STAR Council is a group of skilled, caring professionals who empower individuals, families, and communities to choose a substance free lifestyle. We provide substance abuse education and treatment to individuals, families, and communities that empower them to choose a substance free lifestyle. We believe that drug prevention programs are effective and that recovery from addiction is possible.
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*The treatment program is a structured and individualized program designed to address all aspects of a person's life. The process begins with a screening and assessment to determine the best course of action for each individual. The program involves individual and group counseling sessions, individualized treatment planning, relapse prevention, discharge planning, and urine analysis drug testing.
Universal Prevention Programs - Our Youth Prevention Universal program (YPU) addresses and promotes health and wellness for individuals, families, and communities by enhancing protective factors and decreasing negative factors that place individuals at risk for substance abuse. Universal prevention for substance abuse includes drug and character education using school-based curricula for all children within a school district; media and public awareness campaigns; and alternative activities.
Battering Intervention & Prevention Program (BIPP) - The BIPP program is a violence prevention program which focuses on ending domestic violence through educational group sessions that focus on accountability. The program is accredited by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Substance Abuse Awareness Course - STAR Council's Substance Abuse Education Course is designed for individuals who have an identified substance use problem but do not require Intensive Outpatient Treatment. To increase the knowledge of participants by educating them on the dangers of drug abuse, the impact of their use has on personal, family, social, and employment, and help them identify areas in their life that could be changed to reduce the probability of using substances.
* Alcohol and other drug education * Drugs of Abuse * How drugs affect the body * Legal consequences of drug use * Health consequences * Interpersonal relationships * Identify drug-use patterns * Stress management * Problem solving
Fees and Payment
We accept Medicaid and most of the private insurances. If a person has private insurance, out of pocket cost for services will depend on their individual plans. Additionally, STAR Council also accepts self payment for those who do not meet income guidelines or do not have other health insurance. We are also a private, not-for-profit agency, for more information check our ABOUT US page.
Services Offered To: Adults
Payment: Sliding Scale Pro-bono Medicaid
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.