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Strength Through Uncertainty: Building Resilience in Challenging Times
Uncertainty is a part of life. Whether it’s navigating career challenges, personal struggles, or global events, life is often unpredictable. But here’s the encouraging truth—while you may not be able

Professional Profile
Professional Profile in Attorney At Law Magazine First Step Services has been profiled in Attorney at Law Magazine. Make Better Choices People convicted of a NC DWI are required by

Substance Abuse Assessments
Do you or someone you care about have a concern about your alcohol or drug use? In an effort to better serve our communities, First Step provides substance abuse assessments to

A Brief History of First Step Services LLC
First Step was originated by Henry Tarkington in 2001, in Garner, NC as a single-therapist practice, as “Henry Tarkington, MSW”. In early 2002, “1st Step Substance Abuse & DWI Services,” the company’s

Not ready for substance abuse treatment?
It seems impossible to convince the necessity of it to someone who is not ready for substance abuse treatment. Research shows it could take 5 – 6 treatments to help a

Substance Abuse: Recovery & Responsibility
Have you ever had the feeling that addicts act like they are still adolescents or children? Do you wonder why they are often unable to fulfill normal adult responsibilities? The

Using health insurance and Medicare for alcohol, drug rehab and substance abuse treatment.
Using health insurance: 1. During the phone call for the initial appointment, have your health insurance information available. 2. Bring your Health Insurance card to the initial appointment. Information on