Capital Area Counseling Service (CACS): Comprehensive Substance Use Treatment
Located in Pierre, South Dakota, Capital Area Counseling Service (CACS) is a 501c3 not-for-profit corporation dedicated to addressing the mental health and addiction needs of individuals and families across central South Dakota. Serving nine counties, CACS is committed to empowering those they serve, emphasizing strengths, and fostering overall community wellness.
Individualized Substance Use Treatment
CACS offers responsive, effective, and highly individualized therapeutic care for substance use disorders. Understanding that recovery is a deeply personal journey, CACS tailors treatment recommendations to meet each person’s unique needs, incorporating professional guidance alongside natural supports. The goal is to provide a comprehensive framework that addresses addiction across the lifespan.
Services and Support Programs
The substance use services at CACS include a variety of treatment modalities and recovery supports designed to help clients reduce or stop substance use and achieve long-term sobriety. Their offerings combine evidence-based practices with person-centered care.
Key Program Components:
- Individual Treatment
- Group Treatment
- Outpatient Treatment
- Support Groups and Peer Specialists
- Cognitive Behavioral Interventions for Substance Abuse (CBISA)
- Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)
Additionally, CACS is part of the Zero Suicide framework, demonstrating a commitment to patient safety and offering hope for recovery, which often intersects with substance use challenges.
Contact and Location
CACS provides services at its physical location in Pierre, SD, and is a vital resource for central South Dakota residents seeking recovery and support. They emphasize the importance of community-based care and outreach services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What counties does CACS serve?
CACS serves the nine counties of Hughes, Stanley, Haakon, Jones, Lyman, Buffalo, Hyde, Sully, and Potter in central South Dakota.
Does CACS offer group therapy for substance use?
Yes, CACS offers addiction and recovery-based services that include both individual and group treatment options.
What is the Zero Suicide framework, and how does it relate to addiction services?
Zero Suicide is a system-wide transformation approach focused on safer suicide care. Since mental health issues and suicidal ideation often co-occur with substance use disorders, CACS integrates this framework to routinely and consistently embed evidence-based practices for enhanced patient safety.
