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The Menninger Clinic

12301 Main Street
Houston, TX 77035
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About The Menninger Clinic

Their unique program offers multiple pathways that you can select to emphasize treatment in the areas you need most. In addition to substance abuse, you can choose other aspects, like emotional regulation, to examine new coping mechanisms.

Guests attend individual therapy where they can address the root causes of their addiction issues. These sessions help you identify healthier coping skills, recognize substance use triggers and learn relapse prevention strategies for the future. It allows one on one time with a skilled professional where you can share feelings related to your addiction.

Group psychotherapy sessions provide time with others in recovery who may share similar backgrounds and challenges. They can create a support network and reduce feelings of isolation that often come with substance abuse or mental health conditions. You will access proven methods, like dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and self-compassion.

They have drug or alcohol recovery groups where you find continued support for your recovery. Family involvement is encouraged. Social workers can schedule meetings with loved ones where they can understand your journey and learn about the disease of addiction.

Before completing treatment, you’ll have a discharge plan that assists with ongoing recovery treatment. The team will suggest the level of treatment that helps with your long term recovery goals.

They have a large, 50 acre campus with amenities like a saltwater pool, courtyard and a fully equipped gym. You’ll also have chef prepared meals with vegetarian and gluten free options available.

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Latest Reviews

Noelle B
6 months ago on Google
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I hate this place with a passion. Where I I even start? This is place is filled with evil people and bullies. Don’t expect them to be nice to you or help you. Some of them are nice but some of them arent. I just felt like the system wasn’t nice to me and didn’t care. As a sensitive, anxious person dealing with some health issues I was lumped in with a bunch of recovering drug-addicts and a few violent psychotics… They think all young people problems are the same. Sorry I am still not over the trauma an experienced here. Because of the bullying I was not able to get the help I needed and struggle to get my voice heard even today. Yeah, I’m sure there are people laughing about me but this is a big problem for people like me. We’re sick of being walked over and treated badly for being kind. The best place in the country that is no way. there are way better places. I was unable to get proper treatment here and left a quiet, withdrawn girl with even lower self esteem than before. I’m even worse at expressing which my needs and wants which is a a big problem when you’re dealing with health issues. I feel like they’re happy about this and happy they didn’t have to work and could just take my money. Well, I’m never letting this happen again. That is just bullshit. I deserve help just as much as anyone else: I’m learning to speak my mind and get the help I need and rest when I need to. I also came back extremely sleep- Deprived because their best idea of treating my condition was to keep me awake as long as possible. i am jsut grateful no one was violent to me and I didn’t die because the former happens a lot st these places. However, im sure that happens to others here. In my opinion, this is just another troubled “mental health center” that Needs a lot of reform. Sorry, not sorry. And no I’m not afraid I serve Big god. Also, not happy with the people who promised to talk to me and be my friends afterward and jsut left(shocker) Anyway, Back home with my parents and safe and able See my friends, rest if I want and get proper medical care. It’s amazing. Don’t go here it’s terrible. Did I mention the way they belittle you and act like your problems don’t matter And they don’t care unless you’re having some type of psychotic episode??? Ya it’s just awful, people will bully you and prevent you from getting proper treatment. It’s just a nightmare…I wasn’t even sure where to go because I was so terrified(they chalked this up to me “not participating in the program”)Maybe if people had actually been nice to me a I would have. Whatever, no I am just a quiet, with Drawn girl, who feels forced to follow up a bunch of Rules and is still struggling with health problems some of them called us by this institution. that hadn’t happened I would be able to get the treatment I needed and be healthy and doing better today. But unfortunately, that isn’t the case. And the pictures make this place look like it’s luxury and nice. Just no.
Response from the owner6 months ago
Hello Noelle
We're very sorry to hear that are unhappy with your experience. We are sending your concerns to our Patient Advocacy department. We cannot discuss your personal situation or health information on this platform, but please reach out to our Patient Advocate Dept. at 713-275-5035 so that we can resolve this matter. Thank you and wishing you all the best.
Kai Kennedy
6 months ago on Google
5
This facility changed my life when I was 16. I am forever grateful for the staff at Menninger clinic 💕
Response from the owner6 months ago
Hi Kai, we're so happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with us! Thank you so much for sharing and we wish you the best! 😊
Spoiled Splenden
6 months ago on Google
5
You get out what you put in. This place was literally life changing for me. Private rooms, you're assigned a team based on individual patients needs of a psychiatrist, individual therapist, and social worker, the grounds are gorgeous, the groups are run by people who are very good in their fields (like they have doctorates and some are even univeristy professors), the cafeteria does not suck and there are plenty of options (even multiple options for vegetarians and vegans), you can apply for different levels of responsibility (like how much trust staff can give you, you can get to the point where you can leave the unit alone and go for a walk), they give you an assigned private phone and MP3 player, the staff actually appears to enjoy their jobs, you are given resources for all of your needs. BUT you have to be willing to put in the work. They cant fix your problems for you. They cant make you contact your family, they cant make you take your medication, they cant make you go to group; you have to do that for yourself. It may be expensive, but you get your money's worth IF you put in the effort. But you have to want it. No one can do that part for you, but they will give you every resource they can, and will advocate for you tooth and nail with insurance. Of course theres other reviews of "this place is horrid" because its literally a psychiatric facility, not everyone there is going to have a good time. There was another Google review that made me consider and eventually pick this place as the place for me to get help that said "this place is actually ok." Its genuinely actually ok. If youre ready to change your life for the better and dedicate yourself to doing so, they will with open arms be ready to help you. Please consider this option. Compared to other places I have been inpatient, this has been the best mental health experience I've ever had. Genuinely.
Response from the owner6 months ago
Hello and thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We're so glad that you showed up for yourself and that your time here has been transformative. We wish you all the best on your mental health journey!
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Accepted Insurance

Please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

The Menninger Clinic works with several private insurance providers, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Other Forms of Payment

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

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.

Inpatient rehab programs are geared toward clients in early recovery. They also provide intensive support for clients in crisis and those at an increased relapse risk. Clients receive housing and meals while in inpatient care, allowing them to focus solely on their recovery. Most programs prioritize addiction counseling but may draw on various psychotherapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, RBT, trauma therapy, and motivational interviewing. Life skills training and holistic therapies are also common in inpatient care.

Rehab aftercare programs are based on a model of continuing care and the premise that recovery is a life-long process requiring ongoing client support. Many rehab aftercare services include outpatient care, but clients often continue to receive support after being discharged from formal treatment. Case managers and care teams typically collaborate with clients to design their long-term care plan, which may include peer coaching, career counseling, and 12 step program induction, among other services.

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

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.

Programs

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.

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Clinical Services

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.

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.

Amenities

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Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Armando E. Colombo

President & CEO

Robert J. Boland, MD

Senior VP & Chief of Staff

Harrell W. Woodson, PhD

VP, Clinical Services

Paul Daugherty, Jr., MS, RN

VP, Strategy & Organizational Effectiveness

Laurie H. Marino

VP, Marketing & Business Development

Gerald Noll, MBA

CFO

Christi Peters, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC

Chief Nursing Officer

Andrea Preisinger, SPHR

VP, Human Resources

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
Accreditation Number: 3007

Contact Information

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12301 Main Street
Houston, TX 77035

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3.44 (133 reviews)
Renee Jackson
1 day ago
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Natalie
3 days ago
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The Menninger Clinic is well-run with very comfortable amenities; however, it wasn’t long into my stay before I could feel myself slipping through the cracks without relief from the symptoms that had brought me in. I have a condition called dysautonomia, which, in my case, heavily overlaps with depression and anxiety due to its negative impacts on my quality of life. (i.e., severe fatigue, brain fog, lightheadedness, and nerve pain) I understand that Menninger is not a dysautonomia clinic, but many psychiatric medications have a significant impact on autonomic nervous system functioning, and I felt that my doctor on the Adult A unit was unwilling/unable to consider these things when prescribing medication. I have a history with psychiatric medications, and tried to speak up about the ones I don’t tolerate to save time and resources, (i.e. antipsychotics), but it felt like the more I tried to communicate with my team and advocate for what I felt I needed, the more they turned away. Looking back, I wish I had the foresight to take my finite resources somewhere more up-to-date on research and capable of considering the nuanced aspects of my case. I still think that you can get something out of Menninger if you’re new to therapy and CBT/DBT, but if you need medication management or struggle with dysautonomia and/or other forms of complex chronic illness (fibromyalgia, ME/CFS, long covid, migraine, autoimmune conditions, ect.) alongside your mental health I would strongly advise you to seek care where the intersection of autonomic nervous system dysfunction, neurology, and psychiatry is more accepted and understood.

Response from the owner
We're sorry to hear that your experience was not aligned with your expectations. We are sending your concerns to our Patient Advocacy Department. While we cannot discuss your personal situation or health information on this platform, we do encourage you to reach out to our Patient Advocate Dept. at 713-275-5035 so that we can resolve this matter. Thank you and wishing you all the best.
Bobby Joe
2 weeks ago
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I checked in here for an 8 week stay, but it was such a scary and horrible experience. I cannot even get in to it or I will start to feel so sad about it. Suffice it to say, I wanted to leave the facility after only 30 minutes inside, but they said I was a danger to myself and no longer had the freedom to choose to leave. It took 30 hours of fighting to be able to even see the people responsible for my care, and actually leave the facility. I was locked inside the entire time.

Response from the owner
Hi Bobby Joe, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. While we cannot discuss personal or health information in this space, we take all concerns seriously and would welcome the opportunity to learn more. We encourage you to contact our Patient Advocacy department at 713-275-5035 so we can better understand your experience. We wish you all the best.
Shannon Foshee
3 weeks ago
1

The staff didn't like me

Response from the owner
Hi Shannon,
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. While we cannot discuss personal or health information in this space, we take all concerns seriously and would welcome the opportunity to learn more about your experience with Menninger.
We encourage you to contact our Patient Advocacy department at 713-275-5035 so we can discuss your details. We wish you all the best.
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