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Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center

Houston, TX

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth
Specializes in Veterans · Military Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults Court-Ordered · Forensic Eating Disorders

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Houston, TX · Accepts Medicaid · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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Call helpline: +1 (205) 973-2878

What happens when you call

  • Free — no obligation to admit
  • Confidential — HIPAA + 42 CFR Part 2
  • Live person — no voicemail, 24/7
  • Insurance verified in minutes

Facility direct line available in the contact section below.

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Key takeaways for Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center

  • Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth offered on-site
  • Accepts Medicaid, Private insurance, TRICARE / VA
  • SAMHSA-verified facility (U.S. Treatment Locator listing)
  • Direct facility line available below · Helpline free & confidential 24/7
  • Located in Houston, TX

Always verify current programs, availability, and insurance in-network status directly with the facility or our contact details below.

About Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center

The Harris Center's Northwest Community Service Center, located just off the North Loop in Houston near the DMV, provides comprehensive mental health and substance use services for adults. They offer outpatient mental health care and substance use support combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with a trauma-informed approach.
Clients can access counseling and prescribed medications while working with staff to develop personalized treatment plans. The center also provides case management and housing assistance, helping individuals achieve stability and long-term well-being.
By offering a wide range of services under one roof, the center makes it easier for clients to get the care they need. The dedicated team is committed to supporting both mental and physical health in a compassionate, community-based environment. The center is easily accessible by bus (line 97) or car (Near N Loop Exit 13A and 13B), with on-site parking available.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: May 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center at a Glance

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA Treatment Locator.

Levels of care

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults

Special populations

Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)

Facility operation

Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Confirm in-network status before admission. Verification is free.

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Medicaid

State-administered · Nominal copay or $0

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Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Coverage details →

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Community Mental Health Block Grants; Community Service Block Grants; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; Private or Community foundation; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

3737 Dacoma St, Houston, TX 77092

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Facility direct line

(713) 970-7000

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific TX Medicaid plan. Call (713) 970-7000 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Members of military families, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with traumatic brain injury (TBI), Persons with eating disorders, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Harris Center Northwest Community Service Center?
Call the facility directly at (713) 970-7000 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: May 2026. Editorial policy.

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