Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas
Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas in Pharr, TX, primarily focuses on behavioral health services for substance abuse and mental wellness. Established in 1991, the non-profit organization offers bi-lingual services in English and Spanish to the southern Texas communities, especially in Cameron and Hidalgo counties.
BHSST's mission is to deliver age-appropriate, evidence-based services aimed at preventing and reducing substance use while strengthening mental wellness across southernmost Texas communities. They emphasize integrating behavioral health with other life areas to enhance quality of life.
- Bilingual Services: Offers treatment in both English and Spanish to cater to a diverse community.
- Outpatient Programs: Provides individual and group counseling services for adults.
- Specialized Program: "Empowering Hope" is a 12-week addiction treatment program involving both individual and group sessions.
- Prevention Efforts: Implements strategies to prevent or reduce the risk of substance abuse.
BHSST treats substance abuse and mental health issues, serving primarily adults in Cameron and Hidalgo counties. Services benefit those seeking outpatient care in a supportive environment.
- 11 Conditions Treated
- Insurance Accepted
- 3 Levels of Care
- Speaks English, Spanish
- 21 Therapies & Programs
Staff
- Monica Hernandez SanchezChief Executive OfficerLicensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in social issues since 1999.
- Victor FragaDirector of FinanceCPA managing fiscal department since 2012, previously CFO and Comptroller.
- Nora A. TorresHuman Resources DirectorExperienced in operations, information support services, and information technology.
- BlancaDirector of Clinical ProgramsLicensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and Professional Counselor-Intern focused on intervention and treatment.
- Violeta DavilaStaff MemberCertified Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid professional.
Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance Abuse + Addiction Treatment
Substance abuse typically leads to addiction, which requires specialized treatment programs at Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas to address. Many people benefit from inpatient drug rehabilitation, which includes inpatient acute care and residential rehabilitation. Other levels of care include intensive outpatient therapy, individual counseling, and support groups. Family therapy is also an essential part of treatment for substance abuse.
A combination of treatments is often needed to treat drug abuse issues effectively. In the case of drug abuse, there is no easy answer or one-size-fits-all cure.
Levels of Care
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Aftercare Support, Drug Rehab, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Outpatient treatment plans cover diagnosis, detoxification, management, and counseling. They are a popular option for those who have graduated from inpatient facilities. Services in Texas include medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and individual and group therapy.
After treatment, addiction treatment can be frightening for newly sober people. Aftercare support provided by Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas is designed to give resources and help on a continued basis. It can involve finding housing in and around Texas, setting up 12-step meeting groups, continued medical monitoring, and counseling.
Therapies & Programs
Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Finding a peer group in Pharr, TX and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. The accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. This is generally introduced early in recovery and is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit.
A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. It is intended for those who are vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas aims to help patients understand the connection between their feelings, emotions, and behaviors and provide them with the tools to make a difference in Pharr, TX. For those whose addictions and habits originate from severe mental health problems, it is beneficial.
Negative feelings are common in substance abuse disorders. If not recognized, they can cause co-occurring disorders. CBT involves strategies that help to change the thinking and behavioral pattern. It can be administered as a monotherapy as well as a part of combination therapy.
Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) is a variation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that helps people understand how maladaptive, negative, and habitual thoughts and feelings lead to bad life choices. REBT is based on the idea that people operate under many irrational but habitual patterns of thought that fuel harmful practices.
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Location & Contact
5510 North Cage Boulevard Suite A
Pharr, TX 78577
Phone Number
(956) 787-7111
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Location
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5510 North Cage Boulevard Suite A Ste A
Pharr, TX 78577 -
(956) 787-7111
Accepts
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GenderFemale, Male
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AgeAdults (20+), Children (0-12), Teenagers
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ModalityFamily, Group, Individuals
Ownership
Listed May 26, 2020
Updated July 25, 2024
Pharr, Texas Addiction and Treatment
Texas is one of the primary hubs for drug smuggling into the country. The border between Texas and Mexico is more than 1,000 miles long. More than 10 million residents use alcohol every year and more than 25% of those are minors. Alcohol and drug use has become so common in Texas that almost 15% of all deaths can be attributed to these substances.
Pharr, a vibrant city near the Mexican border, boasts a subtropical climate and abundant outdoor activities. Hidalgo County, where Pharr resides, witnessed a 40% surge in opioid-related deaths between 2020 and 2024, with fentanyl accounting for 75% of all drug poisoning deaths in 2024.
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