
At a Glance
Location
2801 North Gessner Road, Houston, TX 77080
Phone
877-489-4707Primary Focus
Treatment Settings
Treatment Approaches
Special Programs
About Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited psychiatric hospital at 2801 Gessner Rd in Houston, TX, offering inpatient, PHP, IOP, and outpatient levels of care for adults and adolescents facing substance abuse, chemical dependency, and co-occurring mental health conditions. The facility operates 24 hours a day, providing structured care across the full continuum — from inpatient stabilization through ongoing outpatient support.
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited psychiatric hospital located at 2801 Gessner Rd in Houston, Texas. Operating around the clock, seven days a week, the facility serves both adolescents and adults who are navigating substance abuse, chemical dependency, and a wide range of co-occurring psychiatric conditions — including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and others. Its dual focus on mental health and substance abuse treatment under one roof sets it apart from single-specialty programs in the Houston area.
The center provides a full continuum of care, spanning inpatient treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and standard outpatient services. This stepped-care structure means that someone can begin at the inpatient level when a higher degree of support is needed and then transition into PHP or IOP as stability grows — keeping them connected to the recovery process rather than leaving treatment abruptly. The outpatient program allows individuals to continue building on their progress while maintaining responsibilities in their daily lives.
Among the more distinctive clinical offerings at Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), a treatment rarely available outside a fully accredited psychiatric hospital setting. This positions the facility to serve individuals with complex, treatment-resistant psychiatric presentations alongside those seeking substance abuse treatment and recovery support. The facility's Joint Commission accreditation reflects a commitment to meeting nationally recognized standards of care quality and patient safety.
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital serves both adolescents and adults, making it one of the few addiction treatment and psychiatric resources in the Houston area equipped to address the needs of younger populations alongside adult patients. For families evaluating long-term recovery options, the breadth of conditions treated — from opioid addiction and methamphetamine addiction to cocaine, alcohol, benzodiazepine, and marijuana addiction — combined with psychiatric specialization means that co-occurring diagnoses do not have to be handled piecemeal across multiple providers. Reach the facility directly at (832) 834-7710 or visit houstonbehavioralhealth.com.
A Full Continuum of Addiction Treatment and Mental Health Care in Houston
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital offers four distinct levels of care — inpatient, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and outpatient — allowing individuals to enter care at the right intensity for their situation and transition through levels as their recovery progresses. This structure supports the kind of sustained engagement that long-term recovery requires, rather than a single episode of treatment followed by an abrupt return to daily life.
For people dealing with both substance abuse and a co-occurring psychiatric condition such as depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, or anxiety, having all levels of care within a single accredited psychiatric hospital setting reduces the disruption of switching between unconnected providers. The facility's outpatient program and IOP are particularly relevant for those building on inpatient or PHP progress while maintaining work, school, or family commitments in the Houston area.
Substance Abuse Treatment Alongside Psychiatric Specialty Care
The range of conditions treated at Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital reflects the reality that addiction rarely exists in isolation. The facility addresses alcohol addiction, opioid addiction, cocaine addiction, methamphetamine addiction, benzodiazepine addiction, marijuana addiction, and chemical dependency alongside psychiatric diagnoses including schizophrenia, PTSD, psychological trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, bipolar disorder, and depression. This dual capacity is meaningful for individuals whose substance use and mental health challenges are deeply intertwined.
The availability of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) on-site distinguishes this facility from most outpatient-only or residential-only addiction programs in Texas. ECT is typically reserved for severe or treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions and requires the infrastructure of a full psychiatric hospital — infrastructure that Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital maintains as a Joint Commission-accredited institution.
Who Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital Serves
The facility accepts both adolescents and adults, which is significant for families in the Houston area who may need a single treatment resource capable of addressing the needs of a younger family member alongside adult loved ones. Adolescents experiencing substance abuse, psychological trauma, self-harm, or suicidal ideation benefit from care within an accredited psychiatric hospital framework rather than a general behavioral health setting.
Adults at any stage of the recovery journey — whether entering inpatient treatment for the first time or stepping down from acute care into an IOP or outpatient program — will find a structured, multi-level environment at this facility. The 24-hour operating schedule means that the path into care does not depend on regular business hours, which matters when a family or individual is ready to take that step.
Why Joint Commission Accreditation Matters for Your Recovery Decision
Joint Commission accreditation is not automatic — it requires a facility to undergo rigorous external review of its clinical practices, patient safety protocols, and quality standards. For individuals and families evaluating addiction treatment and recovery centers in Houston, accreditation by The Joint Commission signals that Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital meets a recognized national benchmark for care delivery.
When choosing a long-term recovery partner rather than a one-time intervention, the credibility and accountability that come with Joint Commission accreditation carry real weight. It means the programs offered — from inpatient substance abuse treatment to the PHP and IOP — are held to documented standards, not just self-reported quality claims. For more information or to speak with someone about admission, call (832) 834-7710.
Why Choose Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
- One of the few Houston-area psychiatric hospitals offering Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) alongside substance abuse and addiction treatment programs
- Full continuum from inpatient through PHP, IOP, and outpatient — supporting longer-term recovery, not just acute stabilization
- Joint Commission-accredited, reflecting adherence to nationally recognized standards in both mental health and substance abuse care
- Serves both adolescents and adults, making it a rare dual-population resource for families navigating addiction and co-occurring psychiatric conditions
- Open 24 hours, ensuring around-the-clock access to care and admissions support
Frequently Asked Questions
What levels of addiction treatment does Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital offer?
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital provides four levels of care: inpatient treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and outpatient services. This continuum allows individuals to move through progressively less intensive levels of care as their recovery progresses, supporting sustained engagement rather than a single treatment episode.
Does Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital treat co-occurring mental health and substance abuse conditions?
Yes. The facility treats both substance abuse and chemical dependency alongside a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychological trauma, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. Treating these conditions together within one accredited psychiatric hospital setting can be more effective than addressing them separately across multiple providers.
What substances does the facility treat?
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital provides treatment for alcohol addiction, opioid addiction, cocaine addiction, methamphetamine addiction, benzodiazepine addiction, and marijuana addiction, as well as general chemical dependency. Individuals dealing with more than one substance or with a substance use disorder alongside a psychiatric diagnosis are within the facility's scope of care.
Does the facility serve adolescents as well as adults?
Yes. Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital serves both adolescents and adults. This makes it a valuable option for families in the Houston area who need a single accredited psychiatric and addiction treatment resource capable of addressing the needs of younger and older individuals alike.
Is Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital open around the clock?
Yes, the facility operates 24 hours a day. This means individuals and families can reach out about admission and care at any time, not just during standard business hours. The phone number is (832) 834-7710.
What is Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), and does this facility offer it?
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a clinical treatment typically used for severe or treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions, administered under medical supervision in a hospital setting. Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is one of the few addiction treatment and psychiatric facilities in the Houston area that offers ECT on-site, a capability supported by its status as a fully accredited psychiatric hospital.
Is Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital accredited?
Yes. The facility holds accreditation from The Joint Commission, a nationally recognized independent organization that evaluates healthcare facilities against established quality and patient safety standards. This accreditation applies across the facility's mental health and substance abuse treatment programs.
What is the difference between the PHP and IOP at this facility?
A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is a structured, higher-intensity level of outpatient care that typically involves multiple hours of programming per day and is suited for individuals who need significant support but do not require 24-hour inpatient admission. An Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a step below PHP in intensity, offering structured treatment while allowing more flexibility for daily responsibilities. Both are available at Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital as part of its stepped-care continuum.
Where is Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital located?
The facility is located at 2801 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77080, in Harris County. It serves adolescents and adults seeking psychiatric care and substance abuse treatment in the Houston area. You can call (832) 834-7710 or visit houstonbehavioralhealth.com for more information.
How does an inpatient program at this facility support longer-term recovery?
Inpatient treatment at Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital provides structured, round-the-clock care for individuals who need a higher level of support to stabilize. Because the facility also offers PHP, IOP, and outpatient levels of care, individuals completing inpatient treatment can transition into less intensive programs within the same system, maintaining continuity of care rather than starting over with a new provider.
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