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San Marcos Treatment Center

120 Bert Brown Street
San Marcos, TX 78666
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San Marcos Treatment Center TX 78666

About San Marcos Treatment Center

San Marcos Treatment Center is a licensed and accredited residential behavioral health facility in San Marcos, Texas serving children, adolescents and their families.

The center treats a wide range of behavioral, emotional and psychiatric conditions through structured programs tailored to younger populations.

Their mission centers on helping young people heal in a supportive campus environment designed to foster lasting growth and recovery.

Residential Treatment for Youth

San Marcos Treatment Center specializes in residential care for children and teens facing complex emotional and behavioral challenges.

With dedicated child and adolescent programs, the center provides age appropriate treatment guided by an experienced clinical team on a purpose built campus.

Treatment blends individualized therapy with structure, skill building and therapeutic activities that address underlying issues driving each young person’s struggles.

Patients engage in a supportive daily routine designed to promote stability, personal growth and long term progress.

Experiential Healing

Beyond traditional therapy, San Marcos Treatment Center integrates a robust therapeutic activities program, including its signature Healing Trail.

These experiential offerings help young patients build confidence, develop coping skills and connect with their recovery in meaningful ways.

Next Steps

San Marcos Treatment Center provides in person residential treatment at its dedicated campus at 120 Bert Brown Street in San Marcos, Texas.

The facility is fully licensed and accredited, with specialized programs for children, adolescents and military connected families.

The center works with a range of insurance options, and its admissions team can help families understand coverage and next steps.

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Facility Overview

Bed icon 212
Number of Available Beds

Latest Reviews

Adrienne King
1 month ago on Google
5
I cannot say enough good things about our experience with San Marcos Treatment Center. Having a child in residential treatment is incredibly difficult, but I have genuinely felt like the people here care about my daughter and our family as a whole. Ms. McArthur, her therapist, deserves special recognition. She doesn't feel like someone simply providing therapy to my daughter—she feels like a partner in our family's healing process. She listens, she challenges us when we need it, and she has created a space where family therapy feels productive instead of something we all just have to get through. And then there are her family therapy games. 😂 Ms. McArthur has a very special talent for coming up with activities that seem innocent and fun until you realize you've somehow been tricked into communicating, being vulnerable, and working through actual issues. They are the absolute best kind of evil. 😂 They're engaging, creative, and have led to some genuinely meaningful conversations and moments for our family. Most importantly, I have seen real growth in my daughter. I feel heard as a parent, included in the process, and confident that the people working with her genuinely want her to succeed. If you're a parent reading reviews because you're scared and trying to figure out whether you're making the right decision for your child, I understand that feeling completely. Our experience with San Marcos Treatment Center—and especially with Ms. McArthur—has given me so much to be grateful for. I would wholeheartedly recommend them.
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful and detailed review of San Marcos Treatment Center and Ms. McArthur. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are grateful to know that our team’s support and approach to family work have been meaningful for you.
Miranda Brooke
3 months ago on Google
5
My child spent some time here and was happy during that time. His treatment team and I would have liked more time so he could make meaningful progress with his goals, but insurance had other ideas. Regardless, his treatment team tried advocating for him to stay longer and he enjoyed his time there. He is home but says he misses some of the staff and speaks highly of SMTC and the friends he made.
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you so much for your feedback! We truly appreciate it and hope you have a great day!
Brooke O
4 months ago on Google
5
San Marcos was a blessing for my daughter and our family. Her therapist, Baskins was amazing. All of the nurses we encountered were amazing. The support we received from everyone was truly so helpful. I watched my daughter blossom over the last 3 months. We had multiple stays at short term pysch hospitals and I knew I had to make the difficult decision for an RTC, but it was a blessing in disguise. The hardest thing I ever did but I can say whole heartedly this was exactly where we needed to be. This has been the only place we actually seen improvement with. They took care of her when I couldn’t. They were so supportive of our family visits. Offering support and advice. My daughter is glowing. She’s happy. She’s healing. I know we wouldn’t be where we are now if it wasn’t for all the support and guidance we received from San Marcos.
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us! Compliments such as these are held very dear to our hearts. We’re currently working on a staff recognition campaign and would like to share your kind words with our community. If we may include your anonymous feedback, please fill out the following form by visiting https://ebgw.short.gy/SanMarcos. Thank you again for sharing your thoughtful comments with us.
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Accepted Insurance

Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

San Marcos Treatment Center works with several private insurance providers, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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.

24-hour clinical care in Texas provides a safe environment for medical detox. This setting is crucial to provide medical care during withdrawal. Certain withdrawal symptoms can cause life-threatening conditions, but patients in a supervised clinical setting have treatment readily available to address any symptoms before they become severe. Treatment can also be provided for co-occurring physical and mental health issues.

Treatments

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.

Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.

Alcoholism occurs when a person becomes physically and psychologically dependent on alcohol. Attending a professional alcohol rehab in Texas can provide customized intervention methods to address the physical, mental, and relational challenges of addiction.

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.

mental-health iconMental Health And Substance Abuse
opium iconOpioid 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.

Programs

The providers who specialize in the children's rehab space understand the specialized needs that this population faces. School-based and social services such as tutoring and family counseling are often central to treatment. Child programs may also address the needs of youth experiencing substance abuse in the home, including a parent's or sibling's addiction.

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).

Clinical Services

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.

Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.

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.

Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.

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.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

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.

Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.

Addiction recovery treatment in Texas will offer recreational therapy in a holistic approach to treatment. Therapy incorporates enjoyable activities that support your physical and mental health, such as team sports, creative arts, or individual sports. This activity gives you an emotional outlet, reduces your stress, and improves your mood, each of which promotes long term sobriety.

Amenities

  • home-setting iconResidential Setting

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Andrew Herod

CEO

Gregory Wysocki, CPA

CFO

Shephali Sharma, M.D.

Executive Medical Director

John Rust, M.D.

Unit Medical Director

Winston Chieza, MHSN, BSN, RN

Director of Nursing

Ragan Aaron, LPC-S, RPT-S, CCTP

Director of Clinical Services

Sean Garner, LPC, RPT

Director of Clinical Programming

Bari Roberts

Director of Admissions

Sherri Gonzalez, MBA

Director of Business Development

Accreditations

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

Rehab.com regularly reviews this listing for accuracy but changes may occur between updates. For the most up-to-date information, please contact San Marcos Treatment Center.

Contact Information

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120 Bert Brown Street
San Marcos, TX 78666

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Reviews of San Marcos Treatment Center

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This isn't the best place,but i can actually say i got help from here.it takes a while to realize there is no way to cheat this system.the only way you leave is if you actually do the work.throughout my time,i saw kids leave within a month,some even took years to realize thi ... Read More

Reviewed on 2/17/2019
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This place is dangerous the staff will actually increase your child’s diagnosis by the way they treat them they yell and curse at them the upper management does absolutely nothing to To the staff that are missed treating the kids. My son was held and restrained by a staff ... Read More

Reviewed on 11/19/2018
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2.79 (177 reviews)
Tara Brooks
1 day ago
4

If have a special place in my heart for this place!! I don't think my son or my daughter would still be here today if it weren't for San Marcos Treatment Center!!! What a wonderful place & most of the staff is beyond amazing! They truly care about the kids, their well being and mental health.

Samantha SpybuckOrtega
3 weeks ago
5

My child spent almost a year and a half here. (7/23-11/24) The communication with the team (especially therapist Oren Baskin) was amazing! The cleanliness, staff, & environment were all top tier! I saw massive (positive) changes in my daughter once she returned home. Before the treatment center, we were dealing with big baffling behaviors such as Elopement, physical aggression & abuse, verbal abuse & destructive behaviors, agitation & massive outbursts. At this time, since she's been out, we see so much less. (Only back talks and occasional verbal outbursts but not verbally abusive) I cannot be more thankful for this place! 🙏 ❤️

Response from the owner
Your feedback is important to us and we really appreciate you taking the time to share it with us. Thank you for the kind words and we hope you and your daughter are doing well. Take care!
MR&MRS GARCIA
4 weeks ago
5

My daugher came home alot better today us her 2 day home and I see a big differences im just waiting for her medication they watched over my daugher when things went wrong and very good.. staff and nurses were wonderful also Crystal Perez was wonderful as well

Response from the owner
So glad to hear this terrific feedback! Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. Take care.
Heheh dhhe
1 month ago
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Low down nasty trifling mental health facility, anyone giving this place above one star is a DAMN lie. If you want to improve your mental health and your mind you’re better off never coming here!!

Response from the owner
We appreciate that you took the time to review us. For us to be more helpful, we would like to learn additional details about what led to this review. Please visit https://sanmarcostc.com/contact-us/ and provide us with your contact information so we can reach out to you and work toward a resolution. We hope to hear from you soon.
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