📍 7004 Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX 78746
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| Services | Dual-Diagnosis Treatment, Behavioral Disorder Treatment, Intensive Outpatient Services, Outpatient Services |
| Age ranges | Teen/Adolescent, Senior/Elderly, Adult Age |
<p><strong>ABOUT SAGE RECOVERY & WELLNESS CENTER</strong></p> <p>Sage Recovery & Wellness Center, located in Austin, Texas, offers <strong>intensive outpatient programs (IOP)</strong> to <strong>adults and adolescents</strong> seeking treatment for substance abuse and <a href="https://www.recovery.org/topics/dual-diagnosis-recovery/" target="_blank">co-occurring disorders</a>. It is one of Texas’ <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/TX17.pdf" target="_blank">232 facilities with intensive outpatient programs (IOPs)</a>. The facility also offers an <strong>acupuncture detoxification and yoga therapy</strong> in a modern, spa-like therapeutic space.</p> <p><strong>TREATMENT & ASSESSMENT</strong></p> <p>The facility’s program follows a <strong>holistic treatment philosophy.</strong> Treatment methods include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness-oriented recovery enhancement. These are evidence-based methods and <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/TX17.pdf" target="_blank">common across Texas’ programs</a>.</p> <p>To be admitted, clients complete an intake packet and bring it to their first appointment. There are <strong>separate tracks for mental health and substance abuse,</strong> and adolescents and adults are treated similarly though separately. Only <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/TX17.pdf" target="_blank">26.7 percent of treatment facilities in the state</a> offer treatment programs specifically for adolescents. </p> <p>IOP programs last about <strong>seven weeks</strong> and consist of 21 sessions. Clients attend sessions three days each week for three to four hours each day. <strong>Groups are small</strong> and consist of regular group therapy with occasional <strong>yoga, acupuncture, and Qigong</strong>. Weekly individual therapy is also a requirement of the facility’s IOP programs, and can be done at the facility or through an outside provider.</p> <p>Throughout treatment, clients may receive <strong>individual, couples, family, or group counseling.</strong> Participants do not receive medication, but Sage Recovery & Wellness Center collaborates with clients’ health care teams to optimize recovery. Families can be included in the treatment program through <strong>family counseling and family education nights.</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.recovery.org/topics/extended-recovery-programs/" target="_blank">Aftercare</a> is available for all clients who successfully complete the program. Alumni are eligible to take part in a <strong>free alumni support group,</strong> a weekly Continuing Addiction Recovery Education (CARE) group, and a weekly dialectical behavior therapy group.</p> <p><strong>STAFF CREDENTIALS</strong></p> <p>The clinical team at Sage Recovery & Wellness consists of approximately twenty <strong>licensed master-level clinicians</strong> with specializations in various areas of mental health. The facility has nine employees on its administrative team who handle administration, maintenance, billing, and client relations. It is also one of the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/TX17.pdf" target="_blank">119 facilities in the state</a> that are accredited by the Joint Commission.</p> <p><strong>ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES</strong></p> <p>The updated Sage Recovery & Wellness Center facility offers a <strong>serene, spa-like environment</strong> with a lot of natural light and <strong>beautiful views of nature.</strong> The calm and inviting setting includes a yoga room. The inside of the facility makes use of Earth-tones and materials to create a unique atmosphere. The facility is equipped with open meeting spaces, large recreational rooms, classrooms. There are open spaces outside as well that can be used for recreational activities. </p> <p><strong>WHAT ALUMNI SAY</strong></p> <p>Rehabs.com has yet to receive alumni feedback, though secondary sources praised the facility. On the facility’s Facebook page, which it can manage, there is an overall rating of <strong>five out of five stars</strong> based on 27 total reviews.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a></small> The reviews are <strong>overwhelmingly positive</strong>. Reviewer R.P. wrote: “In an over-crowded market, it can be hard to know which program to choose when seeking services. However, Sage Recovery and Wellness Center stands out as one of the best. Run with integrity and compassion, Sage offers recovery based services that are top-notch.” </p> <p>F.A., another reviewer, supported that viewpoint. She gave five stars and wrote, “Sage is one of the best IOP in Austin. Their quality therapy, beautiful facility and commitment to the clients and their families make them a preferred choice for many. They tailor their programs to the client's recovery.”</p> <p>On Google, Sage Recovery & Wellness Center earned an average of <strong>4.6 out of five stars from 14 reviews to date.</strong><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a></small> While there is some negative feedback about how “expensive” the program is and its “dual therapy” that is “simply about drugs,” most of the feedback is positive and centers on the “cooperative, knowledgeable” and “top notch” staff.</p> <p>On Yelp, there are <strong>four negative, one neutral, and 10 positive reviews</strong> about Sage Recovery & Wellness Center.<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a></small> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-4"><sup>[4]</sup></a></small> Positive feedback echoes what is found in reviews on other third-party websites about the quality of the staff and individualized treatment options. However, the negative feedback is about health insurance coverage and responsiveness. “ I have left 4 very clear messages over the course of the 2 weeks, including one for the director this morning, with no call back whatsoever, alum Erin wrote.” An anonymous reviewer wrote how they “require a month of notice to stop attending their therapy group.”</p> <p><strong>WHAT STAFF SAY</strong></p> <p>At the time of this writing, there was one staff member polled by Rehabs.com about their experience at Sage Recovery & Wellness. This reviewer gave the facility five out of five stars across several different metrics. This employee was a staff member of the administrative team. </p> <p>S.A. gave the facility one out of five stars when asked if management is honest in marketing Sage Recovery. He gave a five star rating when asked if leadership is willing to put patients’ interests first, and also gave the facility five stars for its ability to inspire a sense of community among patients.</p> <p>When asked about the strengths of the facility, S.A. wrote that the facility’s evidence-based programs are tailored for each group, and that groups are kept small for a high level of client care. S.A. also added that the building is newly renovated. When asked about weaknesses, the reviewer commented that Sage Recovery is new in the community and it will take time for them to become well-known. </p> <p>On Glassdoor, a single reviewer left a five out of five star review about their experience at the facility, writing about the “Great company culture” with a “Company believes in taking care of clients and that starts with self-care and wellness of employees.”<small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-5"><sup>[5]</sup></a></small></p> <p><strong>FINANCING</strong></p> <p>Sage Recovery & Wellness Center is a part of the <a href="https://wwwdasis.samhsa.gov/webt/state_data/TX17.pdf" target="_blank">62.9% of state facilities</a> that <strong>accepts insurance</strong> including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna, and Aetna. If insurance does not cover treatment at Sage Recovery, the staff will file out-of-network claims and will assist clients in getting reimbursement. The facility also offers <strong>interest-free payment plans</strong> and discounted rates for qualifying clients.</p> <p><strong>CONCLUSION</strong></p> <p>Sage Recovery & Wellness provides extensive information on ways that community members can seek treatment. The facility promotes this information through its <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SageRecovery/" target="_blank">Facebook page</a> and its blog to reach the most people possible.</p> <p><small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-1"><sup>[1]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/SageRecovery/reviews/" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/pg/SageRecovery/reviews/</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> <a href="https://tinyurl.com/ycjs666e" target="_blank">GoogleReviews</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/sage-recovery-and-wellness-center-austin" target="_blank">https://www.yelp.com/biz/sage-recovery-and-wellness-center-austin</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-4"><sup>[4]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.yelp.com/not_recommended_reviews/sage-recovery-and-wellness-center-austin" target="_blank">https://www.yelp.com/not<em>recommended</em>reviews/sage-recovery-and-wellness-center-austin</a></small><br /> <small class="footnote"><a target="_blank" href="#footnote-5"><sup>[5]</sup></a> <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Sage-Recovery-and-Wellness-Center-Austin-Reviews-EI_IE1282823.0,33_IL.34,40_IM60.htm" target="_blank">https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/Sage-Recovery-and-Wellness-Center-Austin-Reviews-EI<em>IE1282823.0,33</em>IL.34,40_IM60.htm</a></small><br /> </p>
— Melanie Green · 2018-12-17 11:00:16 CST
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