Merit Family Services

3807 East Lancaster Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76103

Merit Family Services TX 76103

About Merit Family Services

Merit Family Services is a nonprofit organization in Fort Worth, Texas. They offer a lot of different services to help heal and strengthen families in the local community. That includes addiction treatment and counseling for a wide range of mental health and emotional health needs. They also work with people who have been referred by Child Protective Services.

If you’re struggling with addiction or other issues this nonprofit and outpatient counseling center might be able to help.

Clients do note that they have strict policies about keeping appointments, though. So make sure you’re cautious about following your appointment schedule.

Latest Reviews

Joan Stuart (JustJoan)
3 months ago on Google
1
Cps sent me here, they are biased and unprofessional. This is another tool used to keep children away from their parents and cause issues.
Don t worry about it
11 months ago on Google
5
CPS sent me here and I did not want to go despite the reviews. I was scared they were setting me up for failure. There was only a couple times they didn't answer my call and they were not rude at all my assigned counselor was make and I'm female and I felt so comfortable with him. He is nice and doesn't bug u about little stuff like your face being in the camera. The work is really easy you just talk for about 20 minutes each session, they send me like 2 or 3 questions to answer by email and then next session we talk about it. It's really quick and easy and all in 10-12 sessions
Lea Martinez-Krivan
11 months ago on Google
1
I just had my assessment and the Maurice C. Was very inconsiderate for my feelings. For a counseling company he did not care at all to hear my answer. Just strictly wanted yes or no. I hate being labeled and he looke at me like I was a statistic. For being excited in starting counseling and ready for today so I can feel better to go this way was a VERY BIG LET DOWN.

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Accepted Insurance

Merit Family Services works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

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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.

Per session payment lets you pay for each treatment at the time of service. You may also pay for a certain number of sessions up front and then pay for more if needed. This format allows you to tailor the financial investment to your specific needs and avoid having a large lump sum payment due at the end of the treatment program.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

outpatient iconOutpatient
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.
aftercare iconAftercare Support
Rehab aftercare programs are based on a model of continuing care and the premise that recovery is a life-long process requiring ongoing client support. Many rehab aftercare services include outpatient care, but clients often continue to receive support after being discharged from formal treatment. Case managers and care teams typically collaborate with clients to design their long-term care plan, which may include peer coaching, career counseling, and 12 step program induction, among other services.
medically-assisted-detox iconMedically Assisted Detox
Ridding the body of harmful, addictive substances, also known as detoxification, is usually the first phase of recovery. Those going through medically assisted detox can be administered medications by a team of medical professionals who are on-site 24/7 to provide different types of therapies that help mitigate withdrawal symptoms.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

During rehab in Texas, you'll deal with underlying issues that contribute to addiction. By addressing these challenges and learning healthy ways to cope with them, you'll develop strategies that help you live a drug-free lifestyle.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

Clinical Services

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Amenities

  • home-setting iconResidential Setting
  • private iconPrivate Setting

Contact Information

Phone icon (817) 413-9463
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3807 East Lancaster Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76103

Fact checked and written by:
Nikki Wisher, BA
Edited by:
Peter Lee, PhD

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2.1 (17 reviews)
Joan Stuart (JustJoan)
3 months ago
1

Cps sent me here, they are biased and unprofessional. This is another tool used to keep children away from their parents and cause issues.

Don t worry about it
11 months ago
5

CPS sent me here and I did not want to go despite the reviews. I was scared they were setting me up for failure. There was only a couple times they didn't answer my call and they were not rude at all my assigned counselor was make and I'm female and I felt so comfortable with him. He is nice and doesn't bug u about little stuff like your face being in the camera. The work is really easy you just talk for about 20 minutes each session, they send me like 2 or 3 questions to answer by email and then next session we talk about it. It's really quick and easy and all in 10-12 sessions

Lea Martinez-Krivan
11 months ago
1

I just had my assessment and the Maurice C. Was very inconsiderate for my feelings. For a counseling company he did not care at all to hear my answer. Just strictly wanted yes or no. I hate being labeled and he looke at me like I was a statistic. For being excited in starting counseling and ready for today so I can feel better to go this way was a VERY BIG LET DOWN.

Tezsa Patterson
1 year ago
1

This is by far the WORST counseling company I have ever been to in my life! The lady Carol is very rude and inconsiderate of your situation. I missed a counseling session due to my pregnancy and she s asking that I provide confidential information of my hospital stay. I have never even had a job ask me for my personal information. She basically made it seem like I was lying when I am due in a week talking about this is your excuse every time. They barely answer the phone and the communication is horrible. If I could give 0 stars I would.

Brian Sinclair
1 year ago
1

Nicole Davis
5 years ago
4

I enjoyed my counseling sessions when I came here. Front office staff wasn't very professional at all. I was going through a really tough time and appreciate my counselor, he was very intuitive and helped me out of my situation. I truly appreciate him

Erika Mireles
5 years ago
1

They NEVER answer the phone and when they do they act like they can t hear you and hung up DONT WASTE YOUR TIME

Josh Olsen
6 years ago
1

Information is incorrect phone number is right but the address is not. Been waiting over 2 montha for my appointment and they will not reschedule due to bad information. Lady who answers the phone is very rude. Says that she told you the address when she did not

Stephanie Richardson
7 years ago
1

Walking up a kids was screaming bloody murder. It appeared that had him locked I the room with the steal door. The place was very nasty and cluttered. I felt like I was walking into a mental ward from the old days. It was the most unsettling place I have ever walked into. The building needs to be condemned. I find it extremely hard to believe that any person with a degree would work for such a place. And to top it off I guess the company also runs a taco truck. I was totally creeped out and felt dirty as hell when I walked out and was just there to get a piece of paper. The state need to step in and investigate.

Charlie Hunter
7 years ago
5

Joseph Botts
7 years ago
1

This place sucks so bad if your having problems they will be shure you cant ever get them handled

Alyssa Rodriguez
7 years ago
1

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