More Than a Treatment Program

At Buffalo Plains Recovery, we recognize that addiction affects every facet of your life. That’s why our holistic therapies work hand-in-hand with evidence-based clinical care to treat the entire person, not just the symptoms. From creative expression and movement to profound connections with animals and the natural world, every experience we offer is designed to meaningfully support your unique journey.

Holistic addiction treatment doesn’t replace clinical work, it deepens it. By addressing the root causes of substance use disorders alongside physical and emotional healing, recovery becomes an authentic, lived experience rather than just a program you complete.

What is Holistic Treatment for Addiction?

Holistic addiction treatment is a whole person approach to addiction recovery that supports physical health, emotional balance, spiritual health, and self awareness alongside traditional treatments. Rather than focusing on substance use alone, holistic treatment programs help you understand yourself more fully, manage stress in healthy ways, and develop the lifestyle changes needed for long term recovery.

Who Can Benefit from Holistic Therapies?

People Healing from Trauma

If unresolved trauma or PTSD drives your substance use, non-verbal modalities like equine and art therapy provide safe, powerful pathways to process emotional pain without forcing you to talk through it right away.

Those Struggling with Chronic Relapse

If you have tried traditional rehab before but find yourself relapsing, holistic care targets the underlying gaps in your recovery, like nervous system dysregulation, to give you stronger coping mechanisms.

People With Dual Diagnosis

If you experience high stress, anxiety, or depression alongside substance use, holistic therapies work hand-in-hand with clinical psychology to restore emotional balance and improve mental health.

Those Feeling Isolated

Addiction thrives in isolation. Our program is built for individuals who want to actively rebuild a sense of connection to themselves, a supportive community, and the physical world.

Individuals Rebuilding Health

Long-term substance use takes a heavy toll on the body. Holistic treatments benefit those who need structured physical activity, outdoor recreation, and a focus on somatic (body-based) healing to restore their energy and strength.

Those Needing More Than Talk Therapy

Sitting on a therapy couch isn’t the only way to heal. If you process emotions better through creative expression, hands-on experiences, or being out in nature, a holistic framework is the ideal fit.

Recovery That Goes Beyond the Surface

You deserve care that treats every part of who you are. Reach out today to learn how our holistic treatment program in South Dakota can support your recovery journey.

What to Expect During the Detox Process at Buffalo Plains Recovery

Healing happens inside and outside the therapy room. Our integrated approach blends traditional medical treatment with evidence-backed therapies designed to restore your mind and body. Our holistic programs include but are not limited to the following.

Equine Therapy

Working alongside horses offers something that can’t happen in a traditional therapy room. Equine therapy builds trust, emotional regulation, and self awareness in ways that support long term recovery, particularly for those healing from trauma.

Art Therapy

Art therapy gives you a way to express and process emotions that are difficult to put into words. Through creative work, you begin to access and understand the emotional aspects of addiction in a supported, structured setting.

Movement and the Outdoors

Three times a week you’ll have access to the gym, and our location near the Black Hills means hiking is part of the experience too. Physical activity and time in nature are proven tools for managing stress, lifting mood, and supporting whole person healing during addiction recovery.

Group and Individual Sessions

Structured group therapy and individual sessions form the clinical core of your time here. Group work builds community and shared accountability. Individual sessions give you dedicated space to go deeper with your own treatment plan.

Community Connection

Volunteering at the local Humane Society is part of what makes Buffalo Plains different. Giving back builds purpose, routine, and connection, all of which are essential to maintaining recovery beyond treatment.

Spiritual Practices

On an occasional basis, patients have the opportunity to participate in Inipi, a traditional sweat lodge ceremony. This experience supports the spiritual health dimension of holistic healing for those who feel called to it.

Take The Next Step

Taking the first step toward holistic addiction treatment in South Dakota is simpler than it might feel right now. Here’s what to expect when you reach out to Buffalo Plains Recovery.

Reach Out

Call or contact us anytime. Our team understands the urgency of this moment and is ready to respond with compassion, not judgment.

Insurance and Payment

We’ll verify your coverage and walk you through your options, including creative payment arrangements if needed, so cost doesn’t stand between you and care.

Pre-Assessment

We’ll have a brief conversation to understand your history, your needs, and what level of care is the right fit for you.

Admission

 In some cases, same-day admissions may be available. From your first phone call, our team is focused on getting you here safely and quickly.

Begin Your Recovery

Once you arrive, you become part of a community built around whole person healing. We have the energy to fight this thing when you don’t.

Frequently Asked Questions About Holistic Treatments in Rehab

Holistic addiction treatment is a whole person approach to recovery that addresses the mind, body, and spirit alongside clinical care. Rather than focusing on substance use alone, holistic treatment programs help you build self awareness, manage stress, and develop the lifestyle changes needed for long term recovery.

Our holistic addiction treatment program includes, but is not limited to, equine therapy, art therapy, hiking in the Black Hills, gym access three times a week, and community service through local volunteer opportunities. These types of experiences work alongside individual and group therapy to support your whole person healing.

Yes. Many holistic therapies, including equine therapy and art therapy, are supported by research as effective tools for treating substance use disorders, particularly for those healing from trauma. At Buffalo Plains, holistic approaches complement rather than replace evidence based clinical care.

Holistic therapies are especially effective for people whose substance use is connected to unresolved trauma. Modalities like equine therapy and art therapy offer non-verbal pathways to process painful experiences, supporting emotional regulation and long term recovery in ways that traditional talk therapy alone may not reach.

Because our holistic therapies are fully integrated into our standard clinical programs rather than billed as separate tracks, they are covered under your primary treatment plan. We work with most major private insurance providers as well as South Dakota Medicaid. Contact our admissions team, and we will happily verify your benefits before your first day.

Your treatment plan is built around your individual needs and comfort level. Some holistic offerings are part of the regular program schedule while others are occasional. Your care team will work with you to identify which experiences are the right fit for your recovery journey.