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Nexus Gerard Family Healing

Austin, MN

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Outpatient Telehealth

Inpatient · Outpatient · Telehealth center · in Austin, MN · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Nexus Gerard Family Healing

Nexus Gerard Family Healing provides residential and outpatient mental health care and family support for individuals ages 6-18. They treat individuals with depression, anxiety, ADHD, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and behavioral problems. The center employs a family-centered approach, emphasizing healing and keeping families together.
The center's approach incorporates therapies like individual, group, and family counseling, along with psychiatric assessments. It also utilizes specialized trauma therapies such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), as well as experiential therapies involving sensory activities or animal interactions. These methods help individuals process trauma, develop coping skills, and build stronger family relationships, fostering emotional growth and stability.
The facility is set on a 12-acre campus in Austin, Minnesota, that was once the Hormel Estate. They provide a homelike setting with cozy bedrooms, a family living room, gardens, and trees. The campus also offers outdoor recreation areas, community gardens, comfortable common spaces, and an on-site K-12 school.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: 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 · Outpatient · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults
Special populations
Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Emergency services
Psychiatric emergency onsite services
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: County or local government funds; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

1111 28th Street NE, Austin, MN 55912

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Facility direct line

(507) 433-1843

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Nexus Gerard Family Healing accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Nexus Gerard Family Healing accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific MN Medicaid plan. Call (507) 433-1843 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Nexus Gerard Family Healing offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Nexus Gerard Family Healing have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Nexus Gerard Family Healing use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Nexus Gerard Family Healing?
Call the facility directly at (507) 433-1843 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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