Houston County doesn't have a residential program inside its borders on our list, but treatment is within reach. The nearest programs are listed below with distances from the county center.
Treatment for Houston County residents by type of care
Houston County residents usually travel to a nearby county or city for residential care. Browse each type of care across Texas, or see programs across Southeast Texas.
Nearest programs to Houston County
Palestine Regional Medical Center Psychiatric Services
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisRusk State Hospital
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisOceans Behavioral Hospital — Lufkin
Hospital / inpatientDual diagnosisRock Bottom Ranch
Addiction treatment centerHouse of Hope Madisonville
Addiction treatment centerHUNTSVILLE CLINIC, INC.
Addiction treatment centerAlcoholic Anonymous
Alcoholism treatment programAlcohol and Drug Awareness Council | ADAC | OSAR
Addiction treatment centerTri-County Behavioral Healthcare, Huntsville Clinic
Mental health serviceDual diagnosisOceans Behavioral Hospital of Lufkin – Outpatient
Mental health serviceDual diagnosisBurke
Mental health serviceDual diagnosisCommunity Rehabilitation Pro
Alcoholism treatment programCities in Houston County
Crisis help in Houston County
Houston County is served by Burke Center, the county's local mental health authority. Its 24-hour crisis line is 800-392-8343. Anyone in Texas can also call or text 988. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
If cost is a barrier, Texas funds substance use treatment through regional Outreach, Screening, Assessment and Referral (OSAR) centers. The OSAR serving Houston County is Burke (OSAR delivered by Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council of Deep East Texas) (website), which screens people and refers them to state-funded care.
Court-ordered treatment in Houston County
Under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 462, a family member or other adult can apply for court-ordered treatment of someone whose alcohol or drug use makes them likely to cause serious harm or keep deteriorating. The sworn application is filed with the Houston County Clerk, with a physician's certificate attached, and the case is heard by the county court or a county court at law with probate jurisdiction. The Houston County Attorney's office can usually explain local steps. Read how to file in Texas.
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Frequently asked questions
How many treatment programs are in Houston County?
This site lists 0 residential, inpatient and detox programs in Houston County, plus nearby programs in surrounding counties.
How do I seek court-ordered treatment in Houston County?
Under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 462, an application for court-ordered treatment is filed with the county clerk in the county where the person lives or is found, with a physician's certificate attached. The county attorney's office can usually explain local steps.
Can I use my insurance for rehab in Houston County?
Most commercial health plans cover residential and inpatient addiction treatment when it is medically necessary. A quick benefits check tells you which programs are in network.
What if there's no opening nearby?
Programs in neighboring counties and across Texas admit people from Houston County every day. A specialist can check availability for you.
Where can I get crisis help in Houston County?
Call Burke Center, Houston County's local mental health authority, at 800-392-8343 any time, or call or text 988. In an emergency, call 911.
Houston County is part of Southeast Texas (Texas HHSC Health Service Region 5).