Youth and Family Services Counseling Center

Youth & Family Services (YFS) in Rapid City, South Dakota, provides specialized support for children, teens, and families, with a focus on serving low-income households, single-parent families, and Native American youth. The center addresses mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, domestic violence trauma, and substance use disorders. Through crisis intervention, case management, and Level 1 alcohol and drug treatment, YFS prioritizes care for vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, mothers with dependent children, and individuals facing severe addiction.
YFS offers a variety of evidence-based therapies designed to support healing and personal growth. These include trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), play therapy, equine therapy, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Therapy programs focus on helping children and families process trauma, develop coping skills, and strengthen relationships. Additional resources, such as mindfulness workshops, parenting classes, social skills groups for toddlers, and school-based counseling, provide ongoing support tailored to the needs of each individual.
YFS provides safe and structured environments for children and families through its state-licensed Child Development Center, after-school care, and Head Start programs. Infants and toddlers receive diapers, wipes, formula, and developmental screenings, while school-age children benefit from structured activities, outdoor play, and field trips. Families facing financial hardships can access discounted rates and Child Care Assistance, ensuring that every child has access to high-quality care and education.