About Behavior Management System – Hot Springs
West River Mental Health in Hot Springs, South Dakota, is a mental health and substance use disorder counseling center for people of all ages. You’ll find them on the east edge of town, near the World Fossil Finder Museum.
They’re a nonprofit that uses proven therapy methods in an office setting to bring relief from addictive habits and behaviors.
Depending on drugs or alcohol is often a coping mechanism for living with unresolved issues. For some, mental health disorders and the stress they add to life can lead to chemical dependency. At West River, they focus on identifying and resolving underlying issues. They also help you build resilience and equip you with healthy coping skills which resolves the need for substances.
Some issues they can help you with include anxiety, trauma, and depression. If you’re struggling with post traumatic stress disorder, they can help with that too. Their counselors are equipped to help you deal with grief and loss, as well as restore an accurate image of yourself if you have low self-esteem.
Women who are facing recovery from addiction can be referred to their nearby Full Circle live in treatment program for a higher level of care. This includes those who are pregnant or have young children. Children up to the age of 10 may be able to stay with their moms at the center. This makes recovery accessible to those with young children who don’t want to be separated.
