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License Restoration · Court-Ordered · DOT & SAP
The assessment your case requires. Done right the first time.
Michigan-approved alcohol and drug assessments for driver's license restoration, court and probation referrals, and DOT / SAP violations. Serving clients across Michigan in person, by phone, or by secure video.
Licensed, credentialed counselors
Evening and weekend appointments
Recognized where it counts
Secretary of State · Michigan courts · DOT employers
Counselor credentials
LMSW
CCS
CAADC
SAP
MEET THE FOUNDER
Kiernan Gamel
LMSW, CCS, CAADC, SAP
Certified Substance Abuse Specialist
Kiernan holds a Master's in Social Work from Eastern Michigan University with a concentration in Mental Health and Chemical Dependency. He is a licensed social worker (LMSW), Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CAADC) and Substance Abuse Professional (SAP).
Kiernan has extensive experience in substance use disorder, diagnosis, and treatment. For thirty-eight years, he has specialized in the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders as a program director, clinical supervisor, addictions therapist, and substance abuse specialist.
During this time, he has worked in a wide range of socio-cultural settings: in California at the Betty Ford Center; in the West Indies at Crossroads Centre, Eric Clapton's alcohol and drug treatment center; and in Michigan at the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Michigan Department of Corrections, managing substance abuse programming for eight Michigan prisons.
Currently, Kiernan works for the Department of Veterans Affairs as a clinical social worker and has owned and operated Pacific Substance Abuse Assessment in Michigan since 2015. Pacific specializes in alcohol and drug assessments for those seeking license restoration, court and probation evaluations, and SAP services for Department of Transportation violations in Michigan and surrounding states.
38
Years in prevention and treatment of alcohol and drug use disorders
4
Clinical licenses and certifications
8
Michigan prison programs directed
OUR MISSION
A clear path forward, without the runaround.
01 Book by text or call
02 Meet your counselor
03 Receive your documentation
Pacific provides quick, convenient and confidential substance abuse assessments, in person and online, for whoever is asking for one: the Secretary of State, a court or probation officer, or a DOT-regulated employer.
We also provide online treatment programming for clients who need, or are required, to complete substance abuse programming as part of their legal requirements. Every counselor on our team holds the credentials your State requires, so the paperwork you leave with is the paperwork that counts.
No judgment, no lecturing. Just an honest, thorough evaluation and a straight answer about where you stand.
20+
Years serving
Michigan drivers
3
Office, phone
or secure video
100%
Confidential and
HIPAA compliant
WHAT WE DO
Assessments built for the agency that's asking.
Driver's License Restoration
The substance abuse evaluation the Secretary of State requires for a license appeal, completed thoroughly, documented properly, and returned to you promptly.
Court & Probation Assessments
Court-ordered and probation-referred alcohol and drug evaluations, prepared to the standard the referring court or officer expects, and delivered on their timeline.
DOT & SAP Evaluations
Substance Abuse Professional services for Department of Transportation violations, from the initial evaluation through return-to-duty and follow-up testing recommendations.
Online Treatment Programs
Structured substance abuse programming you can complete from home, for clients fulfilling treatment as part of a legal requirement.
Paperwork & Letter Support
Guidance on the forms, questionnaires and support letters your file needs, whether it goes to the Secretary of State, a court, or an employer, including examples so you know exactly what good looks like.
CLIENT REVIEWS
People arrive nervous. They leave with a plan.
"I called Mr. Gamel looking for help with a substance abuse evaluation I needed done immediately for my court date. He was able to schedule an appointment with me same day, complete the evaluation, & email my lawyer everything I needed. He listens very thoroughly and takes great notes. I feel like I gained a lot of useful knowledge about my situation after our conversation. Nothing was rushed I highly recommend his services."
R.L.
"I recently completed a substance abuse assessment with this provider, and I had a very positive experience. He was kind, patient, and empathetic throughout the entire process. He took his time during the interview and made sure to address any questions or concerns I had. I also really appreciated how quickly everything was completed—I received my assessment report the same day. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of these services."
A.M.
Kieran Gamel was very quick, kind, and direct. He made me feel very comfortable and at ease during my assessment. He is very thorough and accurate with completing the things I needed and the questions that I asked. I would highly recommend asking for kiernan and trusting he will accommodate your needs and shoot it to you straight. 10/10 thanks Kiernan, very much.
J.R.
AREAS SERVED
Available across Michigan and surrounding areas of Indiana and Ohio, in person, by phone, or virtual.
While the cities listed below represent key service areas, Pacific Substance Abuse Assessment serves all of Michigan and extends into select areas of Indiana and Ohio.
Whether you're located in a major urban center or a rural community, we are available to conduct assessments and evaluations in person, by phone, or through virtual sessions. Contact Pacific today to confirm service availability for your location and discuss which service delivery method works best for your needs.
Adrian
Ann Arbor
Detroit
Flint
Jackson
Kalamazoo
Livonia
Royal Oak
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Pacific Substance Abuse Assessment & Treatment Services, L.L.C.
Based in Jackson, Michigan and serving Michigan residients.
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