Dakota Counseling Institute – Stepping Stones - Mitchell, SD

About the Facility

Dakota Counseling Institute - Stepping Stones, located in Mitchell, SD, specializes in the treatment of prevention services, education, assessment, intervention, counseling, referral, group and individual therapy, social detoxification, transitional living and continued care.

You’ll get 24/7 medical supervision and support to protect your safety and well-being during the early stages of your recovery. Intensive outpatient care means you get a range of services, such as social detox, individual therapy, group counseling, medication management, and holistic therapies.

The best part about the program is the structured support you’ll have while you’re still able to go about your daily life. You can participate in everything from group therapy, individual counseling, and education sessions, to relapse prevention training.

Transitional living services are also available, which provide a safe and supportive environment for clients in early recovery. Residents in transitional living have access to continued therapeutic support, life skills development training, relapse prevention treatment, and community resources.

Stepping Stones also offers First Offender DUI Courses. Clients may enroll in these courses to satisfy court-ordered education for a DUI offense. Overall, Stepping Stones is a nice option for a lot of different needs.

Accreditations

SAMHSA

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Established in 1992 by congress, SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on American's communities.

SAMHSA Listed: Yes

Treatment

Alcoholism

A person with alcoholism (alcohol use disorder) struggles with being unable to stop drinking too much alcohol, which may make them unable to function in society. To overcome this alcohol addiction, they may need alcohol rehab in South Dakota. This treatment provides a safe and structured environment to detox and move toward a life of sobriety. Options include various types of inpatient and outpatient programs.

Drug Addiction

Support provided by drug rehab in South Dakota includes social, physical, and emotional aspects. Program participants learn how to meet needs in each of these areas without turning to drugs. The goals of the program are freedom from drug dependency and long-term recovery.

Dual Diagnosis

Dual-diagnosis addiction treatment programs in South Dakota recognize the importance of comprehensive care for individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders and mental health conditions. These specialized programs are offered at various levels, including detox, outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization options. Evidence-based therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-informed therapy, and family therapy address both disorders and promote mental health and well-being. Programs may also encompass 12-Step recovery, trauma therapies, and psychiatric care.

Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Dual-diagnosis addiction treatment programs in South Dakota usually offer specialized care for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse. With various levels of care, you can usually choose from outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization programs, depending on your needs. Addiction experts offer a mental health assessment and individualized treatment plan, which may encompass individual and group therapy, family counseling, psychoeducation, and recovery meetings, to address both disorders and enhance mental health and well-being.

Insurance and Financial

Medicaid
Private insurance
Self-pay options
Financial aid
Sliding scale payment assistance
Military insurance

Programs

Adolescence program

Adult program

Hearing impaired program

Program for men

Program for women

Young adult program

Levels of Care

Outpatient

Clients in outpatient drug rehab remain in their home and community while receiving treatment on their schedule. Many facilities offer day, evening, night, and weekend sessions, as well as virtual care. Outpatient treatment typically encompasses multiple levels of care, including partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), sober living and supportive housing, and standard outpatient services. Most outpatient rehabs provide a range of services, including psychotherapy, medical and mental health assessments, drug testing, addiction education, and medication induction and maintenance.

Medically Assisted Detox

The process of removing drugs and alcohol from your system while under the 24/7 supervision of a medical team. Abruptly quitting substances like alcohol, benzodiazepines, or opioids can have uncomfortable - or even deadly - side effects. To ensure your safety and comfort, you are monitored by a team of doctors, nurses, and clinical experts who provide medications if needed to treat any potential symptoms of withdrawal.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) are well suited to clients who are leaving inpatient rehabs, those who wish to remain in their own homes while in early addiction treatment, and those at an elevated risk of relapse. Clients are generally expected to receive between nine and 20 therapy hours weekly, though the intensity and frequency of care declines as clients stabilize. Intensive outpatient rehabs often feature a range of services, including counseling, recovery education, and medication assisted treatment (MAT).

Inpatient

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

Sober Living Homes

Each sober living home in South Dakota is a group residence for men or women who are recovering from addiction. Residents agree to remain sober and submit to random drug tests. Each person must also pay rent and contribute to household maintenance. Some halfway houses offer sliding scale fees that allow residents to pay a rent amount based on their income.

12-Step

12 step programs are designed to address the root causes of addiction and to promote sustained recovery through peer support and personal growth. Participants receive one-on-one mentoring from a self-selected sponsor and engage in regular 12 step meetings, which are free, anonymous, open to the public, and available day and night in most communities. These programs deploy non-denominational spiritual precepts to support participants’ self-compassion, personal accountability, and acceptance of that which cannot be changed.

Aftercare Support

Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn't spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA).

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Family Therapy

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Group Therapy

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

Individual Therapy

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Life Skills

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.