Serenity Foundation of Texas Serenity House

312 Balcones Drive, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

Est. 1984 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Serenity Foundation of Texas Serenity House

  • Location: Fredericksburg, TX
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Detox
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Serenity Foundation of Texas Serenity House

Serenity House Treatment Center is in Abilene, Texas, near the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Since 1984, it has helped over 36,000 people overcome drug and alcohol problems. The center offers medical detox, residential treatment, and counseling for substance use disorders. Its programs focus on healing the mind, body, and spirit while guiding each person through their own recovery journey.
Serenity House uses a mix of proven therapies to support each person’s healing. Staff combine cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and person-centered counseling to help clients change thinking and behavior. Clients join daily group and one-on-one sessions to build skills, boost confidence, and stay motivated to change. Every program is tailored to each individual’s needs.
The Abilene center offers a home-like setting with separate housing for men and women. Clients enjoy on-site meals, a chapel, fitness spaces, and areas for recreation. Nurses and doctors watch over detox clients 24/7 to keep them safe and comfortable. The center creates a supportive space to rest, recover, and focus on building a new life.

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 Serenity Foundation of Texas Serenity House provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Men Men and Women Women

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Residential/24-hour residential Short-term residential
Naltrexone used in Treatment
No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Accepts clients using medication assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder but prescribed elsewhere This facility administers/prescribes medication for alcohol use disorder
Other contracted prescribing entity No formal relationship with prescribing entity
Prescribes naltrexone Relapse prevention with naltrexone Accepts clients using MAT but prescribed elsewhere Lofexidine or Clonidine detoxification
Acamprosate (Campral®) Naltrexone (oral) Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable) Medications for HIV treatment Clonidine Medication for mental disorders Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Anger management Cognitive behavioral therapy Contingency management/motivational incentives Motivational interviewing Relapse prevention Substance use disorder counseling Trauma-related counseling 12-step facilitation
Private non-profit organization
State Substance use treatment agency Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Federal, or any government funding for substance use treatment programs Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Private health insurance Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid SAMHSA funding/block grants
Payment assistance (check with facility for details)
Adult men
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
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol testing Drug or alcohol urine screening TB screening
Aftercare/continuing care Discharge Planning Naloxone and overdose education Outcome follow-up after discharge
Housing services Assistance with obtaining social services Mentoring/peer support Employment counseling or training
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 Marital/couples counseling
Smoking permitted in designated area
Young Adults Adults Seniors
Male
Vaping permitted in designated area
Case management service Mental health services Social skills development Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Serenity Foundation of Texas Serenity House

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.

Serenity Foundation of Texas Serenity House offers 2 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 8 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. Serenity Foundation of Texas Serenity House 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

312 Balcones Drive, Fredericksburg, TX, 78624

Quick Facts

Program30 days
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Insurance24 accepted

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Individual Treatment

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Drug Addiction Opioids Prescription Drugs Heroin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Serenity Foundation of Texas Serenity House accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Serenity Foundation of Texas Serenity House offers Residential Rehab, Detox, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Group Therapy, Life Skills. 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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