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San Angelo, Texas

How to Choose Treatment in San Angelo

If you’re looking for the best help for you in San Angelo, you have options. You can find strong outpatient counseling, medications for addiction treatment (MAT), and 24/7 crisis support. Same-day detox or residential admission is possible, but spots can be limited — especially for teens and pregnant or postpartum people — so it helps to call ahead. Most private insurance plans are accepted, and if you don’t have insurance, there are free or very low-cost programs available. If you want culturally specific, specialized, or luxury residential programs, you may need to look outside of San Angelo.

How do I choose the right level of care?

Start with an independent assessment from a clinician who specializes in substance use problems and isn’t employed by a treatment center. They can help you choose between treatment options like outpatient, inpatient, withdrawal management (detox), and medications used alongside therapy. Learn more about choosing the right rehab for your needs, and use the filters in this directory to find the closest facility by level of care. 

When you call a program, ask how they decide your length of stay, how they involve you in your treatment plan, and whether they can adjust care based on your progress instead of a fixed timeline.

Can I start withdrawal management (detox) in San Angelo today?

Yes — help can start today. Call a 24/7 clinic to begin medication for withdrawal and stabilization, request an urgent outpatient evaluation, or access inpatient treatment. Call first to confirm space:

• Alcohol Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center Residential Treatment: 800-880-9641

• Shannon River Crest Hospital: 325-747-4700

If you are having a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

If you’re being treated for opioid or alcohol use, ask whether they offer or support MAT, whether you can start quickly, and how they’ll help you continue MAT after you leave detox or residential care. If they’re full, ask for bridge care (telehealth, interim medications, groups) so you can start right away.

Do I need to travel for rehab, or is care available in San Angelo?

You usually don’t have to travel. San Angelo and the surrounding Concho Valley region offer medical detox, inpatient rehab, outpatient therapy, MAT, telehealth services, and sober living homes. Travel helps if you have specific preferences, such as amenities like luxury rehab, private rooms, or pet-friendly care.

Paying for Addiction Treatment in San Angelo

How much does rehab cost in San Angelo?

Rehab prices can look overwhelming, but most people pay far less once insurance or financial aid is applied. Before you start treatment, ask for a written estimate, whether the program is in-network for your plan (and if prior authorization is required), and ask about sliding-scale fees or financial help. Learn more about the cost of rehab. 

What private insurers provide in-network coverage in San Angelo?

Many major plans include in-network options — commonly Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, and others. Always confirm network status, prior authorization, and copays with your plan and the facility.

Are there free rehabs in San Angelo?

Yes — you can find free or low-cost programs in San Angelo. If you don’t have insurance or resources, you can still get care through government-funded providers and nonprofit organizations. Start by dialing 2-1-1 for referrals, or use the Free, Sliding Scale Fee, and Payment Assistance. If you do have insurance, your plan may cover some or even the full cost of treatment — you’ll need to call the facility to confirm.

• 2-1-1 Texas: Dial 2-1-1 for referrals to low- or no-cost treatment, transportation, shelters, and other supports.

• Alcohol Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center Residential Treatment: San Angelo’s core provider for substance use services, offering detox, intensive residential treatment, outpatient programs, and recovery housing, all partially funded by state grants and local contributions.

• Texas’s OSAR (Outreach, Screening, Assessment, and Referral) system: Residents in the San Angelo area can get a free assessment and placement help via the Region 9 PermiaCare. 

• Nonprofit programs: Examples like Homeward Bound Inc. use state grants to offer detox and inpatient treatment regardless of ability to pay.

• Faith-based programs: Options include Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas (long-term, faith-centered residential care), the Salvation Army, and Rust Street Ministries.

• County and regional resources: The Concho Valley Community Resource Guide and MHMR Services for the Concho Valley can assist people with co-occurring mental illness, and veterans can work with the Veterans County Service Office or the local VA outpatient clinic to access care.

• Emergency stabilization: If you’re in a crisis (such as life-threatening withdrawal or intoxication), call 911 or go to the nearest ER. Care will be provided regardless of ability to pay (you may receive a bill later for hospital or ambulance services; financial-assistance programs are available through many local hospitals).

Keep in mind there are many free non-clinical peer support and counseling resources available as well.

Best Rehabs in San Angelo

What does “best” mean?

“Best” means best-for-you — care that matches your level of need, works with your insurance and budget, and fits your life (location, schedule, family). Start by listing what you need and what your plan covers, then choose an option you can start now and stick with. The programs below are examples of options that may be a good fit depending on your needs — explore them to see which might be right for you.

Facilities are included based on licensing, accreditations (when noted), years in operation, and endorsements from trusted local organizations. Always verify current availability and coverage. This is not a definitive ranking.

What are the best rehabs in San Angelo?

Notable rehabs to consider include Alcohol Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center Residential Treatment (a nonprofit with over six decades of experience providing affordable detox, residential, and outpatient treatment for adults, regardless of ability to pay), and Shannon River Crest Hospital (behavioral health hospital offering acute psychiatric care, medical detox, residential chemical dependency rehab, gender-specific programs, partial hospitalization (PHP), and intensive outpatient programs (IOP)). You can find multiple established providers with residential, outpatient, and crisis access in San Angelo. Before you choose, call to make sure there are current openings, the level of care offered, and in-network coverage for your insurance plan. Ask for a written estimate and bridge care if beds are full.

What are the best rehabs for men in San Angelo?

Consider Alcohol Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center Residential Treatment (offers gender-specific accommodations for adult men and provides tailored peer groups and counseling that support men as they work on sobriety, life skills, and relapse prevention) and Shannon River Crest Hospital (treats adult men through its inpatient, outpatient, and detox programs, offering psychiatric care, MAT, and therapy for people with co-occurring mental health needs). When you choose, look for programs that feel safe and respectful, offer evidence-based therapies, and encourage ongoing support after discharge.

What are the best rehabs for women in San Angelo (including pregnant and postpartum)?

Good options for women to look into are Alcohol Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center Residential Treatment (licensed to treat pregnant women and women with young children, and has specialized female treatment services including trauma-informed counseling, parenting support, and extended care options that can incorporate children into the recovery process) and Shannon River Crest Hospital (serves adult women who need hospital-level detox or psychiatric stabilization in a clinical setting). When you call a program, confirm that they can coordinate prenatal/postpartum care, that medications used are safe in pregnancy or while breastfeeding, and whether they offer childcare and transportation support.

What are the best intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) in San Angelo?

Both Alcohol Drug Awareness Center – Journey Recovery Center Residential Treatment and Shannon River Crest Hospital run IOPs that offer structured treatment while you continue living at home. Alcohol Drug Awareness Center’s outpatient clinic provides a substance use-focused IOP, typically meeting several times per week for group therapy, individual counseling, relapse-prevention education, and regular drug testing. Shannon River Crest Hospital operates IOP tracks for adolescents and adults, focusing on mental health or co-occurring disorders with multiple therapy sessions per week and medication management. If you compare IOPs, what matters most is whether the schedule fits your life, if the program addresses your primary concerns (addiction, mental health, or both), and whether there's a clear path to step up to higher care or step down to standard outpatient as your needs change.

Choosing the Right Rehab

Who can help me choose the best rehab in San Angelo right now?

You can start by calling the Alcohol Drug Awareness Center (800-880-9641). Staff can explain programs and, when needed, refer you to other providers, including hospital-level services. The local mental health authority (MHMR Services for the Concho Valley) and hospital social workers can also help you navigate options, especially if you have both mental health and substance use needs. When you call any program, say, “I’m in San Angelo and need help with [alcohol/opioids/etc.]. I have [no insurance/Medicaid/private insurance], and I’m looking for [detox/outpatient/residential].” 

How can I check if a San Angelo rehab is licensed (and accredited)?

Before you choose, look up the program on the Texas Health & Human Services state license lookup to confirm that it is licensed in Texas. Also ask whether they hold national accreditation (e.g., The Joint Commission or CARF). Accreditation isn’t required, but it’s a useful extra quality signal. Learn more about accreditation and other indicators of quality care.