1st Step Behavioral Health is a licensed dual-diagnosis, long-term treatment center that specializes in substance use disorder. As a comprehensive alcohol and drug treatment center, they are able to assist individuals and families affected by addiction and mental health on their journey to recovery. 1st Step services include
medical detox, residential rehab, PHP,
IOP, and
outpatient. 1st Step medical detox typically lasts 3 to 10 days. Clients in this phase get daily medical check-ups, around-the-clock monitoring, proper nutrition, and vitamins. After detox, clients are eligible to begin
residential treatment. This program length is usually 30 days and offers a variety of therapies like
CBT, DBT, EMDR, 12-Step, individual counseling, gestalt therapy, animal therapy, as well as gender-specific groups. 1st Step also provides educational courses that include relapse prevention, healthy communication, goal setting, and coping skills. There are specialized groups and medication management available for those who need dual-diagnosis support. 1st Step also provides specialized treatment for professionals who work as police officers, firefighters, and paramedics. This program is tailored to meet the needs of these specific careers.
Located just north of Fort Lauderdale in Pompano Beach, 1st Step provides condo-like housing in sunny Florida. Clients share the gender-specific units with one other person, each getting their own full-size bed. On-site clients can enjoy a pool and beautiful outdoor common areas. 1st Step meets the client where they are at and provides high-quality care and treatment. They are accredited by the Joint Commission and accept most private insurance.
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 1st Step Behavioral Health provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)