Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center – Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic

690 S Loop 336 W, 3rd & 4th Conroe, TX 77304
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Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center Conroe VA Clinic TX 77304

About Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center – Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center - Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic is a public clinic located in Conroe, TX. Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center - Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic specializes in the treatment of Primary Care and Mental Health Care.

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center – Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic honors America’s Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. They hope to be a patient-centered integrated health care organization for Veterans providing excellent health care, research, and education; an organization where people choose to work; an active community partner; and a back-up for national emergencies.

They also provide Veterans with Telehealth, for access to health care that is timely, more convenient and easier to access through the use of new healthcare technology including video conferencing and health monitoring devices that can connect patients to their health care team.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VHA) is committed to providing quality care to all Veterans including lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) Veterans. Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center – Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic seeks to promote the health, welfare, and dignity of LGBT Veterans and their families.

Some of the services offered by Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center include Primary care services for Veterans, Behavioral Health services including individual, and group counseling, Specialty Mental Health Groups including PTSD, SUD, Anger Management, Women’s Health, MST Services, Tele-Health Services, Handicapped Accessible, Prescriptions: Routine prescriptions processed through the mail or My HealtheVet and Audiology Services

Latest Reviews

Margare Mosley
1 week ago on Google
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This place is in the pits
M. L. S.
2 weeks ago on Google
1
I have been on hold for the past 45 minutes. This is an unacceptable situation. The VA clinic requires significant improvement and leadership that is currently lacking.
Van Goh
2 weeks ago on Google
1
Scheduled appointments get cancelled a month later. Sign up for another to find out its two months for the next one available. I don't think things are going to get better.
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Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.

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.

Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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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 iconIntensive 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.
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.

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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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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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.
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Military Program
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Clinical Services

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.

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.

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.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.

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.

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.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Amenities

  • car iconPrivate Transportation
  • home-setting iconResidential Setting

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Jaime Areizaga-Soto

Chairman of the Board

Tanya Bradsher

Deputy Secretary

Kurt DelBene

CIO

Dr. Shereef Elnahal

Under Health Secretary

Margaret Kabat

Chief of Staff

Michael D. Parrish

Chief Acquisition Officer & Principal Executive Director

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
Accreditation Number: 4510

Contact Information

Phone icon (936) 522-4000
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690 S Loop 336 W
3rd & 4th
Conroe, TX 77304

Reviews of Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center – Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic

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3.1 (157 reviews)
Margare Mosley
1 week ago
1

This place is in the pits

M. L. S.
2 weeks ago
1

I have been on hold for the past 45 minutes. This is an unacceptable situation. The VA clinic requires significant improvement and leadership that is currently lacking.

Van Goh
2 weeks ago
1

Scheduled appointments get cancelled a month later. Sign up for another to find out its two months for the next one available. I don't think things are going to get better.

Clarence Davis
1 month ago
5

Go here for Veterans healthcare. Go here to make appointments.

Matthew Byles
1 month ago
4

Gary Redman
1 month ago
1

tobiah ford
2 months ago
1

They said my results would take 24-48 hours. It's been over a week, I can see my results, no one has called me. I've tried calling them a dozen times, a collective 2-3 hours of waiting and no response.Update: It took me over 2 weeks to get my results and I had to call them (numerous times).They still don't answer unless you wait roughly 40 minutes.Why is the VA always shit.

Terry Butler
2 months ago
4

I have been going to conroe va clinic for almost 3 years, i drive there from kingwood. At first i could get in and be seen fairly quick. Now it is like 3 months to get seen by my doctor. And also you used to be able to go in anytime to get labs done, now it's also at least 2 weeks to get them done. I have always been treated very nice by all of the staff. Truely the 2 complaints i have is,#1 the length of time you have to spend on hold to try and make an appointment, and #2 the length of time it takes to see your doctor.

A Panc (Panc0311)
2 months ago
2

It's the VA, so...Good luck getting in touch with anyone here. If you have a medical issue that needs attention, they will make sure it it progresses to the point of critical before you hear from anyone. I hate this place. It's a shame how this country treats its veterans.

Bruce Broussard
2 months ago
3

It's not a bad place but don't call after 1545 as it will ring and ring with no answer or You'll be placed on hold until closing time or 1630.Today October 15th the 936- 522- 4000 isn't working. I've tried for 3 hours and the line diesnt work. I had to go through Houston VA and get transferred, which as of right now I've been hold for 30 minutes. I'm just trying to schedule an appointment..

Marlee Aldukhil
2 months ago
1

Supposed to get a consult for a molar that has a hole in it and they keep on telling me that somebody s going to call me called me and asked me what my preference was and I told him after 10 AM. They still continued to call me Before 8 AM. It s just like talking to a wall, trying to change the colors and it comes out the same color. Now I have to get with my dentist to have him put another consult in so now I have to start all over again. I hope it s not gonna be the same process.

Dee Kieborz Brock
2 months ago
1

Get here early, like they said, and we are still sitting here. Why come early if we have to sit here forever, nothing to eat or drink for 88 years old. First time here last time here.

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