Top Rehab Near Austin & San Antonio · 75-Acre Ranch 
When things feel out of control, treatment needs to address the deeper issues.
Residential treatment for addiction, mental health, and trauma that measures real progress, not just whether someone completed a stay
“My only regret is not coming sooner.“ Ashley B., past client
Confidential. No commitment. Most major insurance accepted.
Among America’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers
* Newsweek 2025 · Statista
Top Outcomes in the Nation
* According to an independent study by Trac9
What the research shows
The research points to two things: Residential care matters, and staying long enough matters.
Windmill is built around both.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse has found that longer time in treatment is linked to better outcomes. Windmill is designed around that reality: residential care is generally a minimum of eight weeks, with discharge based on clinical progress, not a fixed calendar date. Before discharge, we connect each client with an outpatient therapist so treatment continues.
3×
more likely to complete treatment in residential vs. outpatient
According to a study in Addictive Behaviors
Stahler et al., Addictive Behaviors, 2016
80%
more likely to relapse if they leave against clinical advice
According to the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers
NAATP FoRSE Outcomes Report, 2024
What recovery looks like at Windmill
Trac9 Data Certified
87%improvement across 9 recovery factors at 8 weeks
73.5%depression remission rate
75.6%PTSD remission rate
96%reduction in visual cravings
All figures independently verified by Trac9.
These numbers exist because thousands of real people came here, stayed long enough, and did the work. The research shows what makes that more likely. The data shows what happens when it does.
Our commitment to you
The Windmill Guarantee*
We back what we do with something most programs will not offer.If you complete our program and need to return within one year, you come back at no additional cost.
Any client who completes Windmill’s treatment program (including the post-treatment protocol) and still finds themselves needing to return within one year can come back at no additional charge. We offer it because we are confident in the work. When someone’s life is at stake, that confidence should be on the table.*The Windmill Guarantee applies to clients who complete the full treatment program including the post-treatment protocol. Speak with our admissions team for full terms.
What can make Windmill a better fit than other residential programs
Therapy intensity
2 individual sessions per week
Most programs offer one.Proprietary technology
Brain Frequency™: Only Available at Windmill
The only inpatient program to offer qEEG brain mapping and neuromodulation.Discharge policy
Goals-based, not calendar-based
Discharge when clinical goals are met, not because 30 days are up.The guarantee
Return within 1 year at no cost
Complete the program and post-treatment protocol. If you need to return within a year, you come back at no charge.After discharge
Lifetime aftercare + personal recovery coach
Every client receives lifetime aftercare access and a personal recovery coach.The setting
75-acre ranch, dogs welcome
75 acres in the Texas Hill Country. No urban distractions. Dogs welcome.Progress you can measure
We track whether treatment is working, not just whether someone completed a stay.
Windmill was selected to present its measurement-based care model at a national Joint Commission conference.
Joint Commission accreditation means meeting rigorous national standards for patient safety and quality. That is the baseline. Being selected to present at their national conference reflects how seriously Windmill takes using data and technology to make treatment more effective.From clients and families
What clients say
★★★★★
“Windmill Wellness Ranch saved my life. It’s not just a rehab, it’s so much more. The staff go above and beyond for their clients. My only regret is not coming sooner.”
Ashley B., past client
★★★★★
“The staff set the tone for an accepting, judgment-free place to get the help you need. I’m so thankful for my time on the ranch.”
Lauren P., past client
★★★★★
“Through all the obstacles and struggles I processed here I was shown only grace and immense patience. I have a deep appreciation for all the unconditional love and support I was shown at Windmill.”
Kelly S., past client
★★★★★
“Windmill absolutely changed my life and helped me build a solid foundation. What a life changer.”
Jessica R., past client
Is this the right place?
Windmill may be the right fit if treatment needs to go deeper.
Many people who reach out are calling for someone they love. Others are calling for themselves. Either way, these are signs that residential treatment may be appropriate.
Windmill may be the right fit if…
- ✓Attempts to stop have not held.
- ✓Substance use and depression, anxiety, or trauma feel connected.
- ✓The current environment makes it hard to get better.
- ✓Outpatient therapy has not been enough.
- ✓A hospitalization, overdose, arrest, or frightening conversation made it clear something has to change.
- ✓Detox helped stabilize things, but the deeper issues were never fully addressed.
- ✓Military, first responder, or high-stress work history needs to be understood in treatment.
If several of these feel familiar, the next step is not figuring it out alone. It is having a real conversation with someone who understands what level of care may be needed.
What happens in treatment
After 30 days many clients want to leave, and we understand that. But feeling better is not the same as being ready.
Stages of Care
Stabilization
Rest, regular meals, and a structured environment can create real improvement in the first few weeks. But early stability is only the beginning.
Building trust
Would you open up about your deepest issues the first time you met a therapist? Most people do not. Trust takes time, and that trust is what makes deeper work possible.
Moving from treatment to recovery
As discharge approaches, we help clients prepare for life after Windmill by connecting them with the resources they need, such as a sponsor and an outpatient therapist.
How to think about it
Early progress: “I feel so much better”
Feeling better is real progress, but it can also create pressure to leave before the deeper work is done and the person is ready for life after treatment.
After stabilization
Once the crisis has settled, the most important work often begins. This is when clients can start addressing the patterns, pain, and habits that brought them into treatment.
Completing the treatment plan
By the end of their stay, clients have had time to complete their treatment plan, gradually take on more freedom, and prepare for the responsibilities and pressures of life after treatment.
Common questions
What families ask before calling
What happens after discharge?+
Every client receives lifetime access to aftercare programming and a personal recovery coach after discharge. Treatment does not end when you leave the ranch.
How do I know if residential treatment is actually needed vs. outpatient therapy?+
The right level of care depends on the severity of substance use, the presence of mental health symptoms, the stability of the home environment, and prior treatment history. Our clinical team assesses this honestly. If someone can succeed in outpatient therapy, we will tell you.
My loved one has already been to treatment and relapsed. Does that mean treatment won’t work?+
Prior treatment experience is common among our clients. We review what’s been tried before and use that to inform the current plan. Prior attempts do not mean treatment will not work. They often mean the right type, depth, or duration of care has not been found.
Do you take insurance?+
We accept most major PPO insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, TRICARE, and others, as well as self-pay. Our admissions team can verify your specific coverage confidentially, usually within a few hours.
What does “goals-based discharge” mean in practice?+
It means your loved one won’t be sent home because 30 days are up. Discharge happens when the clinical team determines that the client has made sufficient progress, has a solid aftercare plan, and is prepared for the next stage.
Request a confidential admissions call
Our admissions team is available to answer questions, assess the situation, and help you understand your options. No pressure, no judgment. Most families feel relief just from talking with someone who understands the situation.All calls completely confidential
Insurance verified same day, usually within hours
No commitment required to speak with us
Honest assessment: we will tell you if we are not the right fit
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