How We're Different
Compassionate addiction and co-occurring mental health treatment for adults, shaped around you, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
What makes Windmill Wellness Ranch different? We care for adults 18 and older, treating addiction and the anxiety, PTSD, depression, or trauma beneath it together, not one at a time. Every client receives a plan tailored to them and works with a master's-level clinician at least twice a week. An on-site medical team and a full continuum of care, from detox through lifetime alumni support, are all here on a 75-acre ranch in the Texas Hill Country that feels like home, not an institution. We pair that compassionate setting with some of the most advanced, science-backed methods available for addiction and mental health treatment, and we have the top recovery outcomes in the nation, as verified by Trac9.
We Treat Addiction and Mental Health Together
For many people, drinking or using began as a way to quiet anxiety, ease depression, or carry the weight of trauma. That is why Windmill Wellness Ranch was built as a dual diagnosis treatment center for adults 18 and older. We care for addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions at the same time, so the reasons behind the substance use are understood and healed, not set aside.
Our master’s-trained clinicians specialize in mental health and trauma, and from the very first day, every client’s care looks at the whole person, not just the addiction. That fuller picture builds a steadier foundation for lasting recovery.
A Plan Tailored to You, Not a One-Size-Fits-All Program
No two people arrive with the same story, so no two treatment plans look alike. Your care is shaped around your history, your health, your goals, and the people who matter most to you, and it adjusts as you grow.
Length of stay is guided by your progress toward your goals rather than a set number of days on a calendar. Every client’s plan includes one or more of medical detox, the 12 Step program, and SMART Recovery, blended with the therapies and innovative approaches that fit you best.
Advanced, Science-Backed Treatment for Addiction and Mental Health
Windmill Wellness Ranch brings together some of the most advanced, science-backed methods available for addiction and mental health treatment. Care begins with getting the diagnosis right: our clinical team confirms an accurate diagnosis under stable conditions, supported by psychological testing, before building each plan.
From there, clients have access to evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, CBT, and IFS, psychiatry available daily, and genetic testing on request to help guide personalized medication planning. Progress is measured with Trac9 so each plan can be adjusted in real time, and clients can choose to add Brain Frequency™ qEEG brain mapping for an even clearer picture.
Meaningful Time with Master's-Level Clinicians Every Week
At Windmill Wellness Ranch, every client works with a master’s-level clinician at least twice a week. Having the same person who knows your story by your side means there is always time to go deeper, talk through what is hard, and feel truly heard.
Learning continues all week long. Our clinicians and personal recovery coaches teach classes alongside our wellness advocates, so each day brings guidance from a team that pairs clinical training with practical, everyday skills for life after treatment.
An On-Site Medical Team, Day and Night
Feeling safe matters, especially in the first days. Our medical team is on site 24/7, and detox happens right here on the ranch, so there is no need to go somewhere else before treatment begins.
They support you through every step of the detox process, and the same care team stays connected with you as you move into the next stage of treatment.
A Full Continuum of Care, from Detox to Alumni Support
Recovery is a journey, not a 30-day stay. Every level of care happens right here on the ranch, and after residential treatment nearly every client continues into Clean Living, so you can move forward at a pace that feels right without starting over with a new team.
Medical Detox→
A safe, supervised start to recovery, with medical support whenever you need it.
Residential Treatment→
Immersive care on the ranch with dual diagnosis therapy, daily classes, and whole-person wellness.
Clean Living→
The next step for nearly every client after residential: our transitional living program on the ranch, with structure and support close by as you practice everyday life.
Intensive Outpatient Program→
Continued therapy and accountability while you return to work, family, and daily routines.
Alumni Program and Lifetime Aftercare→
Ongoing connection, a personal recovery coach, and an alumni community that stays with you long after you leave.
A 75-Acre Ranch That Feels Like Home
Healing comes more easily when you feel at home. Clients live in lodge-style accommodations with warm, comfortable spaces across 75 acres of the Texas Hill Country, where they are welcomed as guests rather than treated as people in an institution.
Dogs are welcome, too. The ranch sits in Canyon Lake, midway between Austin and San Antonio, about an hour and a half from each: close enough for family to visit and peaceful enough to feel a world away. We warmly invite you to schedule an in-person tour.
Caring for Body, Mind, and Spirit
Wellness is more than the absence of a substance. Every part of daily life at Windmill is designed to help you feel stronger, clearer, and more like yourself again.
On-Site Professional Chefs→
Nourishing, chef-prepared meals every day, with options to accommodate dietary needs and preferences, including vegetarian and pescatarian.
Personalized Fitness→
Our personal trainer begins with a physical assessment and builds a plan that meets you at your own fitness level.
Innovative Therapies→
Sound healing, 9D breathwork, and psychological testing are open to every client as part of their individual plan.
Brain Frequency™→
It uses qEEG brain mapping to give your care team a clearer picture of what is happening beneath the surface, helping guide support for mood, sleep, focus, and stress. Clients can choose to add it to their plan.
Healing That Includes the Whole Family
Addiction and mental health challenges reach well beyond the person who is struggling. Our Family Program and workshops give spouses, parents, and children a place to understand what their loved one is facing, learn healthier ways to connect, and begin their own healing.
Families are supported throughout treatment, so the person in recovery comes home to relationships that have been growing stronger, too.
Specialized Care for Veterans, Military, and First Responders
Those who serve carry experiences few others fully understand. Windmill Wellness Ranch is a VA provider with deep expertise in caring for veterans, military and active-duty service members, law enforcement, and first responders. Our trauma-trained team includes master’s-level clinicians who are veterans themselves.
Our founder, Shannon Malish, is the wife of a police officer and military veteran, and that personal understanding shapes how we care for those who protect others. Trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR and iTMS™ are part of this work, and spouses and children receive support along the way through our Family Program.
The Top Outcomes in the Nation and a Promise We Stand Behind
Windmill Wellness Ranch has the Top Outcomes in the Nation, as verified by Trac9. We track every client’s progress with this third-party outcomes platform, which shows our team what is working and lets us adjust each plan as healing unfolds.
The Windmill Guarantee: clients who need more support within one year of treatment may return at no cost. Eligibility requirements apply.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Windmill Wellness Ranch different from other treatment centers?+
Windmill Wellness Ranch treats adults 18 and older for addiction and co-occurring mental health conditions together, with a plan tailored to each person, master's-level clinicians who work with every client at least twice a week, a 24/7 on-site medical team, and a full continuum of care from detox through lifetime alumni support, all on a 75-acre ranch in the Texas Hill Country. Unlike a standard 30-day program, nearly every client continues from residential treatment into Clean Living, our transitional living program on the ranch. Windmill also has the Top Outcomes in the Nation, as verified by Trac9.
Do you treat addiction and mental health at the same time?+
Yes. Windmill Wellness Ranch is a dual diagnosis treatment center, fully equipped for mental health care. Our program was built to address addiction and any underlying mental health condition together, and our master's-trained clinicians specialize in trauma and co-occurring conditions. We serve adults 18 and older with a substance use disorder.
What treatment methods does Windmill use?+
Windmill Wellness Ranch uses some of the most advanced, science-backed methods available for addiction and mental health treatment, including evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, CBT, and IFS, psychiatry available daily, psychological testing, genetic testing on request to guide medication planning, and outcome tracking with Trac9. Clients can also choose to add Brain Frequency™ qEEG brain mapping.
How often will I work with a clinician?+
Every client works with a master's-level clinician at least twice a week. Clinicians and personal recovery coaches also teach classes throughout the week, alongside our wellness advocates.
Is medical detox available on site?+
Yes. Detox takes place right here on the ranch, with our medical team on site 24/7 to support clients through every step.
What levels of care does Windmill offer?+
Windmill offers a full continuum of care, all on site at the ranch: medical detox, residential treatment, Clean Living (our transitional living program), an intensive outpatient program, and an alumni program with lifetime aftercare.
Can my family be part of the recovery process?+
Yes. Our Family Program and workshops support spouses, parents, and children throughout treatment, helping families understand what their loved one is facing and heal together.
Is Windmill Wellness Ranch a VA provider?+
Yes. Windmill Wellness Ranch is a VA provider and specializes in caring for veterans, military and active-duty service members, law enforcement, and first responders. Our trauma-trained team includes clinicians who are veterans themselves, and treatment can draw on therapies such as EMDR and iTMS.
Where is Windmill Wellness Ranch located?+
Windmill Wellness Ranch sits on 75 acres in Canyon Lake, in the Texas Hill Country midway between Austin and San Antonio, about an hour and a half from each city. Dogs are welcome, and in-person tours are always encouraged.
You Don't Have to Figure This Out Alone
Whether you're reaching out for yourself or someone you love, we're here to listen without judgment and help you find the right next step. Our caring team is available 24/7 at (830) 935-2800.