
Mental Health Services & Therapies
Why Try Mental Health Treatment?

In 2021-2022, almost 33% of South Dakotans ages 18-25 received mental health services. Counseling and therapy are essential for treating and living with behavioral health conditions. But when you look at the overall benefits, they go beyond helping those with a diagnosed condition.
Mental health treatment is a way for anyone to heal and grow, helping you:
- Develop better coping skills and self-understanding
- Be aware of your own patterns and behaviors
- Learn about yourself and develop new skills
- Process trauma or past experiences
- Improve your relationships
- Deal with difficult life events like grief, loss of a job, divorce or illness
Mental Health Services
Mental health services are not one size fits all, and they can help anyone boost their wellbeing. Many providers tailor their approach based on their patient’s specific needs, pulling from a broad range of treatment options. Even if you’ve tried mental health services before or didn’t like your experience, it’s worth giving it another chance.
Counseling
Medication
Psychotherapy
Peer & Group Support
Holistic Therapies
Ready to Get Started?
- Connect with a provider to schedule an appointment.
- Consider journaling. It can help you track moods and thoughts leading up to your session.
- Bring questions. Ask about things like insurance or what signs of progress might look like.
- Be open. Be honest about your goals, emotions and what you’re hoping to get out of therapy.
- Have realistic expectations. Your first session won’t solve everything – it’s just one step on your journey.
Common Misconceptions
Counseling can be what you want it to be. But let’s set the record straight on what it’s not.
Myth
“Therapists don’t help solve your problems.”
Fact
A therapist may not solve all your problems, but they can teach you how to solve or cope with them yourself using a set of tools and strategies.
Myth
“It’s expensive.”
Fact
Mental health care is health care. A variety of funding options are also available through Community Mental Health Centers to individuals who are assessed as needing treatment services. Funding options include:
- Insurance
- Private pay
- Other third-party payers
- A combination of state and federal funding
- Medicaid
Myth
“Therapy is only for people with diagnosed mental health disorders.”
Fact
While those living with a mental condition certainly benefit from therapy, it can be for anyone wanting to improve their mental health, cope with life or improve their relationships.
Myth
“If I have a substance use disorder, I just need detox.”
Fact
For some, that may be true. But for many living with a substance use disorder, underlying issues or co-occurring mental health disorders often contribute. Therapy can help with what’s under the surface.
Myth
“You have to go to therapy forever.”
Fact
You can dictate the length of your therapy journey. Even short-term counseling yields long-term benefits.
Myth
“Everyone will know I’m seeing a therapist.”
Fact
Therapists and counselors abide by strict confidentiality rules. Your privacy is protected by law, and confidentiality is only broken if someone’s life is in danger.
Myth
“Therapy is a sign of weakness.”
Fact
Going to therapy means you’re serious about strengthening your mental health. That’s the opposite of weakness.
Find mental health treatment in South Dakota
Recovery is possible, and treatment works. Professional providers are available across South Dakota using our interactive map. This directory provides information on mental health & substance use treatment services. Enter an address, city or county below to find services near you.
Brookings Behavioral Health & Wellness
211 4th Street Brookings, SD 57006
Capital Area Counseling Services, Inc.
2001 Eastgate Ave., Pierre, SD 57501
Community Counseling Services
357 Kansas Ave, SE, Huron, SD 57350
Dakota Counseling Institute
910 West Havens, Mitchell, SD 57301
Dakota Counseling Institute
123 W. First Avenue, Mitchell, SD 57301
Human Service Agency - Serenity Hills
119 19th St NE, Watertown, SD 57201
Human Service Agency
301 1st Ave E, Sisseton, SD 57262
Human Services Agency
123 19th St NE, Watertown, SD 57201
Human Services Agency
221 S Main St, Suite 2, Milbank, SD 57252
Lewis & Clark Behavioral Health Services
3111 Shirley Bridge Ave, Yankton, SD 57078
Northeastern Mental Health Center
14 South Main Street, Suite 1E, Aberdeen, SD 57401
Northeastern Mental Health Center
101 W 11th Ave, Webster, SD 57274
Northeastern Mental Health Center
1005 W 1st St, Redfield, SD 57469
Southern Plains Behavioral Health Services
500 E 9th St. Winner, SD 57580
Southern Plains Behavioral Health Services
513 Main St, Gregory, SD 57533
Southern Plains Behavioral Health Services
153 S Main St, Mission, SD 57555
Southern Plains Behavioral Health Services
514 3rd St, White River, SD 57579
Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare
600 S Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare
2000 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Three Rivers MH/CD Center
11 4th St E, Lemmon, SD 57638
Three Rivers MH/CD Center
711 Main Street, Timber Lake, SD 57656
West River Mental Health
350 Elk Street, Rapid City, SD 57701
West River Mental Health
3 Canyon View Cir, Hot Springs, SD 57747
West River Mental Health
111 North St, Rapid City, SD 57701
West River Mental Health
623 Dahl Road, Spearfish, SD 57783
West River Mental Health - Pivot Point
308 Quincy St, Rapid City, SD 57701
