Montgomery County offers various Treatment Courts that connect individuals with appropriate treatment providers in the community with the goal to overcome barriers toward positive change.

See the overview below for more information on the types of Treatment Courts available and the specific eligibility requirements.

MONTGOMERY COUNTY TREATMENT COURTS 

Stephanie Heitman Landes, Director of Supervision Services/Chief Treatment Court Officer 

Megan Morrison, Deputy Chief of Treatment Court 

Deanna Wagner, Administrative Manager 

MONTGOMERY COUNTY TREATMENT COURTS OVERVIEW

MISSION

Montgomery County Treatment Courts promote public safety and recovery by diverting individuals with substance use and mental health disorders into treatment.

 Our programs foster positive change, wellness, and family stability through a collaborative multidisciplinary approach.


BELIEFS

  • We believe in collaboration among the justice system, treatment providers, and community partners.

  • We believe in adherence to best practice standards and in data‑driven, transparent, and equitable decision‑making.

  • We believe in eliminating stigma associated with substance use, mental health, and the justice system.

  • We believe in treatment over punishment.

  • We believe in accountability practiced with compassion and integrity.

  • We believe in evidence‑based and trauma‑informed practices.

  • We believe in dignity, respect, and supporting participants in reaching their full potential.

  • We believe in empowerment through structure and support.

‍ ‍Drug Treatment Court (DTC)

‍ ‍Judge: The Honorable Steven T. O’Neill

‍ ‍‍Provides evidence-based SUD treatment and recovery support, capacity 125

‍ ‍‍Judicial Status Hearings: Tuesdays, 4:15 PM

‍ ‍‍Coordinator: Anthony Titano | 610-278-5246 | anthony.titano@montgomerycountypa.gov

‍ ‍‍ ‍Behavioral Health Court (BHC)

‍ ‍Judge: The Honorable Henry S. Hilles

‍ ‍‍Supports individuals with SMI and co-occurring disorders; capacity 100

‍ ‍‍Judicial Status Hearings: Mondays, 4:15 PM

‍ ‍‍Coordinator: Kasey Lauro | 610-992-7449 | kasey.lauro@montgomerycountypa.gov

‍ ‍‍ Veterans Treatment Court (VTC)

‍ ‍Judge: The Honorable Todd D. Eisenberg

‍ ‍‍Provides veteran-centered treatment and mentorship; capacity 50

‍ ‍‍Judicial Status Hearings: Thursdays, 8:30 AM

‍ ‍‍Coordinator: Kasey Lauro | 610-992-7449 | kasey.lauro@montgomerycountypa.gov

‍ ‍Targeted Opioid Phase Program (TOPP)

Judge: The Honorable Kelly C. Wall

Rapid intervention program immediately linking individuals to treatment and support; capacity 25

Judicial Status Hearings: Daily, 8:30 AM

Coordinator: Ali Furlong | 610-992-7795 | alexandra.furlong@montgomerycountypa.gov

‍Family Dependency Treatment Court (FDTC)

Judge: The Honorable A. Nicole Tate-Wilborn

Strengthens families impacted by parental SUD through trauma‑informed, evidence‑based treatment and Family Service Plan aligned support; capacity 25.‍

Judicial Status Hearings: Tuesdays, 4:15 PM‍‍

Coordinator: Renee Pigeon | 610-278-1329 | renee.pigeon@montgomerycountypa.gov

‍Eligibility

  1. ‍ Montgomery County Resident (except VTC)

  2. ‍ Aged 18+

  3. ‍ Qualifying clinical diagnosis

  4. ‍ Legally eligible charges or Dependency case (FDTC)

For additional questions please reach out to the respective Coordinator or visit our website: https://www.montgomerycountypa.gov/2530/Treatment-Courts

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408 CHERRY STREET

P.O. BOX 311

 NORRISTOWN, PA  19404

Office: 610-992-7777 Fax: 610-992-7778