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Residential Treatment Center for Warriors / First Responders · Bandera, TX

Warriors Heart

Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Sober Living
Address
756 Purple Sage Road
Bandera, TX 78003
Accredited by
Joint Commission (JCAHO)
Insurance accepted
1 carriers including TRICARE
Warriors Heart - drug and alcohol detox center in Bandera, TX

About

About Warriors Heart

Warriors Heart is a private residential treatment center on a Texas Hill Country ranch in Bandera, designed from the ground up to serve only active-duty military, veterans, law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, corrections officers, and other frontline responders. The peer-only milieu is the central clinical premise: by treating warriors alongside other warriors, the program aims to dissolve the trust barrier that often blocks engagement when first responders are placed in mixed civilian residential programs.

Clinical services include medically supervised residential treatment for chemical dependency, intensive outpatient programming, sober living, and brain-based therapies including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and MeRT. Treatment plans address the conditions warriors most commonly present with: alcohol use disorder, prescription opioid dependence, cocaine and methamphetamine use, PTSD, military sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, traumatic brain injury, and co-occurring presentations of these. Cognitive behavioral therapy and 12-step process work anchor the verbal therapy track, while electives such as wood and metal shop, art, jiu-jitsu, yoga, and the on-site K9 department offer experiential and physical pathways into recovery.

Warriors Heart is Joint Commission accredited and is an in-network VA Community Care Provider; veterans must obtain prior authorization through the VA to access covered services. TRICARE is accepted for active duty and military families, and the admissions team performs a courtesy insurance verification for private carriers. Self-pay and state insurance options are also available. A second campus in Virginia extends the program geographically.

After completing the residential phase, clients can transition into outpatient programming and sober living on or adjacent to campus, with longer-term peer support delivered through Warriors Anonymous, the Warriors Heart App, and alumni programming. The clinical and cultural emphasis is on rebuilding identity and purpose around continued service, framing recovery as the next mission rather than a withdrawal from one.

  • Only private detox center exclusively serving veterans, military, and first responders
  • Joint Commission-accredited medical detox with 24/7 medical supervision
  • Specialized withdrawal protocols for combat trauma and PTSD patients
  • TRICARE and Veterans Affairs coverage accepted
  • 400-acre ranch setting with military-focused therapeutic activities

Treatment

What this center treats and how

Levels of care
Residential Treatment Outpatient Program Intensive Outpatient (IOP) Sober Living
Conditions
Alcohol Use Disorder Prescription Drug Abuse Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Trauma Military Sexual Trauma Depression Anxiety Disorders Cocaine Abuse Methamphetamine Abuse Heroin Addiction Chemical Dependency Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Co-Occurring Disorders
Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Brain Therapy (TMS/MeRT) The 12-Step Process K9 Therapy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Yoga Art Therapy Equine-Adjacent Outdoor Therapies
Populations
Active Duty Military Veterans National Guard & Reserves Law Enforcement Firefighters EMT & EMS Professionals Paramedics Corrections Officers First Responders Men Women
Languages
English
Facility
The Ranch residential campus Lakeside residential Warriors Heart Lodge Warriors Heart Virginia campus Metal shop Wood shop Art studio K9 department Jiu-Jitsu mat Yoga studio

Location

Where it is

756 Purple Sage Road, Bandera, TX 78003 Get directions

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Medical Detox Programs for Veterans and First Responders

Warriors Heart provides medically supervised detox specifically designed for military personnel and first responders struggling with alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and other substances. The facility's medical detox program operates under 24/7 medical supervision with withdrawal management protocols tailored to address the unique physiological and psychological needs of veterans and active duty personnel.

Detox services include alcohol detox for military personnel with service-connected drinking patterns, opioid detox for prescription pain medication dependencies common among combat veterans, and comprehensive drug detox for stimulants like cocaine and methamphetamines. Medical staff understand the connection between combat exposure, chronic pain, and substance dependence, providing appropriate pharmaceutical interventions and monitoring throughout the detoxification process.

Withdrawal Management for Co-occurring PTSD and Trauma

The facility specializes in managing withdrawal symptoms while simultaneously addressing underlying trauma conditions like PTSD, TBI, and military sexual trauma. This dual approach recognizes that many veterans and first responders use substances to self-medicate trauma symptoms, requiring specialized withdrawal protocols that account for psychological stability during detox.

Medical staff coordinate detox medications with trauma-informed psychiatric care, using cognitive behavioral therapy and brain therapy (TMS/MERT) during the stabilization period. This integrated approach helps prevent the psychiatric destabilization that can occur when trauma patients undergo traditional detox programs not designed for their specific needs.

Insurance Coverage and Payment Options

Warriors Heart accepts TRICARE, Veterans Affairs benefits, private insurance, and state insurance plans, making medical detox accessible to military families and first responder personnel. The facility works directly with TRICARE to coordinate coverage for both medical detox and residential treatment phases, streamlining the authorization process for active duty and veteran families.

Financial counselors assist with Veterans Affairs benefits coordination and private insurance verification. Self-pay options are available for first responders whose departments may cover treatment costs or for families preferring private payment arrangements.

Ranch Setting and Specialized Amenities

The 400-acre ranch facility in Bandera provides a therapeutic environment designed for military and first responder culture. Amenities include wood and metal shops for hands-on therapy, a K9 department for animal-assisted interventions, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs that appeal to the physical training background of military and law enforcement personnel.

Warriors Heart Lodge serves as the primary residential facility, while lakeside areas provide space for outdoor therapy sessions. These purpose-built amenities support the transition from medical detox to residential treatment, offering familiar activities that resonate with military and first responder backgrounds while supporting long-term recovery goals.

After Care

Continuing support

Warriors Anonymous peer fellowship Warriors Heart App Alumni programming Sober living transition Outpatient continuing care

Cost & Credentials

What's covered and who vouches for it

Insurance accepted
TRICARE
Payment options
Private Insurance TRICARE Veterans Affairs Community Care Self-Pay / Cash State Insurance
Accreditations
Joint Commission (JCAHO)

Common questions

FAQs About Warriors Heart

What types of substances does Warriors Heart provide medical detox for? +
Warriors Heart offers medical detox for alcohol abuse, prescription drug dependencies, cocaine, methamphetamines, and heroin addiction. The facility provides medically supervised withdrawal management with 24/7 medical supervision specifically designed for veterans and first responders.
Does TRICARE cover medical detox at Warriors Heart? +
Yes, Warriors Heart accepts TRICARE, Veterans Affairs benefits, private insurance, and state insurance. The facility works directly with TRICARE to coordinate coverage authorization for both medical detox and continuing treatment phases.
How long is the typical detox program at Warriors Heart? +
Medical detox length varies based on the substance and individual medical needs, typically ranging from several days to two weeks. Warriors Heart offers multiple levels of care including medical detox, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, and sober living to provide continuity of care.
Can family members visit during medical detox? +
Warriors Heart operates 24 hours daily and accommodates family involvement in treatment planning. Specific visitation policies during medical detox depend on the patient's medical stability and treatment phase, with more flexibility as patients transition to residential treatment.
Do you treat veterans with PTSD during detox? +
Warriors Heart specializes in treating co-occurring PTSD, TBI, military sexual trauma, and substance abuse simultaneously. The medical detox program includes trauma-informed withdrawal protocols and psychiatric support specifically designed for combat veterans and first responders with trauma histories.
What makes Warriors Heart different from other detox centers? +
Warriors Heart is the first private, fully licensed detox center exclusively serving veterans, active military, and first responders. The facility is Joint Commission-accredited and provides specialized withdrawal management that accounts for military culture, combat trauma, and first responder stress patterns.
Can active duty military personnel receive treatment? +
Yes, Warriors Heart serves active duty military, National Guard, reserves, veterans, and first responders including law enforcement, firefighters, EMT professionals, and emergency room staff. The facility coordinates with military commands and accepts TRICARE coverage for active duty personnel.
Is medical supervision available during withdrawal? +
Warriors Heart provides 24/7 medical supervision throughout the detox process with medically supervised withdrawal protocols. Medical staff monitor patients continuously during withdrawal management and coordinate pharmaceutical interventions as needed for safe detoxification.

Services

Programs and specialties

Treatment type
Outpatient Residential treatment Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization IOP Aftercare recovery programs Residential detoxification Long-term residential Short-term residential Alcohol Detoxification Benzodiazepines Detoxification Cocaine Detoxification Opioid Detoxification Methamphetamines detoxification Routinely uses medication for detoxification
Payment
Cash or self-payment Federal or any government funding for substance use programs Military insurance (e.g. TRICARE) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Specialty
Mental health counseling for co-occurring disorders Group therapy Family therapy Marital/couples counseling Addiction recovery education Adult men Veterans Active duty military
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