, Medicare, state insurance, private insurance, self-pay, sliding scale, financial assistance, and financing — reflects the county's commitment to making addiction treatment accessible regardless of financial circumstances.

One of the practical advantages of a county-operated outpatient clinic is the range of payment options it typically supports. Sauk County Human Services accepts Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, private insurance, state insurance, self-pay and cash, sliding scale fees, financial assistance, and financing arrangements. This range means that financial barriers are less likely to prevent someone from starting or continuing their recovery program.

To get started, prospective clients and their families can reach the clinic directly at (608) 355-4200 or by email at [email protected]. The clinic is located at 505 Broadway Street, Baraboo, WI 53913, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.