First Steps Recovery True North Detox LLC

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About First Steps Recovery True North Detox LLC

First Steps Recovery True North Detox LLC is a drug rehab and alcohol detox center located at 2121 Herndon Ave in Clovis, California, serving residents of Clovis, Fresno County, and Sacramento. Accredited by the Joint Commission and certified by LegitScript, the facility operates around the clock and is led by Medical Director Dr. Belis Aladag, MD, MPH, FASAM — a fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine — alongside Dr. Randall Turner, DO, who covers psychiatry and addiction medicine. That physician infrastructure is what separates a medically supervised detox program from less clinically intensive options.

The continuum of care at First Steps Recovery runs from Medical Detox and Residential Treatment through a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and an Online PHP/IOP option for clients who need flexible access to structured programming. Medical detox is the entry point for individuals withdrawing from alcohol, opioids, fentanyl, heroin, benzodiazepines, methamphetamine, amphetamines, cocaine, and kratom — a breadth of substances that reflects the clinical complexity the team is equipped to manage. Residential treatment follows detox for clients who need continued 24-hour support before stepping down.

Clinical programming draws on a wide range of therapy modalities confirmed at the facility, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, Brainspotting Therapy, Equine Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Experiential Therapy, among others. Co-occurring mental health conditions — including PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, and personality disorders — are addressed alongside substance use, which matters for clients whose withdrawal picture is complicated by psychiatric history. Inpatient clinical directors hold LMFT, LAADC, LCSW, and LAADC credentials, while outpatient clinical oversight is maintained by a licensed clinical social work associate.

First Steps Recovery serves men, women, veterans, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community across its inpatient and outpatient programs. A dedicated veteran therapist on staff — Jimmy Maldonado, AMFT — reflects a specific commitment to that population rather than a generic checkbox. For families or individuals facing a same-day detox decision in the Central Valley or Sacramento area, the facility’s 24-hour operation, Joint Commission accreditation, and FASAM-credentialed medical director provide a clinically credible starting point.

Medical Director holds FASAM board certification in addiction medicine — a credential specific to addiction treatment physicians
Joint Commission accreditation and LegitScript certification provide independent clinical and marketing compliance verification
Detox coverage spans alcohol, opioids, fentanyl, heroin, benzodiazepines, methamphetamine, amphetamines, cocaine, and kratom under one roof
Dedicated veteran therapist on staff for active-duty and veteran clients entering detox or residential treatment
Continuum from inpatient medical detox through online PHP/IOP allows clinical step-down without switching providers

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care: Medical Detox Residential Treatment Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Online PHP/IOP
Conditions: Alcohol Amphetamines Benzodiazepines Cocaine Kratom Heroin Opioids Fentanyl Methamphetamine Anxiety ADHD/ADD Bipolar Disorder Depression OCD Eating Disorders Personality Disorders Schizophrenia PTSD/Trauma Co-occurring mental health conditions
Methods: Individual Therapy Group Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Trauma Informed Therapy Family Systems Therapy Brainspotting Therapy Experiential Therapy Equine Therapy Recreation Therapy Physical Therapy Mindfulness Therapy
Populations: Men Women Veterans LGBTQIA+ community

Location

Where it is

2121 Herndon AveCalifornia 93611 Get directions

Medical Detox & Withdrawal Management in Clovis, CA

First Steps Recovery True North Detox LLC provides medically supervised detox for a broad range of substances including alcohol, opioids, fentanyl, heroin, benzodiazepines, methamphetamine, amphetamines, cocaine, and kratom. The program runs 24 hours a day, with physician oversight provided by Medical Director Dr. Belis Aladag, MD, MPH, FASAM, and addiction medicine psychiatrist Dr. Randall Turner, DO. FASAM fellowship — the specialty board credential for addiction medicine — signals a level of clinical focus that goes beyond general practice oversight of a detox unit.

For individuals or families in Fresno County or Sacramento researching same-day or next-day detox placement, the facility's around-the-clock availability and Joint Commission accreditation are material factors. Withdrawal from alcohol, benzodiazepines, and opioids can involve serious medical complications, and the physician staffing model here is built for that clinical reality. Inpatient detox at this location feeds directly into residential treatment, eliminating a transition gap that often derails early recovery.

Levels of Care: From Inpatient Detox to Online Outpatient

The care continuum at First Steps Recovery spans five distinct levels: Medical Detox, Residential Treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and Online PHP/IOP. That range allows the clinical team to match program intensity to each client's medical and psychiatric status rather than defaulting to a one-size model. Clients completing inpatient detox can step directly into residential treatment on the same campus before transitioning to PHP or IOP as stability improves.

The Online PHP/IOP option extends access to structured programming for clients in the broader service area — including Sacramento — who cannot relocate for residential care but require more clinical support than standard outpatient provides. Inpatient clinical direction is handled by Julianne Piascik, LMFT, LAADC, and Kelly Devine, LCSW, LAADC, while Colleen Sea, ASW, oversees outpatient clinical operations. That division of clinical leadership by program level reflects an organizational structure oriented toward sustained supervision across the full continuum.

Co-Occurring Mental Health Treatment Alongside Detox

First Steps Recovery treats co-occurring mental health conditions including PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and ADHD alongside substance use disorders. Dr. Randall Turner, DO, covers both psychiatry and addiction medicine — a dual focus that is particularly relevant for clients whose withdrawal is complicated by underlying psychiatric diagnoses. Separating detox from mental health treatment in that population often produces incomplete outcomes; integrating them under one clinical team reduces that risk.

Therapeutic modalities confirmed at the facility include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, Brainspotting Therapy, Equine Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy, among others. The presence of Brainspotting — a less common trauma-focused modality — alongside standard CBT and DBT suggests a clinical philosophy oriented toward trauma processing as part of withdrawal and early recovery stabilization.

Who First Steps Recovery Serves

The facility explicitly serves men, women, veterans, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. For veterans, the program goes beyond a population checkbox: Jimmy Maldonado, AMFT, is on staff specifically as a veteran therapist, providing a named clinical contact for that group navigating detox or residential treatment. A peer recovery specialist, Jose Barbosa, also works within the team — a role that carries distinct value in the early days after medically supervised detox when peer experience with withdrawal and early sobriety is clinically relevant.

First Steps Recovery's primary service area covers Clovis, Fresno County, and Sacramento, placing it within reach of a substantial Central Valley population and extending its outpatient and online programming footprint northward. For families researching detox options across that geography, the combination of Joint Commission accreditation, 24-hour operation, FASAM medical direction, and a full step-down continuum makes First Steps Recovery a verifiable, clinically grounded option at the inpatient end of the care spectrum.

After Care

Continuing support

Alumni Program

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Accreditations: Joint Commission LegitScript

Common questions

FAQs About First Steps Recovery True North Detox LLC

Does First Steps Recovery offer medical detox with 24-hour supervision? +

Yes. First Steps Recovery True North Detox LLC provides medical detox and operates 24 hours a day. The program is overseen by Medical Director Dr. Belis Aladag, MD, MPH, FASAM, a board-certified addiction medicine specialist, alongside Dr. Randall Turner, DO, who covers psychiatry and addiction medicine. That physician staffing supports around-the-clock withdrawal management.

What substances does the detox program treat? +

The facility's confirmed conditions treated include alcohol, opioids, fentanyl, heroin, benzodiazepines, methamphetamine, amphetamines, cocaine, and kratom. Clients with co-occurring mental health conditions — including PTSD, depression, and bipolar disorder — are also treated alongside their substance use disorder.

What levels of care are available after medical detox? +

After medical detox, clients can transition into Residential Treatment, a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), or an Online PHP/IOP. This full continuum allows clinical step-down within the same provider network without requiring a separate facility transfer.

Is First Steps Recovery accredited? +

Yes. First Steps Recovery holds Joint Commission accreditation and LegitScript certification. Joint Commission accreditation is an independent clinical quality designation that requires facilities to meet established standards for care delivery and patient safety.

Does the facility have specific programming for veterans? +

Yes. First Steps Recovery lists veterans as a population served and has Jimmy Maldonado, AMFT, on staff in a dedicated veteran therapist role. Veterans seeking medically supervised detox or residential treatment can request access to that specialized clinical support.

Does First Steps Recovery treat co-occurring mental health conditions during detox? +

Yes. The facility treats co-occurring conditions including PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and ADHD alongside substance use. Dr. Randall Turner, DO, holds credentials in both psychiatry and addiction medicine, supporting integrated assessment and treatment from the detox phase forward.

Where is First Steps Recovery located and what areas does it serve? +

The facility is located at 2121 Herndon Ave in Clovis, California (Fresno County, zip 93611). Its confirmed service area includes Clovis, Fresno County, and Sacramento. The Online PHP/IOP option extends structured programming access to clients in Sacramento and surrounding areas who cannot attend in person.

Is the facility open on weekends and holidays for detox admissions? +

First Steps Recovery is confirmed to operate 24 hours a day. Individuals or family members researching detox placement can contact the facility at (877) 510-3390 at any hour for admission information.

What therapy approaches are used in residential treatment and outpatient programs? +

Confirmed therapeutic modalities at the facility include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, Brainspotting Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Equine Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. Individual therapy and group therapy are also offered.

Does First Steps Recovery offer online treatment options? +

Yes. The facility offers an Online PHP/IOP, which provides partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programming in a remote format. This option serves clients in the broader service area — including Sacramento — who need structured clinical programming but cannot participate in an inpatient or on-site program.