You need a DUI or substance use assessment from a licensed provider.
Ashland, VA • Across Virginia, In-Person Only
DUI/DWI VASAP & DOT Assessments
Substance use and DUI assessments, plus DOT Substance Abuse Professional evaluations, with a licensed provider.
Dr. Chris Coleman, LPC, LSATP
You leave with a clear recommendation. That is the goal.
✓ DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional
✓ Evidence-based, biopsychosocial assessment
✓ Clear written recommendation
the basics
What Is a DUI Assessment?
A DUI assessment is a professional substance use evaluation that reviews your history with alcohol and drugs and recommends the right level of care. I provide DUI and substance use assessments in Ashland, VA and online across Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Florida, Washington DC, and South Carolina.
I am Dr. Chris Coleman, a licensed substance abuse treatment provider and a DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional, with more than 20 years in addiction assessment and treatment. The assessment is evidence-based and biopsychosocial. You leave with a clear recommendation. That is the goal. I keep it honest. You do not need to be of the Christian faith to be here, and faith is offered, never forced.
please note
What I Do and Do Not Do
I provide assessments and DOT SAP evaluations, and I give you a clear written recommendation. I do not testify, appear in court, or complete evaluations to satisfy a court, judge, or attorney. I do not provide fit-for-duty, return-to-work, medical, FMLA, workers compensation, military, or SSI or SSDI evaluations. If your case is driven only by court or attorney requirements, I will refer you to a provider who does that work.
what we work on
Does This Sound Like You?
- You got a DUI or DWI and need a substance use assessment
- Your employer or CDL role requires a DOT SAP evaluation after a positive test
- You want an honest look at your drinking or drug use
- You are not sure what level of care you need
- You need a clear recommendation you can hand to someone
what I offer
What I Offer
DUI and substance use assessments. An evidence-based assessment of your alcohol and drug history, with a written recommendation for the right level of care.
DOT SAP evaluations. As a DOT-qualified Substance Abuse Professional, I evaluate safety-sensitive employees under Department of Transportation and FMCSA rules and guide the return-to-duty process.
Alcohol safety program sessions. Individual sessions connected to substance use and alcohol safety programs, by the hour.
how it works
How I Approach Your Evaluation
Honest and thorough. I use evidence-based assessment tools and take the time to understand your full history. No shortcuts.
A clear recommendation. You leave with a written recommendation for the right level of care, and referrals if you need them.
Confidential. Your information stays private, and records go out only with a release you sign.
Faith welcomed, not forced. Biblical principles are part of my approach when you want them, and never when you do not.
is this a fit?
This May Be the Right Fit If:
You are a safety-sensitive employee who needs a DOT SAP evaluation.
You want an honest evaluation and a clear plan, not a court appearance.
the outcome
What You Walk Away With
A clear picture of where your substance use stands.
A written recommendation for the right level of care.
A path through the DOT return-to-duty process, if that applies.
Next steps you understand.
Getting started is simple
How to Get Started
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Reach Out
Call 804-944-7990 or use the contact page. It starts with a brief intake screening.
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Complete Your Evaluation
You complete an evidence-based assessment or DOT SAP evaluation, matched to your situation.
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Get Your Recommendation
You receive a clear written recommendation and any referrals you need.
Common questions
DUI Assessment & DOT SAP FAQs
What is a DOT SAP evaluation?
A DOT SAP evaluation is a face-to-face assessment for safety-sensitive employees who violated Department of Transportation drug or alcohol rules. As a qualified Substance Abuse Professional, I evaluate you and recommend the education or treatment the return-to-duty process requires.
Do I need a substance use assessment after a DUI?
Often, yes. Courts, employers, and licensing boards frequently ask for one after a DUI. I provide the assessment and a written recommendation, though I do not appear in court or complete court-satisfaction paperwork.
What happens in a DUI assessment?
You complete an evidence-based, biopsychosocial assessment of your alcohol and drug history. I review it with you and recommend the right level of care.
How long does a SAP evaluation take?
A SAP evaluation is usually completed in one comprehensive session, with follow-up as the return-to-duty process requires.
Do you take insurance for assessments?
DOT SAP evaluations and the initial comprehensive assessment are private-pay and not billed to insurance. Some substance use sessions can use insurance through Headway.
Ready when you are
Ready to schedule your assessment?
Reach out to schedule an intake screening — no pressure, just a conversation.