Benchmark Recovery Center (BRC) provides substance addiction treatment for adults 18 and older in Manor, Texas. The team at BRC offers a variety of services to support your recovery including detox, outpatient programs, and aftercare.
The BRC staff understands that recovery isn’t easy. They offer separate programs for men and women, allowing them the space and time to focus on recovery without distractions.
During their stay, guests learn about sobriety and work on building a support network to keep them accountable. The opposite facilities help residents have an area with others who can relate to their challenges and understand their unique backgrounds.
Taking that first step can be hard. Medical detox includes 24/7 nursing supervision and medications to help ease withdrawal symptoms for guests struggling with opioid or alcohol addiction. Monitoring helps guests remain comfortable and safe throughout their stay.
BRC wants clients to have sustained sobriety. The comprehensive treatment includes recovery management, which involves relapse prevention strategies to help avoid the pitfalls that often occur during the first few months after treatment. Case management is available to help with outside agencies or resources for continued support with healthcare and other necessities.
The campus is the perfect backdrop for tranquility in a rural area close to Austin. They have fitness facilities and recreational spaces to stay engaged in physical health and recovery.
A chef prepares nutritious meals that fuel recovery and keep guests satiated. It’s also near natural parks and wildlife refuges, which may promote relaxation and help with healing.
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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.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
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.
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.
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.
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Chemical dependency to alcohol and/or drugs may require medical detoxification. It can be dangerous, sometimes fatal, to stop taking some substances suddenly without medical intervention. It is always advisable to consult with professionals before stopping. Many residents who enter the BRC Recovery program require Austin alcohol and/or drug detox before they can enter the residential program. They work with and refer to medical professionals and facilities in the Austin and Central Texas area that provide detox services. They are able to make a professional assessment and if needed, take the necessary action.
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
12-step programs are addiction recovery models based on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). A number of substance abuse programs (including some drug and alcohol rehab centers) use the 12 steps as a basis for treatment. Beginning steps involve admitting powerlessness over the addiction and creating a spiritual basis for recovery. Middle steps including making direct amends to those who've been hurt by the addiction, and the final step is to assist others in addiction recovery in the same way. 12-Step offshoots including Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Cocaine Anonymous (CA), Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), Sex & Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and Gamblers Anonymous (GA). The staff is very knowledgeable of 12 Step recovery and have all personally worked through this program several times, thus providing them with the unique asset of helping the patient with their recovery.
Completing a drug or alcohol rehab program shouldn’t spell the end of substance abuse treatment. Aftercare involves making a sustainable plan for recovery, including ongoing support. This can include sober living arrangements like halfway houses, career counseling, and setting a patient up with community programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA). BRC Recovery has been providing extended care since 2006, long before the current terms, “continuum of care” and “recovery oriented systems of care” were industry buzz words. The original founder of the BRC Recovery program, Mark Houston, recognized the importance of a structured relapse prevention program and pioneered the monitoring concept when he developed a separate program for residents after they completed their residential stay.
Convincing a loved one to consider an addiction recovery program or addiction treatment can be a challenging process and may require a formal intervention. When people are addicted to alcohol, illegal drugs, prescription drugs, or all three, a primary characteristic of their disease is denial. The inability to see the reality of the problem, despite the obvious and sometimes fatal consequences, is common to suffering alcoholics and addicts. BRC Recovery works with Austin interventionists and professional alcohol and drug interventionists all over the Country to help concerned family members who have a loved one abusing or chemically dependent on alcohol and/or drugs.
After BRC Recovery residents complete the residential phase of the alcohol and drug rehab program, they have the opportunity to move into BRC Recovery-owned sober living. There are two gender-specific BRC Recovery Residences located in Central Austin, each with their own on-site manager. Residents have a supportive living environment providing them with supervision, structure and guidance as they transition into the next phase of the continuum of care.
Commonly known as "day treatment," a partial hospitalization program (PHP) offers intensive addiction treatment while allowing you to return home each day. It can serve as an alternative to inpatient hospitalization or as a step-down option. Depending on your needs, PHP treatment typically averages 90 days with a weekly requirement of 6-8 hours a day. PHP treatment offers a variety of therapeutic interventions such as individual counseling, group therapy, and psychoeducation. Oftentimes PHP treatment can be fully covered by insurance.
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.
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.
Substance abuse treatment is available in Texas for anyone who's struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. These programs usually provide a comprehensive assessment and individualized treatment plan, and include evidence-based treatments, like therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to reframe unhelpful coping strategies, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to help with emotional regulation and stress.
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.
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.
Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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.
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.
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.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
EMDR is a therapeutic modality originally developed to help process trauma. In an EMDR session, a patient is prompted to undergo eye movements that mimic those of REM sleep. This is accomplished by watching a therapist's finger move back and forth across, or following a bar of light. The goal is repetitive sets of eye movements that help the brain reprocess memory, which can significantly reduce the intensity of remembered traumatic incidents. Associated memories can heal simultaneously, leaving patients significantly calmer, more stable, and more emotionally relaxed.
Alcoholism and drug addiction are family diseases and in order for the resident to get well, all family members and significant others ideally will work on their recovery as well. BRC Recovery works with the family from the very beginning, offering communication and education to help them understand the recovery process and how they can support their loved one in alcohol and drug rehab. Family members are encouraged to attend family weekends and all BRC Recovery community events.
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.
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.
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The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
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11503 Parsons Rd
Manor, TX 78653
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I was diagnosed with PTSD after going here. It was the most awful experience of my life please don’t subject anyone you love or yourself to this. They believe in extreme measures and separate you from your loved ones. I really can’t express the damage they did to my lif ...
We had been searching for a program that was a good fit for my sister for a long time when we finally found Benchmark. After a time there she became a completely different person. All of my family is so grateful for this change her and if we could redo it all we wouldn't hes ...
The reviews for this facility are padded by staff member reviews. I am sober today and it was no thanks to this facility. The program is based on breaking down ones self image and reshaping it. It might work for some people. The program is very much like a 12 step cult. I was in a mentally broken state when I got there and left traumatized. They will tell your family lies and warn against enabling the alcoholic. I promise if I ever have a child I will support their choice to get sober and will also support their choice to drink, if they want to. I left this facility and walked 30 miles down I90 to get away from it. My family finally took me back home. This was definitely the worst treatment center i have ever been to. I am sober today and am happy.
Tyler McReynolds here. I have a long history with this place, and unlike many reviews, I actually went here. My brother went through 2 years before me and was there for 6 months. I even visited him at the time. He was sober for 15 years and I was in AA for 10 years consecutively too. I know exactly what goes on at this place, regardless of how you guys want to dress it up over time, or slap on a new coat of paint, or LLC. Staff took away my PTSD medication. I did not want to stop taking it, but they had confiscated it. It had no euphoric effect for me. Came up with their own taper schedule, and I was sick out of my mind for 2 months with no way to get help, while they accused me of not wanting to participate in their groups. Flying under the radar they called it. 30 days in, I could not take it anymore, and took off walking. Hitchhiked in the back of a pick up to a gas station. Begged for change for the pay phone. Made a phone call and wouldn’t you know - I sounded like a complete nut, and no one would believe me. How many people has that happened to. I have not forgotten my rage and disgust, at what you all tout as integrity. I do think: many people who actually survive places like this, have a criminal record and have much more difficulty in finding a steady job after treatment - don’t forget the employment gap. A low hanging fruit, which happens to not care about those things, is a job in the treatment industry. People I think start them with good intentions. But you are mixing good intentions with your livelihood. As time goes on, you get people like Mark Houston, who also threw in prestige and AA fame. They think they needed to be yelled and screamed at, so that is what they do to others. And they’ll say their Sobriety proves it, and that your best thinking wound you up there - so what do you know about anything. I was told we were all connected, all passengers on a ship and all of that - I disagree with that book now - but I would say if there is something that seems to connect me with people I know from AA, it is that we were shamed, dismissed, and ignored, instead of listened to, and instead of having the necessary time or resources to figure out what was going on, what led to the way life became. People kept deciding for me. And while I do not excuse it, I do think many who did that to me, did so based on people having decided things for them too. You are either callous, or too conflicted, from basing your entire career on AA. You have created a monopoly: treatment, sober living, aftercare, monitoring, e-cig juice. I have forgiveness for the wrongs I experienced in AA and treatment centers, but it is still going on. Will you be upset at me for speaking of it? I did not tell anyone to do these things. I was never interested in being involved. Then I spent 10 years in meetings every week, trying to figure out why things never really got better. I started drinking as a boy in 4th grade, and progressed like many do, substances at 14 and so on, and now I am in my 30’s, and I have been free of AA and any other program 5 years; what do your chips say on them? Don’t know what the answer is, but it’s not BRC Recovery, as its called this week. Never was. That was the problem. And part of why I could never figure things out. Life was a puzzle that people kept scrambling, when I’d finally found a corner piece and then they’d blame me. Ask my family for money. These treatment centers are de facto prisons, if you have been in one you know how hard it is to even speak of without sounding crazy. These places took a complicated situation, and made it impossible; turned my life into something even more twisted than before, and how confusing is that, when even courts send people to them all the time. I wish those who still intend well the best, but when will you stop? You all know exactly what I’m talking about with all of this, I do not fear any of you, and I’ll be in the ground before I get slandered or disrespected again, the way I got done at this place before. Don’t let them lie to you too.
Abuse. Repulsion. Aggression. Months of VILE treatment. Nothing but religious trauma. I cannot wait to detail and write about this cesspit.
Profits>the message. What a shame
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