First Step Services LLC

First Step Services provides two distinct levels of outpatient care designed to meet clients at different points in their recovery journey. The intensive outpatient program (IOP) offers structured treatment while allowing participants to maintain work, family, and community commitments. Standard outpatient programs provide ongoing support and counseling for those ready for less intensive but consistent care.

Both programs begin with comprehensive substance abuse assessments and mental health evaluations, ensuring appropriate placement and treatment planning. The center's dual-diagnosis approach recognizes that sustainable recovery often requires addressing both substance use and underlying mental health conditions simultaneously.

Since 2001, First Step has built strong ties within Cary's recovery ecosystem, serving clients throughout Wake County and across North Carolina. The center's outpatient aftercare treatment program creates pathways for ongoing support as clients progress through different recovery phases.

The facility's focus on professionals and court-ordered clients reflects an understanding of specialized recovery needs. Whether navigating professional licensing requirements or legal obligations, First Step provides treatment that acknowledges these real-world considerations while maintaining focus on long-term sobriety goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) forms the foundation of First Step's therapeutic approach, helping clients develop practical skills for managing triggers and maintaining sobriety. The center combines this clinical method with comprehensive substance use counseling and mental health services.

Facility features include telehealth services for increased accessibility, urinalysis screening for accountability, and a patient portal for streamlined communication. Operating Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, the center provides consistent structure while accommodating work and family schedules essential for community-based recovery.

First Step removes financial barriers to addiction treatment through diverse payment options including private insurance, state insurance, sliding scale fees, and self-pay arrangements. The center's policy of no upfront or enrollment fees ensures immediate access to treatment when clients are ready to begin their recovery journey.

CARF accreditation demonstrates the facility's commitment to quality standards in addiction treatment and recovery services. This certification, combined with over twenty years of community service, positions First Step as a trusted long-term recovery partner for individuals and families throughout North Carolina.