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Gaudenzia Serenity House

Fredericksburg, TX

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Fredericksburg, TX · Accepts Medicaid · Private · TRICARE · Serves seniors.

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About Gaudenzia Serenity House

Gaudenzia’s Serenity House is a low-intensity residential treatment program for women with substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders. Their care team uses an evidence-based approach to provide individualized, gender-specific, and person-centered care. They deliver an integrated continuum of care that guides patients through every step of their recovery journey, with support available at a network of locations throughout Pennsylvania.
Located less than one block away from the Susquehanna River, Serenity House offers a safe and calming space for women seeking treatment. The center offers group and individual therapy sessions and facilitates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational enhancement therapy (MET) as part of each patient’s treatment plan. In addition, their care team provides family resources, alternative outpatient recommendations, and housing referrals. Gaudenzia is dedicated to crafting personalized care plans that are trauma-informed and culture-informed, ensuring treatment is tailored to each woman’s unique history and specific needs.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

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 · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential, Short-term residential
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation
Age groups
Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Adult men
Medications used
Acamprosate (Campral®), Naltrexone (oral), Naltrexone (extended-release, injectable), Medications for HIV treatment, Clonidine, Medication for mental disorders, Nicotine replacement, Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation
Recovery supports
Housing services, Assistance with obtaining social services, Mentoring/peer support, Employment counseling or training
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: 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

Contact & Location

Address

312 Balcones Drive, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

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Facility direct line

(844) 982-5129

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gaudenzia Serenity House accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Gaudenzia Serenity House accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific TX Medicaid plan. Call (844) 982-5129 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Gaudenzia Serenity House offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential, Short-term residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Gaudenzia Serenity House have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Adult men.
What therapy methods does Gaudenzia Serenity House use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Contingency management/motivational incentives, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at Gaudenzia Serenity House?
Call the facility directly at (844) 982-5129 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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