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THE DIVERSION CENTER
Georgia DUI & Alcohol Evaluation | Same-Day | Court-Approved | The Diversion Center – Marietta, GA-Hablamos Espanol
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Court-Approved Evaluations & Classes in Georgia
Complete your requirement with confidence
If you’ve been told you need an evaluation, class, or counseling service, it can feel overwhelming trying to figure out what’s required, where to start, and how quickly you can get it done. You may be worried about deadlines, documentation, or making sure you complete the right service the first time.
The Diversion Center helps individuals throughout Georgia complete court-approved evaluations, classes, and related services in a professional and supportive setting. We provide alcohol and drug evaluations, clinical evaluations, SAP/DOT evaluations, anger management evaluations, mental health evaluations court-mandated classes, intervention curriculum, training, and more.
Many services are available virtually, making it easier to complete your requirement from your phone, laptop, or computer. Same-day and expedited appointments may also be available when documentation is needed quickly. If you’re unsure which service you need or whether your requirement can be completed through our office, our team can help you understand the next step, schedule the right appointment, and move forward with confidence.
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Court Approved Evaluations
We are a court-approved outpatient treatment facility.
We provide court-mandated and employer mandated classes, evaluations, and counseling.
Virtual Anger Management Evaluations
Anger Management evaluations are conducted by Certified Specialists who guide you in avoiding triggers and using coping strategies. Anger can be difficult to control, and if arrested for a violent charge, your probation officer may require you complete an anger management evaluation.
Virtual Alcohol and Drug Evaluations
Our Drug and Alcohol Evaluation is designed to assess substance use and its impact on your life. Our professional evaluators provide a detailed report and recommend appropriate treatment or interventions, helping you take the first step toward recovery and a healthier lifestyle.
Virtual SAP DOT Evaluations
The SAP (Substance Abuse Professional) DOT Evaluation is a crucial service for employees regulated by the Department of Transportation. Our certified SAPs conduct thorough evaluations, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations, and guide individuals through the return-to-duty process, promoting safety and well-being in the workplace.
Virtual Clinical Evaluations (DUI)
We provide clinical evaluations for DUIs in the state of Georgia for first offenders, multiple offenders, and habitual violators. Our evaluations are offered virtually, and we also provide same day evaluation services if you need the evaluation done within 48 hours or less.
Court Approved Classes
Fulfill Your Legal Requirements with Confidence
Shoplifting & Theft
Prevention Class
We provide engaging, interactive, and effective court approved shoplifting prevention classes to clients that have been accused of theft or shoplifting. This is a live instructor led course and we dive-deep into why people shoplift and steal.
Anger Management
Classes
Our live instructor-led anger management program equips individuals with strategies to manage and understand their anger effectively. Ensure you have an Anger Management evaluation before enrolling, unless directed otherwise by court or probation.
ASAM Level I
Treatment
This live instructor-led course caters to individuals recommended for substance-related and addictive disorders treatments, with live instruction guiding through recovery steps. Duration based on evaluation.
Diversion Program Provider Training
The Diversion Provider Training Program is your blueprint for launching or elevating a profitable, court-approved practice. Whether you’re starting fresh or refining your current services, our programs deliver the structure, tools, and expert guidance to position you for long-term success.
Our signature Business in a Box Program begins equipss you with everything you need to build with confidence. For those ready to move faster and go further, private 1:1 coaching is available.
Flexible payment plans and financing are available, making this high-impact investment both accessible and strategic.
How To Write a Substance Use Evaluation
By Derek Collins
How to Write a Substance Use Evaluation is a practical, plain‑language roadmap for clinicians who need to write evaluations that are both clinically sound and court‑defensible. Designed for beginners and developing professionals, this guide walks you step‑by‑step through every stage of the process—from the first interview to final recommendations.
Grounded in current DSM‑5‑TR diagnostic standards, the ASAM Criteria (4th Edition), and widely used screening tools such as the AUDIT, MAST, DAST, and SASSI‑4, this manual shows you exactly how to gather information, organize it, and translate it into clear, defensible substance use evaluations. You’ll find concrete interview questions, sample biopsychosocial assessments, guidance on matching clients to appropriate levels of care, and full sample reports with detailed rationales you can model in your own work.
Written by Derek Collins, PhD, CADC‑II, MATS, SAP—founder of the National Association of Court Approved Treatment Providers—and featuring a foreword by forensic evaluation expert Aaron L. Norton, PhD, this guide is ideal for counselors, social workers, psychologists, and evaluators who work with court‑involved or high‑risk populations. Whether you are launching a new evaluation service or strengthening an existing practice, this resource will help you write evaluations that serve clients, satisfy courts, and reflect best practices in the field.
118 Pages
Contact us regarding in-house training for probation, parole and community supervision. We can help your organization provide classes in-house for anger management, substance use, gun violence, shoplifting, domestic violence, and more.
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Meet the founder and CEO
Dr. Collins
Derek Collins turned his greatest challenge into his greatest strength. More than 20 years ago, after being arrested for selling bootleg DVDs and CDs, he successfully completed a pre-trial diversion program and overcame addiction. That second chance became the foundation of his life’s work. Today, he helps others rewrite their own stories—transforming past mistakes into new opportunities and breakthroughs.
With unwavering dedication, Dr. Collins values the lives of his clients, employees, and community. Through life-changing information, resources, and opportunities, he uplifts those around him and embodies hope, transformation, and service.
As a trainer and leader, Dr. Collins equips counselors, therapists, social workers, and facilitators to effectively provide court-mandated classes and diversion programs.
He is the founder of the National Association of Court Approved Treatment Providers (NACATP) and the bestselling author of multiple curricula, including Anger Management and Gun Violence Intervention.
To book Dr. Collins for training or speaking engagements email:
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Curriculum For Your Court-Mandated Programs
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Our Locations
Marietta, Georgia
2480 Windy Hill Rd SE Suite 401
Marietta, GA 30067
- Phone 404-503-8069
- Fax: 678-826-0606
Duluth, Georgia
2702 Duluth Hwy # A
Duluth, GA 30096
- Phone: 404-781-7468
- Fax: 678-826-0606
Jonesboro, Georgia
9442 S Main St, Suite 103
Jonesboro, GA 30236
- Phone: 404-369-8597
- Fax: 678-826-0606
Lawrenceville, Georgia
561 W Pike St,
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Fayetteville, Georgia
320 W Lanier Ave,
Fayetteville, GA 30214
Training and Resources
Certifications and Training
Learn more about a becoming a certified anger management specialist, shoplifting and theft addiction specialist and parenting instructor.
