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By the Numbers: Austin
Travis County reported over 250 drug overdose deaths in 2023 — a number that has more than doubled since 2019 as Austin's population has grown.
Understanding Addiction in Austin, Texas
Austin's rapid growth has been accompanied by rising rates of substance use, particularly stimulant use disorder, opioid addiction, and alcohol-related issues among its young adult population.
Travis County has a growing treatment ecosystem including Integral Care (the county mental health authority), Dell Seton Medical Center at UT, and a strong sober living and recovery housing network.
Treatment Options in Austin
The right level of care depends on the substance being used, how long someone has been using, their medical history, and their support system. Here is the full continuum available in and around Austin:
- Medical Detox — Medically supervised withdrawal management, typically 5-10 days. Required for alcohol, benzodiazepines, and opioids.
- Residential Treatment (RTC) — Live-in programs, typically 28, 60, or 90 days. Intensive daily therapy, structure, and peer support.
- Partial Hospitalization (PHP) — 5-6 hours of treatment per day, 5 days per week. Step-down from residential or a higher level of outpatient care.
- Intensive Outpatient (IOP) — 9-15 hours of treatment per week. Evening options available for working adults.
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) — Buprenorphine (Suboxone), methadone, or naltrexone (Vivitrol) for opioid and alcohol use disorders.
- Sober Living / Recovery Housing — Structured sober environments following formal treatment. Critical for long-term recovery success.
How Insurance Works for Austin Rehab
Under the Affordable Care Act, all marketplace plans and most employer-sponsored insurance plans are required to cover substance use disorder treatment as an essential health benefit. This includes detox, residential, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment.
The Recovery Source verifies your insurance benefits before you commit to anything. We identify your in-network options, explain your out-of-pocket costs, and help you avoid unexpected bills. The service is completely free.
How The Recovery Source Works
We are a free placement service. When you call us, a specialist will:
- Listen to your situation without judgment
- Verify your insurance and identify covered programs
- Match you with licensed, accredited treatment centers
- Coordinate your admission and answer every question
We do not charge patients or families. We work with treatment centers across Texas and nationwide, so if local options are limited, we can place you in a quality program elsewhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Recovery Source connects Austin residents with licensed treatment programs locally and across Texas and the nation. Call (754) 234-1450 for free guidance and insurance verification.
Yes. Austin has multiple evening and weekend IOP programs designed for working adults. These programs typically meet 3 evenings per week for 8-12 weeks, allowing you to maintain employment while getting treatment.
Yes. Austin has a growing network of recovery housing and sober living homes, many affiliated with local treatment programs. The Austin Recovery Housing Coalition can provide referrals.
UT Austin and other area universities have counseling center resources and can connect students with treatment. For more intensive help, call (754) 234-1450 — we specialize in young adult treatment placement.
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Also serving surrounding Travis County communities. State: Texas drug rehab guide.