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Capital Area Counseling Services

2001 Eastgate Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501

Est. 1968 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Capital Area Counseling Services

  • Location: Pierre, SD
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Specific Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Capital Area Counseling Services

Capital Area Counseling Services (CACS) helps people struggling with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. They offer outpatient counseling, psychiatric care, and crisis intervention for individuals of all ages. With specialized programs like CARE Services for adults and Systems of Care for youth, CACS provides personalized treatment and strong community support.
CACS uses evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and moral reconation therapy (MRT) to help clients manage emotions and build coping skills. Outpatient counseling includes individual, group, and family sessions, while support groups aid in addiction recovery. Their approach connects clients to internal and community resources for well-rounded, long-term healing.
Programs like Therapeutic Foster Care provide stable homes for children with emotional and behavioral needs. Adolescent mental health groups teach skills to manage aggression, emotions, and decision-making. CACS is also dedicated to suicide prevention through the Zero Suicide initiative, ensuring individuals receive the care and support needed for safety and recovery.

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 Capital Area Counseling Services provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Adolescents Children Young Adults Girls Boys Midlife Adults

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient
Community mental health center
Aripiprazole Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Olanzapine/Fluoxetine combination Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Cognitive behavioral therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services
Private non-profit organization
Community Mental Health Block Grants IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Medicare Medicaid Private health insurance State corrections or juvenile justice funds Cash or self-payment State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds State welfare or child and family services funds U.S. Department of VA funds
Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Young adults Seniors or older adults Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)
Screening for tobacco use
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults Seniors
Vaping not permitted
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Family psychoeducation Illness management and recovery Psychosocial rehabilitation services Supported employment Supported housing Therapeutic foster care Vocational rehabilitation services Case management service Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Capital Area Counseling Services

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 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 90 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.

Capital Area Counseling Services offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 5 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral 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. Capital Area Counseling Services 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

2001 Eastgate Avenue, Pierre, SD, 57501

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Levels of Care

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Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Personalized Treatment Family Involvement Strengths-Based

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Ecstasy Heroin

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Frequently Asked Questions about Capital Area Counseling Services

Does Capital Area Counseling Services accept my insurance?
Capital Area Counseling Services accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Capital Area Counseling Services?
Capital Area Counseling Services offers Outpatient with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Specific Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Capital Area Counseling Services?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Capital Area Counseling Services, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Pierre?
Yes. Browse all SD treatment centers or narrow to Pierre specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Capital Area Counseling Services?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Capital Area Counseling Services typically last 90 days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Capital Area Counseling Services is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. For additional trust signals, check for JCAHO or CARF accreditation — both are voluntary third-party audits of clinical quality. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email [email protected] — we re-check within 24 hours.

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