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Drug & alcohol rehab centers in Houston, TX

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120 treatment centers in and around Houston, reviewed against accreditation and licensing standards. Filter by level of care, what you can pay, and who the program is built for. Below the listings: what rehab costs here, how to pay for it, and a note from one of our experts.

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	Career and Recovery Resources	2525 San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77002 Career and Recovery Resources’ headquarters is located in Houston, Texas, and is a nonprofit treatment center that’s been helping individuals find employment and fight mental health and substance abuse disorders. The facility accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, self pay, TRICARE and ATR vouchers. A Community Lifeline in Houston The core programs at their HQ is their employment services, which provides…	Outpatient	Medicaid
	Into Action Recovery Centers	17250 El Camino Real, Houston, TX 77058 Into Action Recovery Centers is a drug and alcohol rehab in Houston, Texas, providing comprehensive care for adults living with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Located on El Camino Real in the Clear Lake/Webster area, this site is part of a multi-building Houston campus offering medical detox, residential treatment, PHP, IOP and extended care. The program blends…	Outpatient	Private insurance
	Into Action Recovery Center Residential	17250 El Camino Real, Houston, TX 77058 Into Action Recovery Centers offer residential homes in Houston, Texas, for individuals who are looking to start a new life from substance abuse and mental health disorders. The facility offers 48 beds that provide a safe space to help patients through their journey of recovery. It’s not too far from the Houston Space Center. They accept most private insurance plans…	Detox Inpatient	Private insurance
	Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC) Houston	3043 Gessner Road, Houston, TX 77063 Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC) provides substance abuse and mental health treatment for adolescents and adults. They’re based in a suburban, but private, corner of Houston, Texas. The facility is conveniently close to the George Bush Intercontinental Airport and the William P. Hobby Airport for clients traveling to treatment. Flexible Programming for 1.5 Months PaRC offers intensive outpatient treatment at…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	The Council on Recovery	303 Jackson Hill Street, Houston, TX 77007 The Council on Recovery is a nonprofit that helps adults with prevention, education, and treatment for alcoholism or substance misuse. You'll find one of their sites in metropolitan Houston, Texas. It’s close to Cleveland Park and Granger Stadium. Signing Up for Outpatient Care Their outpatient program consists of therapeutic counseling options. This gives options to work on yourself privately or…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
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	The Right Step \| Houston	12350 Wood Bayou Dr, Houston, TX 77013 The Right Step Houston stands on the belief that they can help their community overcome the difficult struggles of substance misuse and co-occurring mental health conditions. This CARF-accredited facility is located in Houston, Texas, and has a variety of treatment options and levels of care to help their clients. Some of the levels of care include medically monitored detox, residential…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Symetria - Houston Outpatient Rehab	17347 Village Green Dr Suite 104, Houston, TX 77040 You’ll find Symetria - Houston Outpatient Rehab in Houston, Texas. This outpatient rehab facility helps individuals who are experiencing mental health and substance use disorders. The CARF-accredited facility is LegitScript certified. They accept most private insurance plans, Medicare and self payment. They also offer financial assistance for low income individuals. Outpatient Programs Symetria Recovery offers different programs for each step…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Positive Recovery Centers - Addiction Treatment in Montrose	902 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77006 As one of over 20 locations, Positive Recovery Centers Addiction Treatment facility in Montrose is in Houston, Texas. Clients of all ages can access comprehensive and accredited drug rehab support services in an outpatient setting. Self-pay and various insurance options are accepted. A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) for Substance Abuse in Harris County PHP is an ideal option for individuals…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Taylor Recovery Addiction Treatment Center on Lavender	5711 Lavender St, Houston, TX 77026 Taylor Recovery boasts several luxury addiction treatment locations around Texas. As one of a couple of their facilities in Houston, this particular facility can be found in the heart of the metropolis. Here, adult clients can enjoy comfortable sober living arrangements and accredited care. Various insurance options are accepted. Comfortable & Luxurious Sober Living in Houston Enjoy comfort while you…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Bay Area Recovery Center – Alcohol and Drug Rehab Houston	1100 Hercules Ave #130, Houston, TX 77058 Bay Area Recovery Centers - Alcohol and Drug Rehab in Houston, Texas, can be found near League city, Clear Lake, and Highway 45. Support is available to clients of all ages, and the center’s approach is one of holistic care. Treatment services are available for all levels of care, including detox as well as short and long-term inpatient programming. Various…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Gateway to Sobriety	7445 Park Place Boulevard, Houston, TX 77087 Gateway to Sobriety is an addiction treatment center in Houston, Texas offering whole person care for adults recovering from drug and alcohol use. The program features a structured continuum that includes residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, and aftercare planning with attention to environmental and lifestyle as well as health and psychological factors. What kinds of addiction treatment are offered? Gateway…	Inpatient Outpatient
	Cenikor Odyssey House	5629 Grapevine Street, Houston, TX 77085 Cenikor Odyssey House is an adolescent addiction treatment center in Houston, Texas dedicated exclusively to teens struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions. The program offers residential treatment, outpatient services and aftercare support, all within a nonprofit continuum of care. Families often appreciate the professional staff, strong supervision and the program's focus on helping teens reset both mentally…	Inpatient Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	The Center for Success and Independence	3722 Pinemont Drive, Houston, TX 77018 The Center for Success and Independence, in Houston, Texas, Is a 12 step focused dual diagnosis care center for adolescents between the ages of 12 and 17 with co-occurring addiction and mental illness. They offer long term residential programming and intensive outpatient (IOP), general outpatient (OP), and aftercare programming. Their programs are based on the Matrix Model and combine DBT,…	Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Cypress Creek Hospital	17750 Cali Drive, Houston, TX 77090 Cypress Creek Hospital is a Joint Commission accredited behavioral health hospital in Houston, Texas providing inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and addiction care for adolescents and adults. The hospital offers a full continuum that includes detox and inpatient stabilization, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programming for mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders. For more than 25 years, Cypress Creek has…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital	2801 North Gessner Road, Houston, TX 77080 Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is a psychiatric and addiction treatment center in Houston, Texas providing comprehensive behavioral health care for adults and adolescents. The hospital offers inpatient psychiatric care, Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs as well as general outpatient services for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. What addiction treatment programs are available? Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital…	Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center	2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030 Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center is the main campus of VA Houston Health Care, offering Veterans comprehensive addiction and substance use treatment in Houston's Texas Medical Center area. Through its substance disorders treatment program, the facility provides outpatient care for drug and alcohol use disorders using evidence based therapies, medication management and structured recovery groups. The program is rooted…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	The Montrose Center	401 Branard Street, Houston, TX 77006 The Montrose Center is a Houston based LGBTQIA+ community center and behavioral health provider offering substance use recovery services alongside counseling, case management and HIV related care. Its addiction programs combine licensed outpatient therapy, peer recovery coaching and psychiatric consultation to support teens and adults navigating substance use, trauma and co-occurring mental health conditions. The center is built around affirming…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	New Dimensions Day Treatment Center Clear Lake	1345 Space Park Drive Suite C, Houston, TX 77058 New Dimensions Day Treatment Center Clear Lake is an outpatient addiction treatment and mental health program in Houston, Texas serving adolescents and adults across the Greater Houston and Bay Area communities. The center offers partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient, outpatient and telehealth services for substance use, dual diagnosis and psychiatric concerns. Established in 1991, New Dimensions blends evidence based therapy…	Inpatient Outpatient	Private insurance
	Phoenix House of Texas Houston Counseling Center	2525 North Loop West Suite 100, Houston, TX 77008 Phoenix House of Texas Houston Counseling Center is a provider offering substance use and co-occurring mental health services in Houston, Texas. The center supports men, women and young adults through counseling, with specific approaches including CBT, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention and the Matrix Model. Rooted in a prevention-first mission, Phoenix House of Texas aims to strengthen individuals, families and communities…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Positive Recovery Center Clear Lake	1120 East Nasa Parkway Ste 300, Houston, TX 77058 Positive Recovery Center Clear Lake is an outpatient drug and alcohol rehab in Houston, Texas providing structured substance use treatment for adults in the Clear Lake community. The center offers partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient, supportive outpatient and aftercare services. As part of the Positive Recovery Centers network, the program blends evidence based addiction treatment with a positive recovery model…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Positive Recovery Centers Memorial/Spring Branch	14825 Saint Marys Lane # 122, Houston, TX 77079 Positive Recovery Centers Memorial/Spring Branch is an outpatient drug and alcohol rehab in Houston, Texas offering a full continuum of outpatient care for adults working toward lasting recovery from substance use disorders. The program blends evidence based addiction treatment with a positive psychology model designed to build hope, resilience, and long term wellness. Addiction Treatment With Family Workshops Clients typically…	Outpatient	Medicaid Private insurance
	Positive Recovery Center Garden Oaks	513 Thornton Road, Houston, TX 77018 Positive Recovery Center Garden Oaks is a drug and alcohol rehab in Houston, Texas offering residential addiction treatment with access to medical detox for adults living with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions. Located in the Garden Oaks and North Loop area, the program blends evidence based care with positive psychology to support lasting recovery. Addiction Treatment Programs Treatment…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient	Medicaid
	Santa Maria Hostel Bonita House	2605 Parker Road, Houston, TX 77093 Santa Maria Hostel Bonita House is a women's addiction treatment center in Houston, Texas offering residential and outpatient substance use disorder care through a nonprofit, family centered model. The program provides trauma informed treatment, recovery housing and wraparound support designed specifically for women, including mothers who want to stay connected to their children during recovery. Clients often share appreciation for…	Detox Inpatient Outpatient Women	Medicaid
	Texas Clinic Westview	1416 B Campbell Rd, #200, Houston, TX 77055 Texas Clinic Westview is an outpatient addiction treatment center in Houston, Texas offering medication assisted treatment and counseling for adults living with opioid and alcohol dependence. As the original Texas Clinic location founded in 1984, the Spring Branch facility combines evidence based medications with supportive counseling and early morning dispensing hours designed around clients' work schedules. Reviewers frequently praise the…	Detox Outpatient
	The Texas House	2208 West 34th Street, Houston, TX 77018 The Texas House located in Houston, Texas, is a nonprofit residential treatment center for men struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. Texas House opened its doors in 1965 through the Texas Alcoholism Foundation, and it has continually provided a unique year long recovery program. It is not just a rehab clinic but rather a commitment to a profoundly client centered…	Inpatient Men

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How We Rank Listings

Every facility listed on this page is sourced from publicly available licensing records, the SAMHSA treatment locator, and direct verification with providers. We confirm each facility's address, phone number, and the levels of care it offers before publishing. Listings are not paid placements, and we do not accept fees in exchange for higher ranking.

To help families compare options quickly, we organize listings around four practical signals:

Levels of care offered, from medical detox through long-term outpatient and aftercare
Accreditation and oversight, including The Joint Commission, CARF, LegitScript, and NAATP membership
Insurance and payment options accepted, including Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, and sliding-scale fees
Specialty programs for women, men, LGBTQ+ adults, veterans, young adults, and older adults

When facility information changes, listings are updated. If you find an error or believe a facility no longer meets these standards, contact our editorial team and we will review.

Rehab in Houston: What to Know

Houston anchors the largest metropolitan area in Texas and serves as the population, healthcare, and economic center of Harris County. With 122 facilities offering substance use treatment across the city, Houston has one of the deepest networks of care in the state, including 47 detox programs, 54 inpatient rehabs, and 100 outpatient clinics.

Most people searching for treatment in Houston will also encounter facilities listed in surrounding suburbs and unincorporated parts of Harris County, all of which feed into the broader regional system tracked by the Texas state directory.

A mix of public, nonprofit, and private providers shapes the local treatment landscape. The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD is the state-designated local mental health authority for the county and operates a 24/7 crisis line at 713-970-7000, a Substance Use Disorder Outreach Program, and outpatient services across more than 80 sites.

The Council on Recovery, founded in 1946 and headquartered in the Heights, is the city's largest nonprofit outpatient provider and serves people regardless of ability to pay. Public hospital systems such as Harris Health and the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center provide medically managed detox and medication-assisted treatment for the populations they serve, and a wide network of private inpatient and outpatient programs rounds out the picture. For context on how these settings fit together, see our overview of addiction treatment options.

Substance use trends in Houston track the broader Texas opioid and stimulant crisis but with notable local intensity. Harris County has led the state in illicit fentanyl-related deaths in recent reporting periods, and the county's substance-involved death count has roughly doubled since 2018. Local agencies have responded with expanded naloxone distribution through Harris County

Public Health, the Texas Targeted Opioid Response, and Harris County operate an alternative-sentencing STAR (Success Through Addiction Recovery) Drug Court that places non-violent participants in 18 to 24 months of treatment-based supervision instead of incarceration. People considering treatment for opioid use should also review fentanyl addiction and overdose risk to understand current realities of the local drug supply.

Geographic accessibility is a real factor in Houston. The metro area covers more than 600 square miles, and treatment access varies significantly between the urban core, the suburban ring inside Beltway 8, and outlying communities in Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, and Brazoria counties. Many residents commute 30 to 60 minutes for outpatient care, and inpatient placement often depends on bed availability rather than proximity. Calling ahead to confirm intake hours and insurance acceptance can save days of back and forth communication.

County seat Harris County, Texas

Metro population roughly 7.5 million across nine counties

Total treatment facilities 122 in the City of Houston

24/7 local crisis and access line 713-970-7000 (The Harris Center)

Specialty courts STAR Drug Court and 17 other Harris County treatment courts

Cost of Rehab in Houston

Rehab costs in Houston fall in line with broader Texas averages, with significant variation by level of care, length of stay, and the type of facility. Statewide, medical detox is by far the most expensive single service per episode of care, while standard outpatient counseling is the most affordable. Most Houston residents do not pay the full sticker price because insurance, Medicaid, sliding-scale fees, and scholarship funding offset a large share of the total cost for those who qualify.

Because Houston is the largest metro in Texas, day rates at private inpatient programs in the city tend to sit at or above the statewide average, particularly at facilities offering private rooms or executive amenities. Public, nonprofit, and Medicaid-funded programs in Harris County typically cost a fraction of those figures, and some, such as The Council on Recovery, do not turn people away based on inability to pay.

Several factors drive cost differences from one Houston facility to the next:

Treatment setting inpatient or outpatient

Length of program 30, 60, or 90 days

Amenities standard versus private rooms or executive features

Medical complexity co-occurring conditions or medication-assisted treatment

Insurance status and in-network availability

Eligibility for rehab scholarships, sliding scales, or grant funding

Location inside the Loop, suburban Harris County, or outlying counties

How to Pay for Rehab in Houston

Among the 122 facilities serving Houston, 110 accept self-payment, 73 are in-network with at least one private health insurance plan, 51 accept Texas Medicaid, and 27 accept Medicare. An additional 34 offer sliding-scale fees, 30 offer some form of financial assistance, and 6 provide free treatment to qualifying clients. The mix of payment options is broader in Houston than in most Texas cities, which can make benefit verification the single most important step before admission.

Below is how each of the most-used payment options works locally, along with the steps to confirm coverage before you commit to a program.

Medicare

Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans both cover medically necessary substance use disorder treatment, including inpatient detox, residential rehab when delivered in a hospital setting, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, standard outpatient counseling, and FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder.

Coinsurance, deductibles, and prior authorization rules vary by plan, and Medicare Advantage plans often require in-network providers. For a deeper walk-through of how Medicare and other insurance work for addiction treatment, see how Medicare covers addiction treatment.

Medicaid

Texas Medicaid covers substance use disorder treatment through several plan types, including STAR, STAR+PLUS, STAR Kids, STAR Health, and Traditional Medicaid. Covered services include outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization, residential treatment (up to 35 days per episode of care with prior authorization), and medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder.

Texas has not expanded Medicaid eligibility under the Affordable Care Act, so adults without dependents or a qualifying disability often do not qualify for the program even with low income. For those who do qualify, medication-assisted treatment is covered with limited cost-sharing.

Military Benefits and TRICARE

Veterans enrolled with the VA can access free substance use treatment at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, which offers outpatient counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and referrals to higher levels of care. Active-duty service members, retirees, and eligible dependents can use TRICARE benefits at the 14 Houston-area facilities that are in-network. Additional resources for veterans and military families are summarized in our guide to rehab resources for veterans and military.

Insurance and Private Pay

Most national and regional carriers operating in Texas are accepted at Houston-area facilities. Before scheduling intake, ask the facility's admissions team to verify your benefits and request a written estimate of out-of-pocket costs. The major carriers most commonly accepted by Houston rehab providers are:

Aetna
Ambetter
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
Cigna
Community Health Choice
Humana
Magellan
Molina
Superior HealthPlan
UnitedHealthcare

Other Low-Cost Options

The 34 Houston facilities offering sliding-scale fees and the 30 offering structured financial assistance can substantially reduce out-of-pocket costs for uninsured or underinsured residents. Some employers operating in Houston, including hospital systems and large refining and energy companies, also offer Employee Assistance Programs that cover short-term counseling and referrals at no cost to the employee.

Free Treatment Programs

Six Houston facilities provide free treatment to qualifying clients, and several additional nonprofits, including The Council on Recovery and Cenikor, accept clients who cannot pay, drawing on state grants, county contracts, and private donations. Faith-based options such as Open Door Mission and Salvation Army Houston also operate no-cost recovery programs. People who need help but cannot pay should also explore free rehab through scholarships, which can cover all or part of treatment at participating facilities.

Levels of Care Available in Houston

Houston facilities cover the full continuum of substance use care: 47 detox programs, 54 inpatient rehabs, 9 partial hospitalization programs, 3 intensive outpatient programs, 100 standard outpatient clinics, 75 dual-diagnosis programs for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and 13 sober living homes.

Medical Detox

Detox is typically the first step for people with physical dependence on alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, or stimulants. In a medical detox program, a clinical team monitors withdrawal around the clock and uses medications to manage symptoms and prevent dangerous complications. Most Houston detox programs run between three and seven days, depending on the substance and the person's medical profile.

Inpatient and Residential Treatment

After detox or as a starting point for people who do not need medical withdrawal management, inpatient rehab provides 24-hour structured care in a residential setting. Most programs run 28, 60, or 90 days and combine individual and group therapy, medication management, family involvement, and discharge planning. Houston has both standard residential programs and a smaller number of executive and higher-amenity options.

Partial Hospitalization

A partial hospitalization program offers full-day clinical services, usually five days a week, while the client lives at home or in sober housing. PHP fits people who need substantial structure but can safely sleep outside a treatment facility, and it is often used as a step down from inpatient care.

Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient

Houston's 100 standard outpatient clinics and 3 dedicated intensive outpatient programs together carry the largest treatment caseload in the city. Intensive outpatient programs typically meet three to five times a week for several hours per session, while standard outpatient care may involve weekly individual counseling, group therapy, or medication management. Outpatient is the most flexible option for people who need to keep working or caring for family during treatment.

Dual Diagnosis and Therapy

Of Houston's 122 facilities, 75 offer integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and bipolar disorder. Integrated care is particularly important locally, given how often substance use overlaps with co-occurring anxiety disorders and trauma histories.

Most programs incorporate evidence-based addiction therapy approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and contingency management.

Sober Living and Aftercare

The 13 sober living homes in the Houston area provide drug- and alcohol-free housing for people transitioning out of more intensive treatment. Most sober living homes are not licensed as treatment facilities themselves and instead serve as recovery-supportive housing alongside outpatient care or 12-step meetings. Stable housing during the first year after treatment is one of the strongest predictors of sustained recovery, and most clinicians recommend a structured rehab aftercare plan that combines housing, outpatient counseling, and peer support.

Specialty Programs in Houston

Houston's size supports an unusually deep set of specialty tracks within its treatment network. Beyond standard adult programs, providers in the city offer dedicated services for women, men, LGBTQ+ adults, veterans, young adults, and older adults, as well as substance-specific programs for alcohol use disorder and opioid use disorder.

If a specialty designation matters to you, ask the facility how that specialty shapes the day-to-day program. A program described as women-specific may run a separate residential unit and women-only group therapy, or it may simply admit women into a mixed-gender setting with one weekly women's group. The same variation applies to veterans' tracks, LGBTQ+ programming, and substance-specific clinical pathways.

Free and Low-Cost Rehab Resources in Houston

The following resources can help Houston residents access immediate support, screening, and referrals at no cost. Crisis lines are available 24/7. For non-crisis referrals into the public treatment system, the OSAR (Outreach, Screening, Assessment, and Referral) program at The Harris Center is the primary access point for Harris County.

Crisis Lines

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 for 24/7 free, confidential support for people in suicidal, mental health, or substance use crisis. See additional suicide prevention resources and crisis support.
The Harris Center Crisis and Access Line — 713-970-7000, 24/7, the local mental health authority's crisis line for Harris County residents. https://www.theharriscenter.org/services/crisis-services
SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), 24/7 free, confidential treatment referral and information service in English and Spanish. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline
Texas 211 — Dial 211 for help finding local social services, including substance use treatment and recovery housing. https://www.211texas.org/

County Health and Behavioral Health

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD — 9401 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77074. Main: 713-970-7000. OSAR (treatment screening and referral): 713-970-4400, option 6. Toll-free: 866-970-4770. Provides outpatient assessment, detox referral, and case management. https://www.theharriscenter.org/
Harris County Public Health Substance Use Prevention — Operates the local Overdose Data to Action program, distributes naloxone, and publishes a public overdose surveillance dashboard. https://publichealth.harriscountytx.gov/About/Divisions/Community-Health-Wellness-Division/Substance-Use-Prevention
Houston Recovery Center — 150 N. Chenevert St., Suite 100, Houston, TX 77002. Phone: 713-236-7800. Operates a 24/7 sobering center as an alternative to jail for people under the influence, with referrals to ongoing treatment. https://houstonrecoverycenter.org/

Community and Nonprofit Providers

The Council on Recovery — 303 Jackson Hill St., Houston, TX 77007. Phone: 713-942-4100. Treatment programs: 713-914-0556. Houston's oldest nonprofit outpatient provider, offering assessments, IOP, family services, and recovery coaching, with services available regardless of ability to pay. https://www.councilonrecovery.org/
Cenikor Foundation – Houston — Nonprofit provider offering long-term residential and outpatient treatment in Houston and across Texas, including programs that accept Medicaid and uninsured clients. https://www.cenikor.org/
Justice Forward (STAR Drug Court support) — Provides transitional housing, counseling, and scholarship support for participants in Harris County's 18 specialty courts, including the STAR Drug Court. https://justiceforwardtx.org/

Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention

Harris County Public Health Naloxone Distribution — Free naloxone (Narcan) is available to community members through HCPH's Overdose Data to Action program and partner organizations. Request via publichealth.harriscountytx.gov
NEXT Distro — Mail-based naloxone and harm reduction supplies for Texas residents who cannot access in-person programs. https://nextdistro.org/

VA and Military

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center – Substance Disorders Treatment Program — 2002 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 77030. Main: 713-791-1414. Outpatient substance use treatment, MAT, and dual diagnosis care for enrolled veterans. https://www.va.gov/houston-health-care/locations/michael-e-debakey-department-of-veterans-affairs-medical-center/
Veterans Crisis Line — Dial 988 then press 1, or text 838255, for 24/7 confidential crisis support.

Government and Medicaid

Texas Health and Human Services – Substance Use Disorder Services — Statewide information on covered services and how to apply for Medicaid coverage of treatment. http://hhs.texas.gov/
Texas Medicaid (YourTexasBenefits) — Apply for STAR, STAR+PLUS, STAR Kids, STAR Health, or Traditional Medicaid coverage. https://yourtexasbenefits.com/

Faith-Based and Recovery Housing

Open Door Mission — 5803 Harrisburg Blvd., Houston, TX 77011. Phone: 713-921-7520. Long-term residential recovery program for men experiencing homelessness or substance use disorder. https://www.opendoorhouston.org/
Salvation Army Houston Adult Rehabilitation Center — 2407 N. Main St., Houston, TX 77009. Phone: 713-869-3551. Free six-month residential recovery program. https://arcsouth.org/arc-south/houston/

Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics in Houston

Substance use deaths in Harris County have climbed sharply over the past several years, driven primarily by the spread of illicit fentanyl. Public health data show that the local picture is more severe than statewide averages on several measures, particularly for opioid-related deaths.

Harris County led the state in illicit fentanyl-related deaths during the first half of 2023, according to preliminary state data cited by the Houston Chronicle and UTMB researchers. Local agencies have responded by funding naloxone distribution, expanding the OSAR referral system through The Harris Center, and supporting alternative-sentencing programs through the STAR Drug Court. For national-level comparisons and historical trends, see our overview of national substance use statistics.

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