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First Steps Recovery

2121 Herndon Ave
Clovis, CA 93611
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About First Steps Recovery

The facility is licensed and accredited by The Joint Commission. They use evidence-based as well as experiential and holistic therapies. The program starts with medical detox. This is the process where you rid your body of the harmful substances you’ve been using. They use medications during detox if necessary to help you get safely through the hardest withdrawal symptoms.

After detox, you can go into the residential treatment program. You’ll live in a structured environment with supervision around the clock. You’ll have access to therapy to address your substance use and any co-occurring disorders you may have. Co-occurring (dual diagnosis) disorders are things like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. It’s important to treat your underlying mental health issues because those issues often drive substance use.

During residential treatment, you’ll have individual and group therapy, including trauma-informed therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), narrative therapy and experiential therapy.

You’ll have a chance to exercise, do yoga and engage in equine therapy. They offer many other types of therapy that you may or may not use depending on your unique situation. If appropriate, your family may also be involved in some of your therapy. You’ll work on aftercare planning to continue your sober journey after you finish the program.

There’s also a PHP that’s a step down from inpatient care. Some patients go from the inpatient program to the PHP because it’s an intensive, structured program but you can live at home. You can also start in the PHP if you don’t need the full residential program. You’ll receive many of the same treatments you get in the inpatient program.

The center offers an IOP too. The IOP offers the most flexibility so you can attend daily therapy but still meet family and work commitments. You’ll have a supportive community and individualized treatment. The IOP also offers many other therapies, such as equine, art, and meditation.

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Jordan Arias
2 months ago on Google
5
Thank you First Steps, for all the love and encouragement throughout my sobriety recover journey. I am greatly indebted too all the amazing leaders from group facilitators LIKE BIG DOG Frankie, Ron, BIG BROTHER ZACK, too the one and only GABBY. And much more all across the board. I have learned that recovery does really take your firsts steps forward on the path of success. The skills and TOOLS that Ive learned has been life changing for my family and I to Prosper moving forward. With much love and gratitude thank you first steps for changing my life. For those seeking treatment you are not alone, there is the best help available here at first step. They are waiting for you! ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS TAKE YOUR (FIRST STEPS)
Vince
2 months ago on Google
5
Thank you first steps with helping my mind , body , and soul , all the staff are very special, continue on helping people and making the world a better place , thank you Amanda for also giving me the will power and strength you'll always have a special place in my heart, and thank you Gwen for your patience and kindness. Abby your also amazing more than words can explain, Richie , Eric , Mathew , Sarah , Devyon, and the women with the short wavy hair , your all amazing thanks again and god bless your lives 👏 ❤️ your body is truly the temple of god.
Response from the owner2 months ago
Hi! Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support our community and truly appreciate you taking the time to share this encouragement.
Michelle Hickerson
3 months ago on Google
5
I went into FSR Outpatient treatment not knowing what to expect, as I was going because I wanted to quit lying to my husband and be available for my elderly parents sober. What I found was a very caring, kind and empathetic group of people dedicated to my success, teaching me the tools necessary to live life on life's terms sober. All of the case managers and counselors were knowledgeable and they cared about helping me and those in recovery. However my case manager Sara was above and beyond amazing, I came into FSR for everyone in my family but me. Through Sara I not only learned the valuable tools necessary for my recovery, but Sara helped me love myself through this incredible journey. I am forever grateful that I made the decision of choosing FSR and working with such a wonderful team. Through Sara and the Team at FSR, I feel I have a strong foundation with the tools I need for a successful path forward in my recovery. Thank you FSR, Michelle
Response from the owner2 months ago
Thank you so much for sharing such kind words, Michelle! We’re so glad to hear that the team made such a meaningful impact and helped create a supportive, encouraging experience. Wishing you continued strength and success on the path ahead!

-GM
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Accepted Insurance

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First Steps Recovery works with several private insurance providers, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Clients receiving treatment at an outpatient rehab typically do not require hospitalization or intensive supervision and support. Outpatient addiction counseling and recovery education are often offered during the morning, evening, night, and weekend, allowing clients to tailor treatment to their own schedule. Partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs are the most time-intensive and are designed for clients who are at an increased relapse risk and/or who need more robust therapeutic support.

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.

Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) support a client's sustained sobriety as they exit detox or step down from an inpatient program. IOPs are also designed for clients who are at an elevated risk of relapse. Intensive outpatient treatment typically requires clients to engage in a minimum of nine hours of therapy per week, but clients may receive up to 20 therapeutic hours weekly. IOP treatment modalities often combine psychotherapy, recovery-focused life skills training, and medication assisted treatment (MAT).

Rehab aftercare programs offer clients in addiction recovery a robust continuum of care after clients have completed active treatment. These services address recovery as a life-long process and are designed to evolve with clients' changing needs. Clients may partner with their case managers and/or addiction recovery team to identify the rehab aftercare services that are right for them. They may receive career counseling, housing assistance, peer coaching, 12 step program induction, among many other services.

Participants engaged in 12 step programs receive intensive peer coaching (sponsorship) and community support. Spiritual development as a means of achieving psychological and emotional healing and growth is the cornerstone of 12 step recovery, but religious affiliations are not required. Meetings are free, anonymous, and open to the public, though specialized formats are available, including groups for seniors, teens, and family members. Evening, night, and day meetings are conducted year-round in most communities.

Sober living acts as a segue into real life after treatment. They are there to provide additional support to people who may be in a new city or state, or people who are just not yet comfortable living on their own in sobriety. Many sober living houses have rules and regulations that must be followed by their residents and often times these rules can help newly sober people establish healthy routines that nurture their recovery.

When an individual is in denial about their substance use disorder, their loved ones may organize a drug intervention in California. This effort involves gently but assertively confronting the individual about their substance use and sharing how it has affected those who care about them. A professional interventionist may also attend this gathering. Their expertise with intervention services can prove helpful in guiding the conversation to a positive result.

Commonly known as "day treatment," a partial hospitalization program (PHP) is an intensive form of outpatient treatment where clients meet during the day and return home in the evening. PHP treatment doesn't require 24-hour care and often serves as an alternative to inpatient hospitalization or a step-down after a residential program. With PHP treatment, you can receive daily support for 6 to 8 hours which includes evidence-based therapies and medication management. The cost of PHP treatment typically varies but averages 90 days.

During the first phase of recovery – detox – it is crucial to have 24-hour clinical care in California. This care provides constant monitoring in order to ensure your safely and comfort as you progress through the withdrawal process for drug or alcohol addiction. Licensed professionals prescribe medications to treat withdrawal symptoms and provide frequent monitoring to ensure your safely as addictive toxins leave your system.

When addicted, quitting your drug of choice suddenly can be dangerous. That's why experts agree a medically assisted detox is the safest way to remove addictive substances from the body. Usually done in an inpatient setting, your vitals signs and overall well being are consistently monitored and rechecked in order to keep you safe and ensure the detox is successful.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

Drug rehab in California teaches participants constructive ways to stay clean and sober. Treatment revolves around helping individuals stop using the substance they are addicted to and learn healthy habits to avoid relapse.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Clinical Services

Cognitive behavioral therapy in California is a method that therapists often use for the effective treatment of substance use disorders. It is based on the principle that substance abuse stems from unhelpful ways of thinking and patterns of behavior, which can be changed by helping the individual learn better ways of coping.

While participating in dialectical behavior therapy in California, you'll focus on four key areas of skill development: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Treatment includes weekly individual and group sessions.

Equine therapy, aka equine-assisted therapy (EAT), is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions and activities with horses. It does not necessarily involve riding horses, but all activities related to horses, such as feeding, grooming, haltering and leading them. A mental health professional frequently oversees the activities (often in conjunction with a horse professional), and helps patients process their thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns during and/or after the interaction.

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.

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.

Trauma therapy is a structured approach used by therapists to help you heal from a past traumatic event. Your therapist works with you to identify the traumatic memory and process the information so you experience emotional healing and a sense of safety and stability.

eye-movement iconEye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing

Family therapy offers a platform for members to have an open dialogue about the challenges that addiction has placed on the family unit. Through guided sessions, therapists can help families develop healthy communication skills and address unresolved issues. By working together toward a common goal, they help to support their loved one's sobriety.

While in rehab treatment, you may work on developing various life skills to help you in long term recovery. These may include resilience, interpersonal skills, and self awareness. The focus will be on developing healthy habits for self care and relationships so you have the skills you need to manage day to day life.

Recreational therapy is included in alcohol and drug addiction treatment to focus on engaging you in healthy activities that reduce your cravings and improve your overall health and well being. When you participate in group sports, art, or nature walks, you develop new interests and find a meaningful way to spend your time and reduce your cravings.

Substances can prevent the absorption of nutrients and cause damage to your body's systems. Nutrition therapy in California addresses the deficiencies in vitamins and minerals that are caused by substance abuse.

Art therapy is more than tossing paint on a canvas or doodling random shapes. Art therapy programs allow clients to use their creativity and imagination to make create art that expresses what they truly feel in a healthy and productive way. Through art, clients are able to expand the ways they communication in order to help convey what they truly are thinking and feeling in the present. Art therapy programs for addiction in clovis are especially helpful for those people who have underlying psychological issues such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. A great benefit of art therapy in drug treatment it that it allows an individual total freedom of self‐expression and is a more open form of communication in comparison to traditional talk therapy methods.

The use of experiential therapy can be helpful for the treatment of behavioral disorders, including drug and alcohol addiction. This method teaches you how to release negative emotions and cope with pain from the past. Activities such as art, music, and animal care are used to facilitate this process.

Amenities

  • car iconPrivate Transportation
  • spa2 iconYoga Studio
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private-room iconPrivate Rooms
  • hiking iconHiking
  • hiking-poles iconWalking Trails

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Josh Beauchaine, MS, LMFT 47103, CNDAI

Founder & President

Ben Beauchaine

COO

Scott Hongola, MS CPA

CFO

Sean Charters-MacChesney

CMO

Mike Ivemeyer, CADC-II / A052210221

Executive Director

Chris Monterosa

VP of Clinical Outreach

Paula Seals

Director of Provider Relations

Norris Curl, MD, Specialization: Internal Medicine, Dr.

Director of Medicine

Randall Turner, DO, Specialization: Psychiatry, Dr.

Director of Psychiatry

Accreditations

LegitScript has reviewed First Steps Recovery as part of their certification program, and has determined that it meets the LegitScript standards for legality, safety and transparency.

LegitScript verified in June 2024

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: California

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Rehab.com regularly reviews this listing for accuracy but changes may occur between updates. For the most up-to-date information, please contact First Steps Recovery.

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2121 Herndon Ave
Clovis, CA 93611

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Amar Bedi
5 days ago
5

I’m very grateful for the support I received at First Steps Recovery during my journey toward alcohol recovery. The staff were caring, respectful, and genuinely invested in helping me make positive changes in my life. The counselors were supportive and understanding, creating a safe environment where I could be honest about what I was going through without feeling judged. They provided guidance, encouragement, and practical tools that helped me better understand my recovery and stay focused on my goals. My case manager Rich was also extremely helpful, especially with coordinating services, answering questions, and helping me navigate the next steps in my recovery, also all the time and effort he put into helping me with my paperwork and was always available in person or on the phone. Having someone available to help with the practical side of treatment made the process much less overwhelming. Also want to extend my gratitude to Abbey my therapist for listening to me and providing me guidance. Thank you to all the staff at the inpatient side they were all so wonderful - techs, my counselor Brian and therapist Gaby and all the group facilitators. Overall, First Steps Recovery provided me with a supportive team and a welcoming environment when I needed it most, I would have not done it alone. I appreciate the staff, counselors, and case management team for their compassion, patience, and dedication. I would recommend First Steps Recovery to anyone looking for support on their path to recovery.

Response from the owner
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review of First Steps Recovery. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team, the support provided, and the welcoming environment. Your recommendation and encouragement mean a great deal to us.

-GM
Dustin Hargis
6 days ago
5

I was sober in the past. As a member of prominent support group I had achieved some long term recovery. Though over time I stopped participating and began to convince myself that it would be ok to drink a beer or two. It’s a common relapse story. I did not want to seek treatment, believing all I needed was my old support group. But I could not put down the bottle. I finally surrendered and walked through the doors of First Steps Recovery in Clovis. That decision saved my family, my career, and most definitely my life. For at that point I truly believe I was near the end of my rope. First Steps Recovery immediately got me the medical attention I needed to safely separate myself from alcohol. After 6 days in detox I went into a residential facility where I participated in therapy, counseling, addiction education, and recreational activities with other men that were battling addictions of their own. I benefited from the on site treatment as well as the support group meetings that First Steps took us to several times a week. Within the first two weeks I got a sponsor. It is incredible how my therapists, counselors, and my sponsor all seemed to be on the same page even though they often don’t communicate with each other. After residential I went through Partial Hospitalization Program(2 groups 5 days per week) and then onto Outpatient 5(1 group 5 days per week) and finally Outpatient 3(1 group 3 days per week). I found the group facilitators to be not only knowledgeable and helpful but also very compassionate and supportive. Many of them felt like friends by the time I left the program. I can’t say enough good things about my time at First Steps. I will finish with this. I began this journey with the goal of getting back the sobriety I once had. I have accomplished that and so much more! I’m not only back on track going to meetings and working the steps with a sponsor but I also have so much more insight into who I am, and who I want to be. Thanks to my Counselors Rich and Connor, and my Therapist Jimmy, and all the group facilitators. I love you all and I’ll always be grateful to First Steps Recovery!

Albert Garcia
3 weeks ago
5

I love first Steps recovery this is my second time around and its not because I didn't get the tools from the program but because I stopped applying the tools. This time around I would like to thank Sam my counselor for her help and raw honestly. And Andrew who in my psychosis answer my calls when I didn’t trust anyone! Andrew and Paula have been a light house and bridge to my life.The lead tech Daryll V. who is all by the books type of tech but once I sobered up he was honestly one of the most helpful person I experienced while being there. So thank you Daryll for being a follow the rules but being compassionate towards the clients

Response from the owner
Thank you for the honest and thoughtful review! We’re so glad First Steps continues to be a place where you can find support, accountability, and tools for recovery. Your kind words about the team’s guidance and compassion mean so much to us.

-GM
Patricia Marquina
1 month ago
5

My doctor referred me to FSR. I am so glad I went. Day one in detox I was welcomed, cloths washed and a nice bed assigned. Five days were hard but made it through. I went to out patient were my counselor, Sara suggested ways to change. From my counselor, therapist, doctor, and staff, I can't thank them enough. My life has change and I have peace, support, and love in my life. Anyone suffering from substance abuse disorder, I highly recommend First Step Recovery. Literally changed my life for the better.

Response from the owner
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt review! We’re so glad First Steps felt welcoming from day one and that the support, guidance, and care you received helped bring more peace into your life. Your recommendation means so much to us.

-GM
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