NC DWI Offense
NC DHHS DWI Services has approved telehealth services due to COVID-19. We are here to assist clients seeking services for a DWI infraction. In calculating a DWI or DUI, sometimes […]
Choosing outpatient substance use treatment
You have decided to seek treatment for alcohol and/or drug use. How do you choose the best program to meet your needs? Entering substance use treatment is a big commitment. […]
Do I have an alcohol or drug use problem?
How do we know when alcohol and/or drug use has become a problem for us? What is a substance use problem? Alcohol or drug problems arise when drinking or using […]
Overview of Services, Schedules, Programs
For a snapshot view of First Step Services, LLC, our substance use programs, services, methods of payment, etc. scroll through the following documents. Overview and reference guide Group overview […]
Substance use disorder – screening, referral and placement
Does someone you know need treatment for alcohol or drug use? Who do you rely on for accurate information regarding the best options? What type of treatment provides the best chances for long term, […]
NC DWI Process: Charge, conviction, restoration of license
What happens when I get a DWI? A police officer can stop your car at license check points or if the officer notices you do something the officer considers “suspicious.” […]
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 […]
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 […]