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Nexus Gerard Family Healing

Austin, MN

SAMHSA Verified Inpatient Outpatient Telehealth
Specializes in Trauma-Informed Adolescent · Teen Young Adults

Inpatient · Outpatient · Telehealth center · in Austin, MN · Accepts Medicaid · Private · 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 Nexus Gerard Family Healing

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

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

About Nexus Gerard Family Healing

Nexus Gerard Family Healing provides residential and outpatient mental health care and family support for individuals ages 6-18. They treat individuals with depression, anxiety, ADHD, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and behavioral problems. The center employs a family-centered approach, emphasizing healing and keeping families together.
The center's approach incorporates therapies like individual, group, and family counseling, along with psychiatric assessments. It also utilizes specialized trauma therapies such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), as well as experiential therapies involving sensory activities or animal interactions. These methods help individuals process trauma, develop coping skills, and build stronger family relationships, fostering emotional growth and stability.
The facility is set on a 12-acre campus in Austin, Minnesota, that was once the Hormel Estate. They provide a homelike setting with cozy bedrooms, a family living room, gardens, and trees. The campus also offers outdoor recreation areas, community gardens, comfortable common spaces, and an on-site K-12 school.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment.

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.

Nexus Gerard Family Healing at a Glance

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

Levels of care

Inpatient · Outpatient · Telehealth

Service settings

Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential

Therapy approaches

Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy

Age groups accepted

Children/Adolescents, Young Adults

Special populations

Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)

Emergency services

Psychiatric emergency onsite services

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

Coverage details →

Medicare

Parts A/B/D · ~20% coinsurance

Private insurance

Aetna · BCBS · Cigna · UHC · etc.

Coverage details →

TRICARE / VA

Active duty · Retirees · Veterans

Self-pay / Cash

Payment plans often available

Sliding scale

Based on household income

Full payment list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicaid; Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds

Contact & Location

Address

1111 28th Street NE, Austin, MN 55912

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Facility direct line

(507) 433-1843

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Nexus Gerard Family Healing accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Nexus Gerard Family Healing accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific MN Medicaid plan. Call (507) 433-1843 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Nexus Gerard Family Healing offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, Outpatient, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Nexus Gerard Family Healing have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Nexus Gerard Family Healing use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Nexus Gerard Family Healing?
Call the facility directly at (507) 433-1843 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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