Specialized addiction treatment for veterans, active-duty service members, and military families near Fort Cavazos. Medical detox, residential treatment, and dual diagnosis care with counselors experienced in combat trauma and PTSD.
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(855) 788-558224/7Available 24/7Virtue Recovery Killeen is located in the heart of Killeen, Texas, just minutes from Fort Cavazos, the largest active-duty military installation in the United States, home to more than 45,000 soldiers and their families. For veterans, active-duty service members, and military families in the area, our facility offers convenient access to specialized addiction treatment that understands the culture, demands, and unique stressors of military life.
We know that seeking help for drug or alcohol addiction is one of the hardest decisions a veteran can make. The weight of what you've carried, from combat deployments and traumatic loss to the physical and psychological toll of service, doesn't disappear when you transition back to civilian life. In fact, for many veterans, the hardest battles begin after coming home.
That's why veteran rehab near me matters more than just convenience. It's about having a treatment team that speaks your language. Our counselors include professionals with direct military experience and specialized training in combat trauma, moral injury, military sexual trauma (MST), and the complex challenges of civilian reintegration. We don't just treat the addiction. We treat the whole person who served.
Located in Killeen, TX, serving veterans and military families from Fort Cavazos, Harker Heights, Copperas Cove, Temple, Belton, and Nolanville.
Counselors with military backgrounds who understand the unique culture, hierarchy, and stigmas that can make asking for help feel impossible.
Evidence-based treatment for combat trauma, PTSD, and co-occurring mental health conditions that commonly affect those who have served.
Veterans from across the Fort Cavazos area, including Killeen, Harker Heights, Copperas Cove, Temple, and beyond, choose Virtue Recovery Killeen because we're one of the few veteran treatment centers in Central Texas that combines clinical excellence with genuine military cultural competency. We accept VA Community Care and TRICARE, meaning your benefits can cover treatment at little to no out-of-pocket cost.
One of the most common questions veterans ask is: does TRICARE cover rehab? The answer is yes. Virtue Recovery Killeen accepts TRICARE West Prime and TRICARE Select for substance abuse treatment, and we are a VA Community Care network partner. Eligible veterans can receive covered addiction treatment at little to no out-of-pocket cost.
The VA Community Care program allows eligible veterans to receive care at approved community providers, like Virtue Recovery Killeen, when VA facilities cannot provide timely access. If you have VA healthcare benefits, you may be eligible for covered addiction treatment, PTSD therapy, and dual diagnosis care with no out-of-pocket cost.
Eligible individuals include honorably discharged veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and in many cases their eligible dependents and spouses. TRICARE substance abuse treatment coverage also extends to military families. If you are a military spouse seeking treatment, your TRICARE benefits may cover it as well.
Not sure if your TRICARE or VA benefits cover treatment? Call us now for a free, confidential insurance verification. We'll contact your insurance directly and explain exactly what's covered. No obligation.
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Virtue Recovery Killeen is proud to partner with the VA Community Care program. Veterans with VA healthcare benefits may be eligible for covered treatment at our facility. We work directly with the VA to ensure you receive the care you've earned.
Not sure about your eligibility? Call us and we'll help you navigate the process.
We offer a full continuum of care, from medically supervised detox through outpatient treatment, specialized for veterans, active-duty service members, and military families.
Safe, medically supervised detoxification for veterans dealing with alcohol, opioid, benzodiazepine, or polysubstance dependence. Our 24/7 medical team manages withdrawal symptoms and ensures your comfort and safety during the detox process.
Learn moreVeteran inpatient rehab provides a structured, immersive environment for full-time healing. Our residential program integrates trauma-focused therapy, group support with fellow veterans, and evidence-based treatment for alcohol and drug addiction.
Learn morePHP offers intensive daytime treatment, typically 5 days per week, without overnight stays. Ideal for veterans who have completed residential treatment or require a high level of structured care while living at home or in transitional housing.
Learn moreVeteran outpatient rehab at the IOP level allows service members and veterans to receive structured group and individual therapy while maintaining work, family, and other obligations. Sessions typically run 3 days per week.
Learn moreAll the structure and clinical depth of our in-person IOP, delivered through secure video from home. Same licensed clinicians, same evidence-based curriculum. Ideal for veterans who have completed residential treatment and returned home, or active-duty service members with scheduling constraints.
Learn moreMany veterans experience co-occurring PTSD, depression, anxiety, or TBI alongside addiction. Our veteran dual diagnosis program treats both conditions simultaneously through integrated care from addiction specialists and mental health clinicians. Explore our full range of therapies.
Learn moreWarriors Path is our dedicated veteran recovery track with enhanced programming designed specifically for those who served. Veterans receive military-specific group therapy, veteran peer support specialists who understand your experience firsthand, and a brotherhood of recovery that speaks your language.
Our clinical team includes counselors with military backgrounds who understand the unique challenges veterans face.
Our dedicated veteran recovery track with enhanced military-specific programming, veteran-only peer support groups, and a brotherhood of recovery.
Staff who are veterans themselves, providing peer support from people who understand military culture and your experience firsthand.
Specialized treatment for post-traumatic stress from combat, deployment, and military service using Seeking Safety and trauma-focused CBT.
Compassionate, confidential support for survivors of military sexual trauma.
Help processing experiences that conflict with your values and beliefs.
Guidance for the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life.
Support for spouses, children, and families of service members. We offer family therapy and a family support group.
Military-specific approaches to managing anger, emotional regulation, insomnia, nightmares, and sleep issues common among veterans.
Answers to the most common questions veterans and military families ask about addiction treatment, TRICARE coverage, and VA benefits.
Yes, the VA can pay for drug and alcohol rehab through the VA Community Care program. Eligible veterans with VA healthcare benefits may receive covered addiction treatment at VA-approved community providers like Virtue Recovery Killeen. To use this benefit, contact your VA healthcare coordinator to request a Community Care referral for substance abuse treatment, then call us to verify your eligibility. Coverage typically includes detox, inpatient residential, and outpatient programs.
Yes, TRICARE covers substance abuse treatment including medical detox, inpatient rehab, PHP, and IOP. Virtue Recovery Killeen accepts TRICARE West Prime and TRICARE Select. Preauthorization is typically required for inpatient services. Call us for a free benefits verification to understand exactly what your plan covers and what, if any, cost-sharing applies.
The VA Community Care program allows eligible veterans to receive health care, including addiction treatment, at VA-approved community providers when VA facilities cannot provide timely or accessible care. Virtue Recovery Killeen is a VA Community Care partner, meaning veterans with VA healthcare benefits may be able to receive treatment at our Killeen, TX facility at little to no out-of-pocket cost. Eligibility is based on factors including distance from VA facilities, wait times, and specific service needs.
Yes, active-duty military service members can go to rehab. TRICARE covers substance abuse treatment for active-duty personnel. Confidential self-referral options are available, and seeking treatment does not automatically result in career-ending consequences. Command policies vary and many service members successfully complete treatment and continue their careers. Our admissions team can help you understand your options and navigate TRICARE benefits confidentially.
Veterans with co-occurring PTSD and addiction benefit from integrated dual diagnosis treatment that addresses both conditions simultaneously. At Virtue Recovery Killeen, this includes our Warriors Path veteran recovery track with Seeking Safety curriculum, trauma-focused CBT, veteran peer support specialists, and evidence-based group therapy. We offer the full continuum of care including medical detox, inpatient residential, PHP, IOP, virtual IOP, and outpatient — all adapted for veterans with PTSD, moral injury, military sexual trauma, and combat-related substance use.
Yes. Virtue Recovery Killeen is located in Killeen, TX, just minutes from Fort Cavazos, the largest active-duty military installation in the United States. We accept TRICARE and VA Community Care, making treatment accessible to the more than 45,000 soldiers and military families in the Fort Cavazos area. We serve veterans and service members from Killeen, Harker Heights, Copperas Cove, Temple, Belton, and Nolanville.
Understanding the scope of the problem is the first step toward solving it. These statistics reflect the reality facing the veteran community today.
1 in 3
Veterans seeking VA substance use disorder treatment also have PTSD
Source: SAMHSA/VA, 2023
65%
Of veterans entering treatment report alcohol as their primary substance
Source: SAMHSA TEDS, 2022
45,000+
Active-duty soldiers stationed at Fort Cavazos, many with families in the Killeen area
Source: U.S. Army, 2024
1.5x
Veterans are 1.5x more likely to die by suicide than non-veterans
Source: VA National Suicide Data Report, 2023
These numbers represent real people: veterans, soldiers, and military families in our community who deserve access to specialized, evidence-based addiction treatment. Virtue Recovery Killeen exists to close that gap, right here in Killeen, Texas, minutes from Fort Cavazos.
Our veteran liaison understands what you've been through. Make a confidential call today—you've earned the support.
Speak with Our Veteran Liaison
(855) 788-558224/7Available 24/7All calls are confidential. We respect your service and your privacy.
