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Blue Heron Recovery

San Antonio, TX

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP MAT Dual Dx Telehealth

Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx center · in San Antonio, TX · Accepts Private · TRICARE · Serves seniors.

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About Blue Heron Recovery

Blue Heron Recovery is a beautiful 18 acre oasis for adults overcoming substance abuse. Their programs include partial hospitalization (PHP), an intensive outpatient program (IOP), and outpatient therapy (OP) at their beautiful center in San Antonio, Texas. These programs range from a 1 to 6 month time commitment.
Clients are encouraged to break the cycle of addiction by developing healthy skills. The program therapies are highly individualized and include individual and group therapy, reality and solution-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) as well as art and music therapy. Clients are taught stress management and social skills and can be assisted with medication management as needed. To promote a healthy lifestyle, the center offers fishing, gardening, cooking classes, fitness classes, biking, and yoga on-site. Clients can enjoy the center’s beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces surrounded by lush greenery with access to gardens, walking trails, and a recreation area.
Blue Heron Recovery also emphasizes the importance of community in overcoming addiction. Thus, clients and their families or friends can participate in weekly family dinners, informative meetings, and community events.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for adults. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · PHP · MAT · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Young Adults, Seniors
Medications used
Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Recovery supports
Housing services, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Private or Community foundation; Cash or self-payment; U.S. Department of VA funds

Contact & Location

Address

2015 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78217

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Facility direct line

(888) 851-2431

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Blue Heron Recovery accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (888) 851-2431 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other TX centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does Blue Heron Recovery offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, MAT, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient, Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Blue Heron Recovery have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does Blue Heron Recovery use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Blue Heron Recovery?
Call the facility directly at (888) 851-2431 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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