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Warriors Heart Texas is a peer-led recovery center that provides substance use and mental health disorder treatment exclusively to veterans, active-duty military members, and first responders. Set on a 543-acre ranch in Bandera, Texas, the program combines trauma-informed therapies with purpose-driven activities like woodshop, K-9 training, and martial arts. All levels of care are offered at the same location, and clients benefit from a grounded approach that fosters connection and long-term recovery.

Address

756 Purple Sage Road
Bandera, TX 78003

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Ages Served

  • Adults (Ages 26-64)
  • Young Adults (Ages 18-25)

Genders Accepted

  • Female
  • Male

Languages Served

  • English

Treatment

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Residential detoxification

Special Programs

  • Service members
  • Adult men
  • Adult women
  • Court referrals
  • Past domestic violence
  • Past sexual abuse
  • Past trauma
  • Mental health disorders
  • Veterans
  • Pain management
  • Seniors

Peer-Only Community for Veterans, Military, and First Responders

Warriors Heart Texas provides care exclusively for veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders. This demographic-based approach creates a treatment environment built on shared experience. Clients are surrounded by others who understand the demands of their professions and the effects of trauma, enabling deeper trust and a greater sense of belonging right from the start.

Ranch Setting Designed for Restoration

The 543-acre campus provides a quiet, nature-rich environment. The grounds feature private lakes, hiking trails, and wide-open spaces that encourage physical movement and personal reflection. Facilities include wood and metal shops, a gym, and designated space for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, all contributing to a physical and mental wellness during recovery.

Full Continuum of Care Without Disruption

Clients can access multiple levels of care on a single campus, including medical detox, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programming, long-term care, and sober living. This integrated model minimizes the stress of transitioning between programs or locations, supporting a more stable and consistent treatment experience.

Programming That Reflects Identity and Purpose

Specialized offerings speak to the mindset and experience of those who have served in complex, high-responsibility roles. In addition to jiu-jitsu, clients may participate in art therapy, fishing, and the K-9 program, where they train rescue dogs to become emotional support animals. These options serve outlets for stress, connection, and confidence-building in ways that aren’t solely reliant on talk therapy.

Transitional Living with Continued Support

Following primary treatment, clients can transition to the Warriors Heart Lodge, an onsite sober living option that provides additional structure and peer support. The lodge bridges the gap between residential care and independent living, offering ongoing counseling and accountability as clients begin to rebuild routines and responsibilities in everyday life.

Considerations from Patient Reviews

While many former clients express deep gratitude, others note issues with staff professionalism and transparency around trauma care. Some reviews describe a mismatch between the program’s military-forward culture and the nuanced needs of clients with complex trauma histories. Others raise concerns about financial clarity, especially when insurance is involved. Prospective clients should ask detailed questions about clinical fit and costs upfront.

Cost and Insurance

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • ComPsych
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Magellan
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • Other Private Insurance
  • IHS-funded
  • TRICARE
  • State insurance

Disclaimer: Additional insurance plans may be accepted. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage details, as this information may change.


Cost

Cost ratings are our best estimates to help guide you, not guarantees. Actual costs may vary with treatment, insurance, and other factors. While we aim for accuracy, details may change.

0% Coverage 60% Coverage 80% Coverage
30-day Treatment $23,490 $9,396 $4,698
60-day Treatment $46,980 $18,792 $9,396

Financial Assistance

  • Does not offer Free
  • Does not offer Payment assistance
  • Does not offer Sliding fee scale

Treatment

Treatment Setting

  • Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP)
  • Long-term residential
  • Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization
  • Residential detoxification

Treatment Approaches

  • 12-step program support
  • Anger control support
  • Brief intervention
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Incentive-based therapy
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relapse prevention support
  • Substance use counseling
  • Trauma-focused counseling

Additional Support and Services

  • Case management support
  • Help with transportation
  • HIV early intervention services
  • Mental health support
  • Social skills training

Counseling and Education

  • Family therapy
  • General health education services
  • Group therapy
  • Hepatitis education and support
  • HIV/AIDS education and support
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Substance use education
  • Tobacco and vaping cessation counseling

Transition Support

  • Discharge and next steps planning
  • Ongoing recovery care
  • Overdose prevention and naloxone education
  • Post-discharge follow-up

Testing & Pre-Treatment

  • Breathalyzer testing for alcohol
  • Community outreach and support
  • Comprehensive health checkup
  • Hepatitis B testing
  • Hepatitis C testing
  • Mental health assessment
  • Mental health screening
  • Oral fluid testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use assessment
  • Temporary support for clients
  • Testing for HIV
  • Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Tobacco use assessment
  • Tuberculosis screening
  • Urine testing for drugs or alcohol
  • Substance use screening

Amenities and Experiences

Amenities

  • Basketball court
  • Fitness center
  • Pool
  • Dietary accommodations
  • Healthy meals
  • Outdoor relaxation lounge
  • Ping pong table
  • Relaxation lounge

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioned rooms
  • Bathroom essentials
  • Desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Outdoor space
  • Private bathroom
  • Shared bathroom
  • Sofa
  • TV
  • Shared room options

Activities

  • AA/NA Meetings
  • Games
  • Movies
  • Secular meetings
  • Life skills workshops
  • Offsite outings
  • Spiritual or faith-based services

Settings

  • City
  • Coastal

Policies

  • Allows cell phones
  • Allows internet access
  • No vaping allowed
  • Smoking allowed in designated areas

Ownership Type

  • For-profit

Quality and Trust

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Reviews and Ratings

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  • Facility fosters purpose and renewal through camaraderie
  • Provides immeasurable healing and psychological rebirth
  • Supportive staff creates a home away from home
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How we research treatment facilities

Across the site, our team has conducted over 1,000 pre-admissions calls to better understand the patient experience, interviewed facility clinical leaders, performed facility background checks, and compared our information against trusted public data sources.

Our research process begins with data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), accrediting bodies including The Joint Commission and CARF, government licensing agencies, and other trusted sources. From there, our team conducts significant original research, including:

- Pre-admissions calls: We speak with admissions staff to get a candid picture of patient experience.

- Background checks: We review complaints from past clients, media reports, actions taken by accrediting bodies, and positive recognition from notable organizations.

- Clinical interviews: We have in-depth conversations with clinical leadership, often lasting up to one hour, that give us a better understanding of clinical care.

- Data partnerships: We ingest and analyze exclusive data that provides information about in-network insurance status, cost, and more.

Research varies by facility. Each facility profile shows which research steps we completed and when each step was last performed. Learn more about our research process and background checks.

How we evaluate treatment facilities

These data help us develop a Trust Score for each facility—a simple letter grade that helps you assess how much confidence to place in a facility based on the information available to us. Trust Score considers accreditation, operating history, notable recognition, and concerns identified during our background check. Our Trust Score is an objective rating that is never influenced by advertiser payment. Learn more about our Trust Score methodology.

Important disclaimer

We cannot guarantee the quality of treatment at any facility. We cannot independently confirm the accuracy of every data point, and some information may become outdated or change over time. A Trust Score is a starting point, not a guarantee of treatment quality or outcomes. Please contact us if you would like to update or correct facility information.