Arbor Behavioral Healthcare

Luxury Ranch Setting for Healing

Located on 67 peaceful acres along the San Gabriel River, the property’s ranch-style residences, open pastures, and equine stables create a calm space for reflection and renewal. Clients reside in comfortable, air-conditioned rooms and enjoy chef-prepared meals, a swimming pool, and outdoor lounge areas. Amenities such as a fitness center and access to the surrounding nature encourage physical wellness and balance. The relaxed, Texas Hill Country atmosphere combines the comfort of a luxury retreat with the structure of clinical care.

Clinical, Hands-On Approach to Care

Each client receives an individualized treatment plan that blends evidence-based therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and EMDR with experiential and holistic methods. The facility’s equine-assisted psychotherapy program offers powerful opportunities for trauma healing and personal growth. Additional therapies such as yoga, art therapy, meditation, and mindfulness help clients reconnect with their bodies and emotions in a safe, supported environment.

Building Each Person’s Recovery Community

The center’s family programs invite loved ones into the recovery process through therapy, education, and experiential sessions, helping families rebuild trust and communication. With peers, clients participate in gender-specific groups and engage with 12-Step-inspired principles that emphasize accountability, connection, and self-awareness. On campus, daily peer meetings and evening reflection groups foster a sense of belonging and shared purpose.

Sustaining Recovery Long After Treatment

Following residential treatment, step-down options include extended residential care, intensive outpatient programming, sober living, and ongoing advocacy support. Each client leaves with a customized aftercare plan focused on relapse prevention, social support, and continued therapy. The alumni network provides regular meetings, community events, and virtual gatherings, helping graduates stay connected long after discharge.

Client Reviews

Most clients describe compassionate staff, structured programming, and a peaceful setting that supports recovery. Some raise concerns about costs, communication, and restrictive phone/contact policies.

• Staff & Care Experience (85% positive): Reviewers repeatedly highlight caring, accountable staff who “show up” and support people through hard moments. A few cite inconsistent communication or tone. “They truly cared about my recovery.”
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (85% positive): Many report life-changing results, trauma-informed care, EMDR/equine options, and strong step work. A minority felt the program was too focused on 12-Step for complex mental health. “This place saved my life.”
• Access & Process (45% positive): Admissions is often praised for compassion, but recurring challenges mention pressure to extend stays, billing surprises, and limited phone access. “Made me feel safe and in good hands.”
• Facility & Environment (80% positive): Peaceful ranch setting, comfortable common areas, and good food stand out. Some note bunk-style rooms and uneven amenities. “Meals made with love.”
• Support & Community (90% positive): Strong peer culture, alumni events, and step-down options help people stay connected after discharge. “Being part of the alumni is the best part!”
• Admissions & Communication (65% positive): Many applaud kind, proactive admissions staff. Others describe mixed messages about length of stay or discharge steps. “I felt supported from the first call.”
• Holistic & Experiential (85% positive): Equine therapy, EMDR, fitness, and mindfulness are widely valued. A few report difficult trauma processing experiences. “Equine therapy was transformative.”
• Accommodations & Amenities (75% positive): Food and grounds earn strong praise. Occasional critiques target room setups and the gym. “The food was the best I’ve ever eaten!”
• Family Involvement & Visitation (70% positive): Families cite helpful education and counseling, whereas repeated challenges focus on limited, monitored calls. “The family is supported and helped as well.”
• Insurance & Billing (30% positive): Some credit staff for navigating claims, but many cite high costs, unclear coverage, or pressure toward longer care.
• Technology & Communication Policy (10% positive): Policies aim to reduce distractions, but include common complaints centered on restricted, monitored phone time.
• Cleanliness & Upkeep (50% positive): Most find the campus well-kept. A few mention wear-and-tear or crowded bathrooms.