The Retreat

Weight Loss Clinic in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Call (605) 789-77675032 S Bur Oak Pl, Ste 110, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

About The Retreat

The Retreat in Sioux Falls takes a different approach to weight management by combining non-surgical body contouring treatments, weight loss support, and counseling in one setting. It's built for people who recognize that weight and body image aren't purely physical issues. The team addresses the emotional and psychological dimensions of the journey alongside the clinical and aesthetic ones.

The environment at The Retreat is intentionally calmer and more private than a typical clinic or gym. Clients often describe it as a place where they feel comfortable being honest about their struggles without judgment. The blend of body contouring technology, weight loss guidance, and mental health support is relatively uncommon in Sioux Falls, making The Retreat a distinct option for people whose needs go beyond what a standard weight loss program can address.

Services Offered

The Retreat offers a combination of services that address weight and body composition from multiple directions. Non-surgical body contouring treatments use technology to target specific areas of fat that don't respond to diet and exercise alone. These include treatments based on technologies like radiofrequency, cryolipolysis, and ultrasound that break down fat cells without surgery or downtime. Weight loss support services help clients develop the habits and routines that sustain results from contouring treatments and general weight reduction. This includes structured guidance on nutrition and activity alongside regular progress tracking. Counseling and mental health services are a core part of what makes The Retreat different. Therapists and counselors work with clients on emotional eating, body image concerns, self-esteem, and the psychological barriers that often undermine weight loss efforts. These sessions can be scheduled independently or as part of a coordinated care plan that integrates them with physical treatments. The team communicates across service lines so your physical and mental health work is aligned rather than siloed. Many clients find that addressing the psychological side of weight management unlocks progress they couldn't achieve through physical interventions alone.

Body Contouring

Weight Loss Centers

Counseling & Mental Health

Treatment Options

Non-Surgical Body Contouring

Technology-based treatments targeting specific areas of stubborn fat using methods like cryolipolysis or radiofrequency energy. These are non-invasive, require no recovery time, and are designed for clients near their goal weight who want to address particular areas that haven't responded to diet or exercise.

Multiple sessions over 2 to 4 months$300 to $800 per session

Weight Loss Support Counseling

Structured sessions with a counselor or therapist focused on the behavioral and emotional dimensions of weight management. Covers emotional eating triggers, self-image, motivation patterns, and the psychological barriers that tend to cause people to repeat the same cycles without lasting change.

Ongoing, weekly or biweekly sessions$100 to $175 per session

Integrated Wellness Program

A coordinated program combining body contouring treatments, weight loss guidance, and counseling into a single care plan. The team communicates across all service areas so your physical treatments and mental health work reinforce each other rather than operating in separate tracks.

3 to 6 months$500 to $1,200 per month

Body Image Counseling

Focused therapeutic sessions addressing body image concerns, self-esteem related to weight and appearance, and the emotional dimensions of pursuing physical change. Available as a standalone service or integrated with other treatments at The Retreat for clients who need dedicated support in this area.

8 to 16 sessions$100 to $175 per session

What to Expect

The process at The Retreat starts with a consultation that covers your goals, health history, and what aspects of your situation you most want to address. The team assesses whether you're a candidate for body contouring treatments, what weight loss support would be most useful, and whether counseling services might be relevant to your situation.

For clients pursuing contouring treatments, a body assessment maps the target areas and establishes a treatment plan including number of sessions and expected progression. Contouring sessions are typically spaced a few weeks apart to allow the body to process treated fat cells.

Clients working with counselors follow a separate but coordinated schedule of sessions. Progress on both the physical and emotional dimensions is tracked over time. The team holds check-ins to make sure the different services you're receiving are working together rather than independently. Most clients at The Retreat engage with two or more service areas simultaneously.

Why Choose The Retreat

The Retreat is worth considering if you've struggled with the emotional and psychological side of weight management as much as the physical side. A lot of programs assume the barrier is information or effort. The Retreat works from the understanding that for many people, it's something more complicated than that.

The body contouring component gives clients tools for areas where diet and exercise have limited direct effect. Non-surgical treatments have improved significantly and can produce visible results in targeted areas when clients are close to their overall weight goals.

The integrated care model is the most compelling reason to choose The Retreat specifically. Having weight loss support, contouring treatments, and counseling available through a team that communicates across service lines is a genuinely different experience than patching together services from multiple separate providers.

Insurance & Pricing

Body contouring treatments at The Retreat are typically not covered by insurance, as they're classified as cosmetic procedures. Counseling and mental health services may qualify for insurance coverage depending on your plan and the nature of the services provided. Check with your insurer about mental health benefits, including coverage for behavioral health support related to eating patterns or body image.

Pricing varies by service. Contouring treatment packages are typically sold in multi-session bundles. Counseling is generally billed per session. The Retreat can walk you through expected costs for your specific combination of services during the initial consultation.

First-Time Patient Tips

When you come in for your initial consultation, be open about all aspects of what you're looking for, including emotional and psychological concerns around weight and body image. The more complete the picture you give the team, the better they can design a program that actually addresses your situation.

If you're interested in body contouring treatments, understand that these work best as a complement to overall weight management rather than a replacement for it. Clients who are actively maintaining healthy habits see better and longer-lasting results from contouring than those who rely on treatment alone.

If counseling is part of your program, give it genuine engagement. The mental health work tends to be the part that produces the most lasting change for clients who've been through multiple weight loss attempts. It's easy to treat it as a secondary service, but for many clients it ends up being the most important part of their experience at The Retreat.

Pros & Cons

Advantages

The combination of body contouring, weight loss support, and counseling in one place is genuinely uncommon in the Sioux Falls market.
The mental health component addresses a dimension of weight management that purely physical programs consistently overlook.
The private, calm environment is specifically suited to clients who feel uncomfortable in gym or clinical settings.

Things to Consider

Body contouring treatments are not covered by insurance and represent a significant out-of-pocket investment.
Contouring treatments are most effective for people near their goal weight, making them unsuitable as a primary strategy for significant weight loss.

Service Area

The Retreat serves clients across the Sioux Falls area, including residents from surrounding communities who travel to the city for specialized wellness services. The clinic's combination of body contouring and mental health support is not widely available in smaller South Dakota communities, making it a destination for clients from a broader geographic range. The facility offers a private, comfortable setting appropriate for the nature of the services provided. Contact The Retreat directly to confirm current appointment availability.

Local Insight

Sioux Falls has grown into a regional healthcare destination for residents of South Dakota and neighboring states, and the wellness service market has expanded alongside that growth. The Retreat occupies a specific niche in that market, combining aesthetic body treatments with mental health support in a way that reflects how the conversation around weight has evolved. The city's residents increasingly look for wellness providers that treat weight as a whole-person issue rather than a purely physical one, and The Retreat's integrated model fits that shift.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is non-surgical body contouring and how does it work?

Non-surgical body contouring uses technologies like cryolipolysis, radiofrequency, or focused ultrasound to damage or destroy fat cells in targeted areas. The body gradually processes and eliminates those cells over the following weeks. Results are visible over time rather than immediately and are most pronounced in clients maintaining healthy habits.

Am I a good candidate for body contouring treatments?

Contouring is most effective for people who are at or near a healthy weight but have specific areas of stubborn fat that haven't responded to diet and exercise. It's not a weight loss procedure for people significantly above their goal weight. The team will assess your candidacy during the initial consultation.

Do the contouring results last permanently?

The fat cells treated are permanently eliminated, but the remaining fat cells in your body can still expand if you gain weight. Maintaining results long-term depends on sustaining healthy habits after treatment. Clients who continue to manage their weight keep contouring results significantly longer.

Is there any downtime after body contouring sessions?

Most non-surgical contouring treatments require no downtime. Some clients experience temporary redness, mild sensitivity, or slight swelling in treated areas, but these effects typically resolve within a day or two. You can generally return to normal activities immediately after a session.

Does The Retreat treat clinical mental health conditions?

Counseling at The Retreat is focused on the behavioral and emotional dimensions of weight management, including emotional eating, body image, and self-esteem. For clients with diagnosed mental health conditions requiring clinical treatment, a formal clinical referral may be more appropriate, and the team can help direct you to suitable resources.

Can I come to The Retreat just for counseling without using other services?

Yes. Counseling services are available as a standalone option. Many clients come specifically for emotional eating support or body image work without combining it with contouring treatments. The team will help you determine which services are most relevant to your goals during the initial consultation.

How many contouring sessions will I need?

The number of sessions depends on the treatment type, the areas being addressed, and your individual response to treatment. Most clients see meaningful results after a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart. The team will give you a realistic estimate during the body assessment that precedes treatment.

Is the environment appropriate if I feel self-conscious about my body?

Yes. The Retreat's environment is specifically designed with privacy and comfort in mind. The staff is experienced working with clients who carry significant emotional weight around body image, and the setting reflects that. Many clients describe it as the first wellness environment where they felt genuinely comfortable.