What Cenikor Foundation does

Cenikor Foundation is a Houston-headquartered nonprofit behavioral health provider founded in 1967 that delivers a full continuum of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment across Texas and New Mexico. The organization operates 10+ residential facilities and 15+ total treatment locations, serving approximately 14,000-15,000 people annually through programs spanning medically supervised detox, inpatient residential, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), recovery housing, aftercare, and alumni support. Patient populations include adults with SUD, adolescents ages 13-17 (through the Odyssey House program in Houston), active-duty military and veterans (with dedicated veteran liaison and TriWest/TRICARE coverage), Spanish-speaking individuals, and women in specialized outpatient tracks. Cenikor's clinical approach is built on a therapeutic community model integrated with evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and trauma-informed care, and is supplemented by substance use prevention programs, school-based education, and a Youth Recovery Community for ages 13-21.

Revenue is generated through a combination of insurance reimbursement (40+ major commercial carriers including Aetna, BCBS, Cigna/Evernorth, United Healthcare, and Magellan), Medicaid (Texas and New Mexico), TRICARE for veterans, self-pay at published daily and monthly rates (e.g., $650/day detox, $400/day residential, $175/day outpatient), and government grants (notably the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans' Assistance). Cenikor offers sliding-scale and charity care for patients at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Level, underscoring its mission-driven, affordability-focused positioning. The organization holds CARF three-year accreditation, Joint Commission accreditation, LegitScript certification, and an Evernorth Center of Excellence designation for Substance Use Disorder. Distribution is direct via 24/7 phone admissions, online inquiry forms, walk-in intake, in-person facilities, and a growing virtual/telehealth channel, supplemented by referral partnerships with healthcare providers, schools, courts, employers, and community organizations. Patient engagement is supported through a Welligent-hosted patient portal. In 2025, Cenikor executed inorganic expansion through acquisitions of Alpha Home (San Antonio) and STAR Council, alongside a broader outpatient services expansion.

Name

Cenikor Foundation

Legal name

Cenikor Foundation

Website

https://cenikor.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Cenikor Foundation is a Houston-based nonprofit founded in 1967 that operates 15+ behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment facilities across Texas and New Mexico, serving approximately 15,000 adults, adolescents, veterans, and Spanish-speaking patients annually through a full continuum of care from detox to aftercare.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Behavioral Health & Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services

NAICS

Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (62322), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (62142), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Substance Use Disorder Prevention & Recovery Services (BPAGACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Mental Health Treatment Centers (HLAFACAC), Substance Use Detoxification Centers (Medical Detox) (HLAFACAD), Peer Support, Recovery Coaching & Sober Living Services (HLAFACAN), Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK)

Keywords

• Behavioral health services
• Substance abuse treatment
• Addiction recovery programs
• Residential treatment facility
• Medication-assisted treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices15 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Insurance Reimbursement: Cenikor accepts over 40 major health insurance carriers and processes claims through commercial insurance plans. Accepted providers include Aetna, BCBS, Cigna/Evernorth, United Healthcare, Magellan, and many others.
2. Medicaid and State-Funded Programs: Accepts Texas and New Mexico Medicaid plans, TRICARE for veterans, and state-funded treatment programs. Offers charity care/financial assistance for those at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Level.
3. Self-Pay / Private Pay: Private pay rates for treatment programs with daily rates for inpatient care and per-session pricing for outpatient services. Payment plans available.
4. Government Grants: Receives grant funding from Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans' Assistance to support veteran addiction treatment programs. Additional grant funding enables various community programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Cenikor Foundation is a nonprofit behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment provider that delivers a full continuum of care—including medically supervised detox, inpatient residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), outpatient programs, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), recovery housing, and aftercare—through evidence-based clinical modalities (CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing) combined with a peer-driven therapeutic community model across 15+ facilities in Texas and New Mexico. The organization serves adolescents, adults, veterans, and Spanish-speaking communities, accepting 40+ insurance carriers, Medicaid, TRICARE, and offering charity care to qualifying patients.

Product overview

Cenikor Foundation offers a multi-level, integrated behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment platform spanning a full continuum of care. Its core portfolio is organized around three main demographic tracks — Adolescent Treatment (Odyssey House, ages 13–17), Adult Drug & Alcohol Rehab (covering detox, inpatient residential, PHP, outpatient, and MAT), and Active Duty & Veteran Treatment — supplemented by cross-cutting services including Substance Use Prevention, Recovery Housing, Aftercare & Alumni, and a Spanish-Speaking SOP. The organization operates 10+ residential locations across Texas and New Mexico, delivering evidence-based clinical modalities (CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed therapy) alongside peer recovery support. A Welligent-hosted Patient Portal provides clients digital access to their health records. All inpatient and outpatient services are coordinated under a unified nonprofit mission emphasizing affordable, accessible care.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Odyssey House: Cenikor's dedicated adolescent program offering residential, outpatient, and aftercare services for teens ages 13-17 struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders. Located in Houston, TX.

Products and services

• Adolescent Treatment (Odyssey House) Structured substance use treatment for adolescents and teens ages 13-17 delivered through inpatient residential and outpatient modalities at Odyssey House in Houston, TX, including family therapy, academic support via an on-site accredited school, trauma-informed care, and early intervention.
• Adult Drug & Alcohol Rehab Full continuum of adult substance use treatment including medically supervised detox, inpatient residential, partial hospitalization (PHP), outpatient, medication-assisted treatment, recovery housing, and aftercare, addressing co-occurring mental health conditions alongside substance use.
• Detoxification (Inpatient Detox) Medically supervised inpatient withdrawal management offered at adult facilities, providing 24-hour medical monitoring, emotional support, and structured transition into further levels of care, typically lasting 3-7 days for adults at $650/day.
• Inpatient Residential Treatment Live-in, 24/7 structured treatment providing medical stabilization, trauma-informed therapy, individual and group counseling, life skills training, and evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing) at multiple Texas and New Mexico locations, with expected stay of 2-8 weeks for adults at $400/day.
• Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Daytime structured treatment offering a higher level of care than outpatient, with daily therapy, evidence-based clinical modalities, and trauma-informed support while clients return home each evening. Available at Austin, Houston, DFW, Amarillo, Tyler, and Waco locations.
• Outpatient Services Flexible, evidence-based outpatient substance use treatment available in-person at multiple Texas locations (Stephenville, Decatur, Killeen, Waco, and all inpatient sites) and virtually via telehealth, with specialized tracks for adolescents, women, and Spanish-speaking clients. Includes group therapy, individual counseling, and evidence-based curriculum at $175/day.
• Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) FDA-approved medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder (using Suboxone/Subutex) and alcohol use disorder (using naltrexone/acamprosate), combined with counseling, group therapy, and trauma-informed care. Same-day intake available with evening and weekend sessions; not offered for adolescents. Priced at $275 first visit and $175/month for continuation.
• Active Duty & Veteran Treatment Specialized addiction treatment for military members and veterans, featuring a trauma-focused curriculum addressing shame, guilt, grief, and PTSD; dedicated veteran mental health groups; an in-house veteran liaison; and accepted coverage through TriWest/TriCare. Partially funded by the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans' Assistance.
• Substance Use Prevention Evidence-based early intervention and prevention programs for youth, families, schools, and communities, including the Youth Recovery Community (YRC, ages 13-21), Project AIM for young adults (18+), school-based drug prevention curricula, and community outreach and education.
• Recovery Housing (Sober Living) Structured, affordable sober living environments for individuals post-treatment, starting at $100/week, with recovery coaching, peer community, and daily onsite staff. Available for men and women separately at Corpus Christi, DFW, Houston, San Antonio, and Waco locations.
• Aftercare & Alumni Services Complimentary post-treatment support services provided for up to two years following treatment completion, including peer recovery coaching, weekly/biweekly check-ins, recovery support services (RSS), ongoing group sessions, alumni community events, and sober activities.
• Spanish-Speaking Supportive Outpatient Program (SOP) Structured outpatient treatment delivered fully in Spanish, providing weekly group therapy and individual counseling for Spanish-speaking individuals, available virtually and in-person at the Corpus Christi location.
• San Antonio Treatment Services (post-Alpha Home acquisition) Adult treatment location in San Antonio offering inpatient substance use treatment, MAT services, and recovery housing, made possible by the April 2025 acquisition of Alpha Home.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 14,000 people helped annually; 15,000+ people helped find path to recovery in FY25
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Evernorth Behavioral Health (Cigna corporation)flagshipOthersEvernorth Behavioral Health, a Cigna corporation, designated Cenikor as a Center of Excellence (COE) for substance use disorder. Cenikor's rehabilitation centers met stringent cost and quality standards to achieve this designation, providing visibility and credibility within the insurance provider network.
• TriWest Healthcare AlliancecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTriWest Healthcare Alliance provides TRICARE coverage for veteran addiction treatment at Cenikor. Accepted coverage through TriWest makes access to care easier for military personnel and veterans seeking treatment.
• Holmes Murphy and UnitedHealthcareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIn collaboration with Holmes Murphy and UnitedHealthcare, Cenikor supports the Transparency in Coverage Rule, providing machine-readable files with negotiated rates for healthcare services.
• United WayminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnited Way Strategic Partner for community behavioral health initiatives. Collaboration on community outreach and prevention programs.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation: National nonprofit addiction treatment provider offering residential, outpatient, MAT, and recovery housing across multiple states. Most direct comparable to Cenikor's continuum-of-care nonprofit model, though larger and nationally distributed.
• CleanSlate Centers: Multi-state outpatient addiction treatment company specializing in MAT for opioid and alcohol use disorders. Comparable service mix to Cenikor's MAT and outpatient programs with similar insurance-driven model.
• Caron Treatment Centers: Nonprofit addiction treatment organization offering residential, outpatient, and specialized programs including adolescents, older adults, and professionals. Closely matches Cenikor's mission-driven, full-continuum nonprofit structure.
• Phoenix House: Nonprofit provider of residential and outpatient substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment across multiple states. Comparable therapeutic-community roots and mission-aligned population focus, including adolescents and adults.
• Rosecrance: Nonprofit behavioral health provider in the Midwest offering residential, outpatient, adolescent, and prevention services. Direct comparable on nonprofit structure and full continuum of care, including youth programs analogous to Cenikor's Odyssey House.
• BrightView Health: Outpatient-focused addiction treatment provider with strong MAT offering across multiple states. Directly comparable to Cenikor's outpatient, MAT, and IOP service lines, though more recently scaled and venture-backed.

Broad incumbents

• American Addiction Centers: Publicly traded national chain operating multiple residential and outpatient SUD treatment facilities. Larger, for-profit, and geographically broader than Cenikor, but offers the same core continuum of care.
• Recovery Centers of America: Large for-profit operator of residential and outpatient addiction treatment centers across the Eastern U.S. Comparable clinical model and payer mix, with greater capital backing and broader geographic reach than Cenikor.

Emerging players

• Bicycle Health: Virtual-first MAT provider for opioid use disorder operating across multiple states via telehealth. Emerging competitor for Cenikor's MAT and outpatient volumes, particularly with shared commercial insurance contracts.
• Workit Health: Virtual SUD treatment provider offering MAT, IOP, and therapy via telehealth. Comparable on outpatient and MAT service lines and increasingly competing for the same insurance-covered patients Cenikor serves.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/CenikorFoundation
• Facebookfacebook.com/cenikor
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/cenikorfoundation
• Instagraminstagram.com/cenikorfoundation
• TikToktiktok.com/@cenikor

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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