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DWI Assessments, ADETS Classes & Therapy — Online or In-Person
Inhale. Exhale. Breathe. As long as you breathe, there is hope.
Breathe. A Center for Wellness is a licensed DWI and therapy provider in Kannapolis, North Carolina. We specialize in DWI assessments, ADETS/Prime for Life classes, and addiction recovery therapy. Our mission is to provide a compassionate, judgment-free space for healing and growth.
We offer telehealth DWI assessments and treatment for your convenience. Approved by NC DHHS and NCDMV.
BBB Accredited since 2018 with an A+ Rating!
🧭 Start Here: What to Do After a DWI in North Carolina Getting a DWI can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to go through this alone.
At Breathe, we guide you through every step so you can meet your DMV and court requirements and move forward with peace of mind.
Here’s how it works:
At Breathe, we guide you through every step so you can meet your DMV and court requirements and move forward with peace of mind.
Here’s how it works:
- Schedule Your Assessment
Every DWI in North Carolina requires a substance use assessment before you can get your license back. We can complete this by phone or Zoom — often the same week you contact us. - Receive Your Recommendation
After your assessment, we’ll tell you exactly what level of class or treatment you need (ADETS, Short-Term, Longer-Term, Intensive Outpatient or Inpatient Treatment). - Begin Your Classes
We offer convenient evening and weekend Zoom sessions, and in-person options when needed. - We File Everything for You
Once you complete your program and your balance is paid, we electronically submit your completion to the state — this is called a 508 filing. You don’t have to handle that paperwork yourself.
About Alanna
Alanna is a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Certified Heartmath Trainer. Alanna has over 25 years of experience working in the addictions field. She spent 12 years working for Carolinas Healthcare along side of Dr. George Raad in their medical detoxification program, and then transitioned to the Intensive Outpatient program. She was recently named an expert in the field by the North Carolina Board of Professional Counselors. Alanna is also a certified meditation teacher on Insight Timer, you can find her guided meditations at https://insighttimer.com/Alannabrewton/guided-meditations/coming-home-to-yourself_17.
"Breathe is a great place! If you need out of state help with your DUI issues they are great. Alana made it easy and kept me informed through the process. They gathered my NC records for me, and guided me through the process. Great folks and wonderful service. Thank you Breathe."-JT
"This place was amazing and I cannot say enough good things about it and the people running it . I originally signed up at a big place in Charlotte and it was twice as expensive and I felt like I was treated unfairly and it felt impossible to do the classes . I found breathe and everything was so smooth and so easy and was very affordable the person who does the classes is great I learned so much and you can tell that it’s more then just a class and she cares and is understanding , helpful , and just a all around good person . So glad this is all behind me now and I highly recommend breathe ."-BK
ADETS
Telehealth options now available. ADETS(Alcohol and Drug Education Traffic School) is a 16-hour program offered once monthly. This class is for clients that haven't had a prior DWI charge with a blood alcohol reading of .14 or less, and didn't refuse the Breathalyzer. Also, clients that do not have a substance use disorder. Our next class starts on November 6, 2025. Call or text us to sign up today at 704-782-3050. The state regulated fee for this class is $160.00, and $25.00 for Prime For Life Book. The fee includes 508 filing.
Prime For Life
This course is offered via telehealth due to COVID. This course is for CDL drivers, positive drug screens at work, clients who are in need of education, and/or family members who are in need of education. The cost of this course is $325.00 this includes book fee. 16 hour course. The fee includes 508 filing.
Short-Term Outpatient Treatment 20-39 hours
Telehealth options now available. Hours are determined based on the results of your assessment. This is accordance with guidelines that have been issued by NCDWI Services. NCDWI services regulates DWI assessments and treatment. Breathe., LLC holds Short-Term Outpatient on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8pm. You can start this course any Tuesday or Thursday. This level of care must be completed in 30 days but no more than 45 days. The cost of this course is $25.00 an hour. Payment plans are available. The fee includes 508 filing.
Longer-Term Outpatient Treatment 40-89 hours
Hours are determined based on the results of your assessment. This is in accordance with guidelines that have been issued by NCDWI Services. NCDWI service regulates DWI assessments and treatment. Breathe., LLC holds Longer-Term Outpatient on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm. This level of care must be completed in no less than 60 days but no more than 90 days. The cost of this course is $25.00 an hour. Payment plans are available. The fee includes 508 filing.
Telehealth options now available. ADETS(Alcohol and Drug Education Traffic School) is a 16-hour program offered once monthly. This class is for clients that haven't had a prior DWI charge with a blood alcohol reading of .14 or less, and didn't refuse the Breathalyzer. Also, clients that do not have a substance use disorder. Our next class starts on November 6, 2025. Call or text us to sign up today at 704-782-3050. The state regulated fee for this class is $160.00, and $25.00 for Prime For Life Book. The fee includes 508 filing.
Prime For Life
This course is offered via telehealth due to COVID. This course is for CDL drivers, positive drug screens at work, clients who are in need of education, and/or family members who are in need of education. The cost of this course is $325.00 this includes book fee. 16 hour course. The fee includes 508 filing.
Short-Term Outpatient Treatment 20-39 hours
Telehealth options now available. Hours are determined based on the results of your assessment. This is accordance with guidelines that have been issued by NCDWI Services. NCDWI services regulates DWI assessments and treatment. Breathe., LLC holds Short-Term Outpatient on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8pm. You can start this course any Tuesday or Thursday. This level of care must be completed in 30 days but no more than 45 days. The cost of this course is $25.00 an hour. Payment plans are available. The fee includes 508 filing.
Longer-Term Outpatient Treatment 40-89 hours
Hours are determined based on the results of your assessment. This is in accordance with guidelines that have been issued by NCDWI Services. NCDWI service regulates DWI assessments and treatment. Breathe., LLC holds Longer-Term Outpatient on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm. This level of care must be completed in no less than 60 days but no more than 90 days. The cost of this course is $25.00 an hour. Payment plans are available. The fee includes 508 filing.
Why Get Your DWI Assessment Done as Soon as Possible?
- In NC, a DWI assessment is usually required prior to receiving a Limited Driving Privilege; it is always required to receive the privilege 10 days into the 30 day civil revocation.
- Shorten the period of time you can’t drive during your “Civil Revocation.”
- Complete the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles DWI Assessment and Education, Counseling and or treatment requirements.
- A DWI Assessment is during your trial and can reduce the level of punishment, possibly helping avoid active jail time.
- Know in advance where you stand with your DWI Substance Abuse requirements.
Register for Our Online DWI/DUI Class in North Carolina we get it. Uber is expensive or maybe no-one can watch your children. Now, you can sign on from the comfort of your own home, bring your own snacks, and possibly introduce us to your new puppy! We love offering this new experience to our clients.
You can complete the entire course from the safety and convenience of your home. The online class has the same content, so you won’t miss any information or credit.
If you are ready to get your license back we are here to help. We have licensed and understanding professionals.
Driving While Impaired
A driver's license will be revoked, at a minimum, for a year, if they are convicted of driving while impaired.
Refusal to perform a chemical breath or blood test will result in the immediate revocation of a driver license and an additional, minimum one-year revocation by the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles.
DWI (first offense)1 yearG.S. 20-138.1G.S. 20-19(c1)
DWI (second offense)4 yearsG.S. 20-138.1G.S. 20-19(d)
DWI (third or subsequent offense)PermanentG.S. 20-138.1G.S. 20-19(e)
Refusal of chemical analysis1 yearG.S. 20-16.2G.S. 20-16.2(d)
*Every driving record is unique and might contain multiple suspensions, which can change eligibility dates for hearings or reinstatements. For current information about an individual driving record, including eligibility dates and any outstanding fines, call (919) 715-7000.
Restoring a LicenseNCDMV must receive a certificate of completion for a DWI substance use assessment that has been approved by the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services for a driver who is subject to G.S. 20-17.6 before the driver's license is retored.
Helpful links
http://www.nchhs.gov/mhddsas/services/dwi
Breathe. | A Center For Wellness
1401 Lane St.
Kannapolis, NC 28083
704.782.3050
