Dr. Mark Bontreger

525 5th Street SE, Watertown, SD 57201

1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Dr. Mark Bontreger

  • Location: Watertown, SD
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Couples Counseling, Stress Management
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Dr. Mark Bontreger

Dr. Mark Bontreger has over 30 years of experience in addiction and mental health counseling, treating a wide range of conditions, including alcohol and drug addiction, PTSD, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, relationship difficulties, and OCD.
Holistic Approach to RecoveryDr. Mark Bontreger provides comprehensive treatment, including individual, family, and group counseling to address addiction and mental health. His holistic approach combines evidence-based practices with specialized programs for lasting recovery. Through thorough evaluations, Dr. Bontreger tailors treatment plans and offers expert guidance on relationship issues, helping clients improve communication and resolve conflicts for healthier relationships and overall well-being.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Dr. Mark Bontreger provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women Couples

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient Intensive outpatient treatment Regular outpatient treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere
Anger management Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling
Private for-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency
Cash or self-payment
Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
Comprehensive mental health assessment Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders
TB screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Outcome follow-up after discharge
Treatment for gambling disorder Treatment for other addiction disorder
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling Marital/couples counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Children/Adolescents Adults
Female Male
Specially designed program for DUI/DWI clients
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Domestic violence services, including family or partner Mental health services Social skills development Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Dr. Mark Bontreger

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 5 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Dr. Mark Bontreger offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 4 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Dr. Mark Bontreger works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

525 5th Street SE, Suite L-13, Watertown, SD, 57201

Quick Facts

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Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Cocaine Methamphetamine Synthetic Drugs

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

(833) 567-5838

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Mark Bontreger accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Dr. Mark Bontreger offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Couples Counseling, Stress Management. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in SD or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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