First Step Counseling Services, Inc.
4320 South Louise Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Key Facts About First Step Counseling Services, Inc.
- Location: Sioux Falls, SD
- Levels of Care: Outpatient
- Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
- Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Group Therapy, Life Skills, Relapse Prevention Counseling and more
- Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance
About First Step Counseling Services, Inc.
First Step offers a wide range of services, including individual and group counseling, 12-Step facilitation, educational programs, and diagnostic evaluations, to support individuals on their journey to recovery. They also provide aftercare programs to assist clients as they reintegrate into their daily lives. The center integrates a comprehensive approach to address addiction, including behavioral modification programs and life skills training.
First Step Counseling Services supports clients recovering from drug and alcohol addiction while maintaining their daily lives. They provide individualized counseling, intervention and education programs with the help of counselors. Clients can continue to work, live at home with their families, and keep up with their normal routines.
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 First Step Counseling Services, Inc. provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)
Who This Center Serves
Services Offered
What to Expect at First Step Counseling Services, Inc.
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 Group Therapy, typically 30 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.
First Step Counseling Services, Inc. offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.
The facility utilizes 6 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Group 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. First Step Counseling Services, Inc. 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
Quick Facts
| Program | 30 days |
| Focus | This center primarily treats s... |
| Insurance | 24 accepted |
Similar Centers
Compare Options
Helpful Resources
Therapies & Methods
Treatment Philosophy
Conditions & Substances Treated
Insurance Accepted
First Step Counseling Services, Inc. works with 24 insurance providers.
Verify Your Insurance Coverage
Free verification · Know your costs before you commit
