Finding substance use help in Wichita Falls: where to start

If you or someone you love in Texoma is struggling with drugs or alcohol, it can be hard to know the first step. Here are some reliable starting points.

1. In a crisis, use 988

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available by call or text around the clock (988lifeline.org).

2. Use the national treatment locator

SAMHSA's FindTreatment.gov and free National Helpline (1-800-662-4357, samhsa.gov) list licensed providers near Wichita Falls.

3. Know the signs of overdose

The CDC explains how to recognize an overdose and how naloxone can help (cdc.gov/stop-overdose).

4. Understand levels of care

Treatment ranges from detox to outpatient. NIDA's Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment is a good primer.

5. Talk to an admissions team

Stages of Recovery does not have a physical facility in Wichita Falls. You can compare local providers, discuss Texas telehealth, or ask about care at an established Stages office. Ask whether online care is appropriate while you are physically in Texas or whether in-person attendance is needed. For treatment that must remain local, use FindTreatment.gov rather than treating this website as proof of a Wichita Falls facility. No affiliation with a military base or university is claimed. Call (806) 412-4721 with questions.