Center For Discovery – Houston - Houston, TX

About Center For Discovery – Houston

Center for Discovery Houston provides outpatient mental and behavioral health care for youth and adults recovering from co-occurring eating disorders and mental illness, including addiction, in Houston, Texas. They offer partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), general outpatient (OP), and aftercare programming, including specialized services for children, adolescents, and young adults. They are accredited by The Joint Commission.

Treatment begins with a comprehensive medical and mental health assessment and personalized care plan. Levels of care and treatment modalities are tailored to clients’ unique recovery needs and goals.

Their partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for clients who require high-level supervision and support, including those in early recovery and those stepping down from inpatient care. Clients engage in intensive, trauma-informed individual, group, and family counseling derived from dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). They also participate in extensive, age-specific, recovery-focused life skills training addressing topics such as coping, self-care, wellness, fitness and nutrition, and relapse prevention. Evidence-based complementary therapies are available, including eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), meditation, expressive arts, and animal assisted therapy.

Their general outpatient (OP) and aftercare services ensure a complete continuum of care aligned with clients’ evolving needs and may include step-down support, peer coaching, and referrals for additional medical, mental health, and social service programs.

Center for Discovery Houston accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana, HealthNet, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Unicare, and others. Out of network benefits can vary. Check with your provider to verify coverage.

Latest Reviews

Bethany Martin

1 month ago on Google

This is one of the most incredible, inclusive, and inspiring facilities I have ever had the pleasure of attending. The staff members are some of the most compassionate and intelligent people to walk the earth. From the dietitians to the therapists, from the techs to the facilitators, everyone there is so educated and beyond qualified for their position. And, aside from just their job description, they are some of the most empathetic and incredible people I have ever met. At admission, I was not buying the entire recovery thing. But since then, I have learned things here concerning my self and the world that have forever transformed my life and my perspective on it. I thank God everyday that He gave me the opportunity to cross paths with this organization and the wonderful characters which constitute it. I strongly encourage you to look into attending cfd houston. I am very confident in saying that it will forever change your life in a way which you will never regret.

Celeste Larkins

10 months ago on Google

Center For Discovery was a truly amazing experience. The people there are very passionate, caring, and helped so much in the process of healing. Give it a chance, and trust.

Response from the owner9 months ago

Thank you for sharing your experience! We wish you the very best in your recovery.

RG Clark

11 months ago on Google

CFD was instrumental in my family member's healing and was a safe, productive place to get into recovery to return to a whole, healthy life!

Response from the owner10 months ago

We are grateful to hear your family member is continuing to grow in their recovery. Thank you for allowing Center for Discovery to be a part of their journey.

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Location

Accepted Insurance

Center For Discovery – Houston works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Aetna

Blue Cross Blue Shield

CareFirst

Carelon Behavioral Health

Managed Health Network (MHN)

MultiPlan

Premera

Other Forms of Payment

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Inpatient

Inpatient rehab programs are geared toward clients in early recovery. They also provide intensive support for clients in crisis and those at an increased relapse risk. Clients receive housing and meals while in inpatient care, allowing them to focus solely on their recovery. Most programs prioritize addiction counseling but may draw on various psychotherapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, RBT, trauma therapy, and motivational interviewing. Life skills training and holistic therapies are also common in inpatient care.

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

Partial Hospitalization Program

A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don’t require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for around 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals.

Treatments

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Programs

Teen Program

Teen programs are designed to address the unique pressures teens face, pressures that can drive them to experiment with dangerous, addictive substances. They need programs that meet them exactly where they are and give them tools for long-term recovery. Therapy can help teenagers understand and work through underlying issues so they can reclaim the life ahead of them.

Adult Program

Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.

Program For Men

Men face specific challenges and concerns when seeking addiction treatment. Gender-specific recovery programs help them tackle these issues head-on in an environment that's focused, targeted, and distraction-free. It also gives them the opportunity to connect with and learn from other men who have been through a similar journey and can offer support for the next step.

Program For Women

Rehabs for women provide a safe, nurturing space for female clients to heal. These treatment programs consider the specific obstacles that women can face during recovery and place a special emphasis on mental, social, physical, and reproductive health. They explore how each woman's experience has shaped the trajectory of their substance use, addressing issues such as sexual abuse and past trauma.

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Child Program

The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.

LGBTQ Program

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Clinical Services

The goal of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Texas is to change thought patterns, which leads to changes in behavior. Specific techniques during CBT can include self talk, SMART goals, journaling, and positive activities.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.

Peer support is an important aspect of group therapy sessions for drug and alcohol addiction. As you and your peers share stories and encourage each other, it fosters a sense of community and belonging that helps you process your feelings and reduces the sense of isolation that is associated with addiction.

Individual therapy offers you a confidential space to address the complexities of your drug or alcohol addiction. Your therapist guides these personalized sessions to help develop self awareness and manage stress. This promotes sustained sobriety and overall well being.

Together with an experienced trauma therapist, you work on healing emotional wounds from traumatic experiences within a trauma therapy environment. Your therapist will help you process the experience of the trauma, which promotes emotional healing and improves your overall mental health.

Couples therapy helps couples learn to control emotions, trust each other, and communicate more effectively. It can be useful for short term intervention for a specific issue or for working on the relationship long term.

Amenities

Art Activities

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

(281) 645-5219

Website

8588 Katy Freeway
Suite 440
Houston, TX 77024

Get Help Now - 800-985-8516

Who Answers?

Fact checked and written by:

Terri Beth Miller, PhD

Edited by:

Quentin Blount

Reviews of Center For Discovery – Houston

3/5 (10 reviews)

Google Reviews

3 (10 reviews)

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Response from the owner11 months ago

Butterscotch Millie

1 year ago

really bad

Response from the owner1 year ago

Thank you for your feedback. We take great pride in the quality care each client and family receives while in our program. For the sake of privacy compliance, we are not able to publicly discuss any specifics but feel free to contact us at feedback@discoverybh.com.

C D

Thank you for sharing your positive and genuine feedback!

2 years ago

Would not recommend.My assigned therapist was Alexa Shank, and she is a terrible person. I was told when I was admitted that my therapist would meet with me a couple times a week, but after arguing with my parents the first week I was there, she only saw me 5 or 6 times the entire 6 months I was there. Honestly, I was happy about that, I hated her.They were completely baffled about handling my ARFID. I was forced to participate in therapeutic exercises designed for anorexic girls about body positivity, nothing was done to try to help or even address the existence of my anxiety disorder.When I had a panic attack my second week there, the dietician overseeing our lunch, some spelling variation of Hailey, sent me into the hallway to panic there instead of letting me sit at the dining table. After a few minutes of crying in the office building s hallway, she brought me back inside and condescended to me about getting over it and that I needed to hurry up and go to group therapy now . I went to the group therapy room, sobbing and shaking, where we sat in a circle and talked about a squirrel one of the patients saw on her drive that morning.The staff were all infuriatingly patronizing, unsympathetic to my eating disorder, and could not be bothered to help me in any capacity that would be indicative of therapists. I gained the weight I needed to gain and was discharged.If you re looking for a program to recover from an eating disorder, I encourage you to check anywhere else.

Response from the owner2 years ago

Tae H

not good.

Good Morning, TaeTime, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. If your encounter with our services was not up to par, we hope that you have contacted us directly so we can remedy the situation. You can email us directly at info@centerfordiscovery.com. Wishing you the best in the future.

BaSh

3 years ago

Lola Schroder

Alexa shank was the worst therapist I ve ever had. She ignored all of the things I d bring up to her in sessions and was extremely rude to my parents as well. The food is horrible and groups aren t inclusive at all. Had no idea how to treat ARFID or osfed. Everyone I was in treatment with has relapsed. Very much less than impressed.

Robert Lynch

5 years ago

Kippy Pentecost

6 years ago

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