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First Step Counseling Services, Inc.

Sioux Falls, SD

SAMHSA Verified IOP

IOP center · in Sioux Falls, SD.

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About First Step Counseling Services, Inc.

First Step Counseling Services, fully accredited by the State Board of Addiction and Prevention Professionals and the Department of Social Services, provides comprehensive treatment for lasting recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. They offer individualized outpatient treatments to address the thoughts and behaviors that lead to addiction, catering to each client's individual needs. The center views addiction as a health concern, not a moral failing.
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.

Private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
IOP
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

4320 South Louise Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57106

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Facility direct line

(605) 361-1505

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does First Step Counseling Services, Inc. accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (605) 361-1505 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other SD centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does First Step Counseling Services, Inc. offer?
This facility offers: IOP. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment.
Does First Step Counseling Services, Inc. have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does First Step Counseling Services, Inc. use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Brief intervention, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at First Step Counseling Services, Inc.?
Call the facility directly at (605) 361-1505 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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