The Council on Recovery

The Council on Recovery We strive to provide the highest quality of care at affordable rates, directly serving tens of thousands of individuals each year.

Houston's leading non-profit organization providing prevention, treatment, recovery support, and community education for substance use and co-occuring mental health disorders, regardless of people's ability to pay. The Council on Recovery is Houstonโ€™s oldest and largest non-profit organization providing the full spectrum of prevention, education, treatment, and recovery services for individuals and families affected by addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our mission is to keep our community healthy, productive and safe by providing services and information to all who may be adversely affected by alcohol, drugs, and related issues. We turn no one away based on their financial or insurance status. If you'd like to know more about The Council, call 713.942.4100.

09/02/2025

It's September, which means it is officially Recovery Month! We're celebrating how recovery is POSSIBLE and recovery is REAL. Drop a ๐Ÿ’œ in the comments and share what recovery means to you!

In observance of Labor Day, The Council campus will be closed on Monday, September 1. There will not be any recovery sup...
09/01/2025

In observance of Labor Day, The Council campus will be closed on Monday, September 1. There will not be any recovery support meetings or yoga. We look forward to serving you again on Tuesday.

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to remember those we've lost and acknowledge the grief of the famil...
08/31/2025

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to remember those we've lost and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind. Together, our voices can end stigma, end silence, and end overdose. ๐Ÿ’œ
Narcan (nalaxone) is a life-saving medication that can rapidly reverse an opioid overdose. The Council has Narcan nasal spray available to give out for FREE. Come to 303 Jackson Hill to pick it up or email getnarcan@councilonrecovery.org.

Thank you to our partner, Texas Mission Of Mercy, Inc., for granting the recovery community exclusive access to their fr...
08/28/2025

Thank you to our partner, Texas Mission Of Mercy, Inc., for granting the recovery community exclusive access to their free dental care. Clients were screened to assess their needs and will receive care next month. We can't wait to see those new smiles shine bright! Our gratitude to the many volunteers who helped make the afternoon run so smoothly.

SAVE THE DATE! We are one month away from the Greater Houston Rally for Recovery on Saturday, September 27 from 10 AM to...
08/28/2025

SAVE THE DATE! We are one month away from the Greater Houston Rally for Recovery on Saturday, September 27 from 10 AM to 2 PM, presented by Party Sober Partnership. This is a FREE, sober event for the whole community!
Come listen to inspiring guest speakers, grab a bite from delicious food trucks, enjoy entertainment, discover valuable resources, and explore our vendor's market.
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 27, 2025 10am - 2pm
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Save time and register in advance: https://partysober.org/.../greater-houston-big-texas.../
๐Ÿ“ Location: Mabee WholeLifeยฎ Service Center, 1905 Jacquelyn Dr, Houston, TX 77055
๐Ÿš— Parking: 1838 Johanna Dr.

08/27/2025

Sharing some helpful tips if you suspect an opioid overdose. With Narcan, don't forget to LAY, SPRAY, STAY. Email getnarcan@councilonrecovery.org to schedule a training for your community. Thanks for tuning in to our Truth over Trend series!

The Council invites you to a CEU course on men's mental health and substance use with counselor Thomson Ivins and author...
08/21/2025

The Council invites you to a CEU course on men's mental health and substance use with counselor Thomson Ivins and author David Magee.

Wednesday, September 17, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
2 hours of CEUs offered for LCDC, LPC's, & Social Workers
$20
Register at councilonrecovery.org/mens-mh-ceu

Despite increasing public awareness around mental health and substance use, men continue to be underrepresented in treatment and overrepresented in su***de and substance abuse statistics. This course will explore the complex landscape of men's mental health and substance use, addressing the cultural, social, and psychological barriers that prevent men from seeking support. Two hours of continuing education credit will be offered to LCDCs, LPC's and Social Workers. Register at councilonrecovery.org/mens-mh-ceu.

08/20/2025

Another Truth over Trend Tuesday and today, we're talking about Fentanyl. Did you know opioid overdose is the #1 cause of death among adults 18-44? Tune in next week for more info about what to do in case of an overdose.

Excited for our own Judy Chavez and Frederick Weatherspoon to be featured speakers for the Coalition for the Homeless of...
08/17/2025

Excited for our own Judy Chavez and Frederick Weatherspoon to be featured speakers for the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston event, "More Than a Fix: Substance Use, Stigma & Homelessness." They will share insights on what recovery looks like in real life and how stigma can stand in the way of progress. Attendees will also participate in an interactive simulation that mirrors the real-life challenges someone might face when navigating recovery and housing systems.
๐Ÿ“ Bread Of Life, Inc.
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Wednesday, Aug. 20th | 5:30โ€“7:30 PM
๐Ÿ”— RSVP today: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx...
Donโ€™t miss this honest, informative conversation!

๐ŸŽคLive from Houston...it's our Fall Luncheon speaker! ๐ŸŽคWeโ€™re thrilled to announce that ๐ƒ๐š๐ซ๐ซ๐ž๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐‡๐š๐ฆ๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ will be the featur...
08/16/2025

๐ŸŽคLive from Houston...it's our Fall Luncheon speaker! ๐ŸŽค

Weโ€™re thrilled to announce that ๐ƒ๐š๐ซ๐ซ๐ž๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐‡๐š๐ฆ๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ will be the featured speaker for The Petersen Family Speaker Series 2025 Fall Luncheon on Thursday, October 30th, with co-chairs Katrina and J.C. Clemens, Jr., and Holly Campbell Minter.

Darrell Hammond is best known for his legendary run on "Saturday Night Live," where his celebrity impressions became iconic. Beyond comedy, Darrell is a passionate advocate for recovery and mental health, bravely sharing his personal journey through trauma, healing, and sobriety. He has been in recovery for over 10 years and continues to inspire audiences with his honesty and resilience.

To purchase a table, visit councilspeakerseries.org/luncheon. We can't wait to welcome Darrell to Houston and know this will be an inspiring afternoon in support of The Council on Recovery. We hope you will join us on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at the Hilton Americas - Houston.

This post is brought to you by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission:You don't need to go through your struggle...
08/15/2025

This post is brought to you by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission:

You don't need to go through your struggles alone. trusted friends or loved ones to talk through how youโ€™re feeling or find resources at www.TurnToSupportsTX.org

๐ŸŽ—๏ธ This Sunday, we hope you will attend the 2025 Overdose Awareness Day Event. A free, family-friendly event focused on ...
08/14/2025

๐ŸŽ—๏ธ This Sunday, we hope you will attend the 2025 Overdose Awareness Day Event. A free, family-friendly event focused on substance use awareness, recovery resources, and prevention in our schools and community.
๐ŸŽค Special guest: Jason Phillips, former NFL linebacker and TCU legend, sharing his powerful journey

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303 Jackson Hill Street
Houston, TX
77007

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Tuesday 8:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 9pm
Thursday 8:30am - 9pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 1:30pm

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