STSARS
1024 Leopard Street, D, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
About STSARS
STSARS (South Texas Substance Abuse Recovery Services, Inc.) is a nonprofit substance use treatment provider in Corpus Christi, Texas, offering outpatient adult services at its Leopard Street location.
Founded in 1969, the organization combines counseling, medication treatment for opioid use disorder and recovery support with decades of community rooted care.
Clients describe STSARS as a place that helped them understand their addiction and begin the life they always dreamed of.
SUD Treatments like SAIL, OARS, and OBOT for Adults
The Leopard Street site provides outpatient adult substance use treatment through the SAIL program.
This includes screening, assessment, individual, group and family counseling, substance use education, relapse prevention, life-skills training and an introduction to 12 Step recovery.
STSARS also operates physician monitored methadone (OARS) and Suboxone (OBOT) programs for opioid use disorder, with counseling, urinalysis and lab work.
I found this space offers specialized programs, supporting pregnant women and mothers with dependent children, people affected by HIV or hepatitis risk and justice involved adults returning to the community.
Free Services for Eligible Humans in Corpus Christi
The outpatient adult services offices are on Leopard Street in Corpus Christi, with additional STSARS locations on Antelope Street and N. Staples Street.
STSARS accepts Medicaid, private insurance and self-pay, while offering sliding-scale assistance.
Services are free for patients who cannot afford treatment, though eligibility should be confirmed directly.
Addiction Treatment Programs
Adult Program
The Lone Star State offers a host of options for those in search of an adult program in Texas. From inpatient to outpatient care, adults can find a program that meets their needs for effective treatment of substance use issues.Alcoholism
When you enter alcohol rehab in Texas, you’ll find support systems to help you on your recovery journey. Professional counselors, physicians, and other people in recovery provide services and support to help you make changes and learn how to enjoy a sober lifestyle.Women's Rehab
Many gender-specific issues must be addressed during addiction recovery. Women’s rehab in Texas provides the appropriate support for women’s challenges such as body image, motherhood, and trauma.Opioid Treatment
Through therapy, counseling, and medication assisted treatment, individuals in opioid rehab in Texas gain the skills they need to live a healthier life. The goal is to help you take control of your life and prevent relapse.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
The goals of cognitive behavioral therapy in Texas include evaluating thoughts and changing thinking patterns that are leading to substance use. This treatment helps participants understand their motives and problem-solve to work through challenges without the use of substances.Drug Rehab
While in a drug rehab in Texas, you’ll deal with underlying issues that contribute to addiction. By addressing these challenges and learning healthy ways to cope with them, you’ll develop strategies that help you live a drug-free lifestyle.Levels of Care
Outpatient Rehab
Outpatient rehab in Texas provides a means for addition treatment while you live at home. You will attend regu...lar therapy sessions and typically maintain involvement with a 12-step program. Because it is tailored for each person’s needs, there is no set timeline for completion of outpatient rehab.Dual Diagnosis & Mental Health
A dual diagnosis treatment center in Texas provides programs for people who struggle with both substance abuse... and mental illness. Treating both disorders through an integrated approach is essential for recovery.Aftercare & Alumni Program
The initial weeks and months after rehab treatment are often the most difficult. Aftercare rehab in Texas is d...esigned to help you successfully navigate these challenging times and maintain sobriety. You’ll receive emotional, mental, and practical supports, for up to a year or more after treatment.Accreditations
CARF
SAMHSA
Insurance
Free Rehab
Most states offer free alcohol and drug rehabs through public mental health and addiction treatment centers. T...hese centers often provide detox, intensive outpatient programs (IOPs), residential treatment, partial hospitalization programs (PHPs), and support groups. You must meet certain requirements in order to qualify for free alcohol and drug rehabs, such as lack of income and insurance.
Medicaid Accepted
You may be eligible for Medicaid/STAR Health to cover the cost of alcohol and drug rehab in Texas. Coverage th...rough Medicaid/STAR Health may vary, but it can assist with the cost of alcohol and drug rehab, including detox, inpatient rehab, and more.
Private Insurance
If you have private insurance, you can use it to help cover the cost alcohol and drug rehab in Texas. The amou...nt covered may depend on your policy and whether the treatment center is in-network or out-of-network. You may be left with some costs like a co-payment, or co-insurance. Check with your insurer for more information.
Self-Pay Options
You have the option to pay for your alcohol and drug rehab in Texas, out-of-pocket (also called self-pay or pr...ivate pay). Self-pay allows you to take control of the cost of your recovery journey and gives you access to all levels of care — including detox in Texas, and inpatient rehab in Texas — that might otherwise be limited by insurers or government-run programs.
Sliding Scale Payment
If you’re struggling to pay the full amount of alcohol and drug rehab in Texas a sliding scale payment plan ...may be an option for you. This way, you can access all levels of care, including detox, inpatient rehab, and more. To qualify for this treatment discount, you must complete an application and provide supporting financial documentation.Contact STSARS
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Does STSARS in Corpus Christi offer detoxification and medication-assisted treatment?
Yes, STSARS provides detoxification services and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) as part of its outpatient substance use treatment program. The facility offers both methadone maintenance and buprenorphine (Suboxone) options, combined with counseling and behavioral therapies for individuals with opioid use disorder.
What outpatient detox and recovery services are available at STSARS?
STSARS offers outpatient substance abuse treatment including assessment, individual and group counseling, intensive outpatient programming (IOP), case management, and relapse prevention support. The facility also provides life skills training, employment readiness, anger management, and coping skills development alongside detox and MAT services.
What insurance does STSARS accept for detox and substance abuse treatment?
STSARS accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private health insurance, and self-pay options. Individuals interested in detox or treatment services can contact the facility at (361) 882-9978 or visit 1024 Leopard Street, Suite C & E, Corpus Christi, to discuss coverage and payment arrangements.
Does STSARS provide specialized detox services for pregnant or postpartum women?
Yes, STSARS offers specialized programming for pregnant and postpartum women as part of its substance use treatment services. The facility also provides family education and support, adolescent services, and separate programming for adult men and women to address specific recovery needs.
How can someone start detox assessment and treatment at STSARS Corpus Christi?
Individuals can contact STSARS directly at (361) 882-9978, email [email protected], or visit the facility at 1024 Leopard Street, Suite C & E, Corpus Christi, TX 78401. The center provides assessment and referral services to determine appropriate outpatient or intensive outpatient detox and treatment options.



