Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston

7000 Fannin Street, Houston, TX 77030

3 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston

  • Location: Houston, TX
  • Levels of Care: Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston

Integrative outpatient care for seniors and adults with addiction, mental health, trauma, and LGBTQ+ support services. Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston is located in Houston, TX. The facility provides Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox programs. Treatment approaches include 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. This center serves Men, Women, Adolescents, Children, Older Adults, Young Adults, LGBTQ+, Veterans. Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston accepts 24 insurance providers, including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health. For more information or to verify insurance coverage, call (833) 567-5838.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Women Adolescents Children Older Adults Young Adults LGBTQ+ Veterans

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Detoxification
Outpatient Outpatient detoxification Outpatient methadone/buprenorphine or naltrexone treatment Regular outpatient treatment
Buprenorphine used in Treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere
In-network prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Buprenorphine maintenance Prescribes buprenorphine Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Maintenance service with medically supervised withdrawal after stabilization
Buprenorphine with naloxone Buprenorphine without naloxone Medications for HIV treatment Medications for Hepatitis C treatment Medications for pre-exposure to prophylaxis
Brief intervention Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Trauma-related counseling
State government
State Substance use treatment agency State department of health
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs No payment accepted
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Adolescents Young adults Adult women Pregnant/postpartum women Adult men Seniors or older adults Veterans Active duty military Members of military families Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients with co-occurring pain and substance use disorders Clients with HIV or AIDS Clients who have experienced sexual abuse Clients who have experienced intimate partner violence, domestic violence Clients who have experienced trauma
Comprehensive substance use assessment Interim services for clients Outreach to persons in the community Complete medical history/physical exam Screening for tobacco use Screening for substance use Screening for mental disorders Professional interventionist/educational consultant
Drug or alcohol urine screening HIV testing STD testing Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV)
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Self-help groups Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Recovery coach Mentoring/peer support
Opioids detoxification Medication routinely used during detoxification
HIV or AIDS education, counseling, or support Hepatitis education, counseling, or support Health education services other than HIV/AIDS or hepatitis Substance use disorder education Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling Individual counseling Group counseling Family counseling
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents
Female Male
Vaping not permitted
Case management service Early intervention for HIV Mental health services Social skills development Transportation assistance Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston offers 3 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

7000 Fannin Street, Suite 190, Houston, TX, 77030

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction Opioids Benzodiazepines Cocaine Methamphetamine

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Frequently Asked Questions

Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Center for Behavioral Emergency and Addiction Research/UTHealth Houston offers Co-Occurring Mental Health, Outpatient, Detox, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in TX or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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