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Teen & Young Adult Treatment in Texas

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Texas rehab spans 393 addiction treatment programs in our directory, reaching from Houston's Texas Medical Center corridor to the Hill Country ranches west of Austin. That range means families in big metros and small towns alike have real places to start looking.

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Updated: July 7, 2026
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Treatment for Young People in Texas

Texas treatment covers the full ASAM continuum of care. Our directory lists 393 programs — standard outpatient, 216 intensive outpatient (IOP) tracks, and 79 residential settings. Teen IOP usually runs about 6 hours a week under ASAM's adolescent criteria, lighter than the 9-plus hours ASAM sets for adults. Most programs treat alcohol use, marijuana dependence, stimulant use, and prescription drug misuse, and 283 also handle co-occurring depression, anxiety, or PTSD.

Why Choose Treatment in Texas?
  • 137 programs work with adolescents, so parents can find age-matched teen care
  • 284 programs offer telehealth, cutting long drives across rural West Texas
  • 145 programs provide Spanish-language services for the state's many bilingual families
  • 125 programs hold Joint Commission accreditation and 116 hold CARF
Hill Country ranch and equine-assisted programs
Veteran and military-family programs near San Antonio's bases
Faith-based programs alongside secular, evidence-based ones
Insurance & Payment in Texas

Texas has not expanded Medicaid, so many low-income adults fall into a coverage gap — but Texas Medicaid and CHIP do cover eligible children and teens. In our directory, 272 Texas programs take Medicaid, 291 accept private health insurance, and 151 offer sliding-scale fees for families paying out of pocket.

Types of Treatment Available in Texas

Medical Detox

Safe, closely monitored withdrawal with medical support around the clock

Residential Treatment

Live-in care with daily therapy and a steady routine for young people

Partial Hospitalization (PHP)

Full-day treatment with medical oversight, evenings back home

Intensive Outpatient (IOP)

A flexible schedule that fits around school, work, and family life

Standard Outpatient

Weekly therapy and support groups to keep recovery on track

Sober Living

Transitional housing with peer support and shared accountability

Expert Tips for Texas

For a teen, look for programs that treat co-occurring anxiety, depression, or PTSD — 283 Texas programs in our directory do.

If you are paying out of pocket, ask about sliding-scale fees early; 151 Texas programs offer them.

Not sure how to start? Call the Texas Statewide Behavioral Health Helpline at 1-833-986-1919 for 24/7 referrals.

Texas Treatment Resources

Official state agencies and organizations that help families find treatment in Texas.

Texas Health and Human Services - Substance Use

State agency that coordinates mental health and substance use services across Texas.

1-877-541-7905

Texas Statewide Behavioral Health Helpline

Round-the-clock crisis line and treatment referrals for Texas residents.

1-833-986-1919

Texas Medicaid

Details on Medicaid and CHIP coverage, including care for children and teens.

National Resources

Federal resources and hotlines available 24/7 for addiction support.

SAMHSA National Helpline1-800-662-4357

Free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service

SAMHSA Treatment Locator

Find treatment facilities in your area

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline988

Provides 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

Research and information on drug use and addiction

What Parents Ask About Treatment in Texas

Texas programs span the full continuum of care: medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), standard outpatient counseling, and sober living homes. Many outpatient tracks schedule sessions around school and work hours.

Texas has not expanded Medicaid, so many low-income adults fall into a coverage gap — but Texas Medicaid and CHIP do cover eligible children and teens. In our directory, 272 Texas programs take Medicaid, 291 accept private health insurance, and 151 offer sliding-scale fees for families paying out of pocket.

Length depends on clinical need, not a fixed calendar. Medical detox usually runs 3-7 days, residential programs 30-90 days, and outpatient care often continues for several months while a teen returns to school and daily routines.

137 programs work with adolescents, so parents can find age-matched teen care 284 programs offer telehealth, cutting long drives across rural West Texas 145 programs provide Spanish-language services for the state's many bilingual families 125 programs hold Joint Commission accreditation and 116 hold CARF
Important Notice

This website provides general information about addiction treatment facilities. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or 911 for immediate assistance. For substance abuse help, call SAMHSA at 1-800-662-4357.

Data sourced from SAMHSA Treatment Locator, state licensing databases, and facility submissions.