Clinical Assessment Unit

Clinical Assessment Unit is a mental health service in Madison, WI, specializing in court-ordered assessments for individuals convicted of Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) offenses within Dane County. The unit provides timely, evidence-based mental health and substance use evaluations, including OWI assessment and treatment referral, as well as ongoing support in developing and maintaining Driver Safety Plans. These services are designed to meet legal requirements while promoting recovery and safe reintegration into the community. The Clinical Assessment Unit serves residents of Dane County exclusively, offering appointments at its Kessel Court Campus location. Though the business holds a 3.00 rating based on two reviews, its website emphasizes a consumer-focused, trauma-informed, and culturally specific approach to care.

The Clinical Assessment Unit operates as part of Journey Mental Health Center, an organization with over 75 years of experience serving the Madison area. The unit is staffed by trained therapists who conduct comprehensive assessments involving substance use history, alcohol and drug inventory, and supplemental information, typically lasting about an hour. Appointments are scheduled through a dedicated intake process, with requests handled in the order they are received. The unit is integrated into a broader continuum of care that includes adult behavioral health services, community-based programs, emergency support, and medication management, all grounded in evidence-based practices and delivered with a strong emphasis on recovery and dignity.

Located at 25 Kessel Ct in Madison, the Clinical Assessment Unit sits just a short distance from Church of God Park and West Beltline Highway, with Odana Atrium Clinic, a Par 3 Course, Sherwood Forest Park, and the West Side Swim Club all within a half-mile radius. The campus is situated on Kessel Court, a residential street near key local landmarks.

The business is recognized for thorough, well-documented information available online and a website that search engines read cleanly, reflecting strong digital presence and accessibility. These attributes support effective outreach and service coordination for individuals navigating the legal and mental health systems.

As a vital component of Madison’s mental health infrastructure, the Clinical Assessment Unit plays a key role in connecting individuals with the resources they need to rebuild their lives after an OWI conviction, contributing to safer roads and stronger community health.

Services:

• 24/7 Crisis Line
• Adult Behavioral Health Services
• Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Model
• Child and Family Mental Health Services
• Culturally Specific Behavioral Health Services (Clinica Latina)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Program
• Family Preservation Program (FPP)
• Gateway Community Support Program (CSP)