Tropical Texas Behavioral Health

861 Old Alice Road
Brownsville, TX 78520

TTBH - Tropical Texas Behavioral Health TX 78520

About Tropical Texas Behavioral Health

Tropical Texas Behavioral Health offers various addiction recovery services to support individuals affected by substance use disorders and co-occurring mental issues in Brownsville, Texas. They serve adults and adolescents including male and female in recovery. Their program includes detox, medication assisted treatment (MAT) and general/intensive outpatient therapy. They also offer services for folks involved with the criminal justice system.

Their treatment prioritizes state designated high risk patients. This includes pregnant injection drug users, pregnant individuals in need of addiction treatment and injection drug users. They also prioritize individuals at high risk of relapse and those involved with the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS).

It’s great that they accept Medicaid and Medicare to ease paying for their services. A sliding fee scale payment option is available for some services. This lets you pay according to your income. I also like that they offer telehealth support to optimize convenience and access to care. This is more so as the same level of care and treatment applies in both in person and telehealth settings.

Their inpatient detox is a great way to start your recovery journey if you’re dealing with intense withdrawal symptoms. The procedure may involve assessment and stabilization with 24/7 monitoring by trained clinical personnel. It may even incorporate MAT to ensure safe and comfortable withdrawal. Their MAT program uses buprenorphine as a risk-reduction med to reduce withdrawal symptoms and curb cravings.

They also offer MAT services for opioid recovery as a standalone program involving medication therapy, counseling and case management. Additionally they may integrate the techniques into their outpatient program. Detoxing basically removes addiction related toxins from your body. You can continue your recovery journey through their intensive or general outpatient treatment. These programs may involve individual and group therapy, addiction education and life skills development.

The goal is to enhance your quality of life through healthy behavioral patterns that foster accountability, independence and self-fulfillment. These programs offer flexibility with therapy sessions designed to fit your schedule. This allows you to continue your full time job while receiving treatment.

The facility also provides Outreach, Screening, Assessment and Referral (OSAR) services. This aims to maximize access to substance use disorder treatment especially for Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) designated priority populations. This includes folks in drug court, jail and DFPS.

Additional services include federal pretrial treatment for adults awaiting trial on drug related charges and probation aftercare for those on probation. Bureau of Prison aftercare support is available for individuals who have been paroled on drug related charges.

Latest Reviews

Antonio Alatorre
3 weeks ago on Google
1
No protocol for refilling meds when pt misses appt and left without meds
M� Kokoro
3 weeks ago on Google
5
I always had very good interactions with the staff.
Josie L.
3 months ago on Google
1
I would give them 0 stars Can anyone tell me why this place exists Can anyone tell me why they pay employees Here It's ridiculous the way they do there so called procedures. First they need too do an evaluation by phone too see if you need the help like Really If you don't need the help you would just drive in. I wonder why is there so many people out there with mental issues, drug issues refuse too ask for help because when they are the most vulnerable there is no help at all, and I was trying too hard too help someone it wasn't for me personally very dissapointing

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Tropical Texas Behavioral Health 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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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.

Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.

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.

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

outpatient iconOutpatient
Available to adult and adolescent male and females. Individuals eligible for services meet diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders, and do not require a more structured setting to maintain sobriety. It enhances the quality of life by empowering individuals to achieve their highest possible potential for dignity, independence, and self-fulfillment.
intensive-outpatient iconIntensive Outpatient
Intensive outpatient programs offer high-level care for clients as an increased risk of relapse, including those in early recovery, those with a strong history of relapse, and those experiencing a crisis. Intensive outpatient treatment typically requires clients to engage in nine to 20 hours of care weekly, with treatment modalities that combine psychotherapy and recovery education, and holistic therapies, such as acupuncture and animal therapy. Medication assisted treatment (MAT) is also common in alcohol and/or opioid recovery.
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

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.

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.

Family Support Services focus on family needs as they relate to the consumer. All family members need support as they live with and care for a family member with a disability. Family Support Services helps families help themselves. This support and advocacy network of families and professionals includes family education classes and support groups.

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.

What you eat has a significant effect on your mental and physical health. That's why many addiction recovery programs in Texas incorporate nutrition therapy in their treatment. This therapy teaches you how addiction affects nutrition, what foods are best to eat during recovery, and how to shop for and prepare healthy meals.

When used as recommended, nicotine replacement therapy in Texas provides enough nicotine to help you avoid severe cravings and withdrawal symptoms after quitting smoking. This increases comfort so you're less likely to relapse into your smoking habit.

Amenities

  • private iconPrivate Setting
  • recreation iconRecreation Room

Accreditations

The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) is a non-profit organization that specifically accredits rehab organizations. Founded in 1966, CARF's, mission is to help service providers like rehab facilities maintain high standards of care.

CARF Accreditation: Yes

Contact Information

Phone icon (956) 547-5400
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861 Old Alice Road
Brownsville, TX 78520

Fact checked and written by:
Chika Uchendu
Edited by:
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Reviews of Tropical Texas Behavioral Health

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2.8 (49 reviews)
Antonio Alatorre
3 weeks ago
1

No protocol for refilling meds when pt misses appt and left without meds

M� Kokoro
3 weeks ago
5

I always had very good interactions with the staff.

Josie L.
3 months ago
1

I would give them 0 stars Can anyone tell me why this place exists Can anyone tell me why they pay employees Here It's ridiculous the way they do there so called procedures. First they need too do an evaluation by phone too see if you need the help like Really If you don't need the help you would just drive in. I wonder why is there so many people out there with mental issues, drug issues refuse too ask for help because when they are the most vulnerable there is no help at all, and I was trying too hard too help someone it wasn't for me personally very dissapointing

Sephora Trevi�o
3 months ago
1

Takes weeks to return calls

Emily
4 months ago
1

Edit: lowering to 1 star. Would do 0 if possible. Practically Impossible to get a hold of anyone, ridiculously hard to make an appointment between follow-ups... it shouldn't be this hard to see your doctor.Love hate relationship with this place. We get the help we need for the most part, but FORGET about getting a hold of anyone. Nurses don't answer or call back and if you accidentally miss your appointment, they won't give you your meds and appointments can be weeks or months out. You'd have to go to your PCP or the clinic to get them. It's ridiculous. Not to mention some of the staff have that passive aggressive tone. Hate it...

Brenda DLC
5 months ago
1

They don't answer the phone and you are on hold for over 2 hrs.

Roberto Bonilla
6 months ago
5

Its dope

Angel Torres
7 months ago
2

They told me I had appointment @7am an they haven t even opened .

Blanca Barreda
7 months ago
1

Mrs. Cuevas & her supervisor Arturo Salazar refused to answer my calls nor my attorney's calls. This is very unprofessional of this people not to return calls . We have been dealing with this issue since September 7, 2023. My attorney has left them messages and they have not replied to his calls & nor his messages. They have refused to fax my attorney my medical records, they said they sent them to a law firm which he doesn't work for, that law firm throws out records that aren't addressed to them and they have no proof they ever sent my records anywhere. How ignorant incompetent can they be to mail out personal records to a law firm which my attorney does not work for. Instead of faxing them to him to the fax # we provided. Goes to show that these people are not smart, they should hire professional personnel that actually care, & do return calls and reply to messages. It's obvious that they are there only for the pay check not to help patients.They still refuse to fax my attorney my medical records. I'm still being ignored every time I call my Case worker Mrs cuevas. I Am by law intitled to my medical records, don't see what the mystery is all about.

Temporary Account
8 months ago
1

I wish I could give it no stars unprofessional staff talking about my mental illness in front of others where I didn't want to be in the first place staff changes do much you're always at step one tells me I have to meet with them today or they close I case I crossed into america and wasted two dollars after I already tried to reschedule for them to tell me they prioritized someone over me I highly do not reccomend

Jessica Perales
8 months ago
5

Bryan Bryant
10 months ago
1

I've been trying to get in contact with them front desk passes me to a woman in charge of evaluating a client and whenever I call I get transferred to her phone line she never answers have left multiple voicemails.

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