McAlester Behavioral Health (Wind Horse Counseling), located in the north central portion of the Choctaw Nation, offers mental health services for individuals, families, and couples. The center supports challenges such as substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. Native Americans from any federally recognized tribe—holding a CDIB card, tribal membership card, or letter of descendancy—are eligible and typically pay no out-of-pocket fees. Services include therapy for all ages, crisis support, and virtual appointments.
The center's approach includes therapies such as play therapy for children with special needs, peer support for veterans, and case management services. These therapies help clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and improve overall well-being. By offering a wide range of therapeutic options, the center ensures each person receives care tailored to their unique needs.
McAlester Behavioral Health additionally participates in specialized programs like the Tribal Opioid Response grant, assisting individuals affected by opioid use with medication-assisted treatment (
MAT) to ease withdrawal and substance cravings. They also collaborate with the Warrior Wellness program, providing culturally connected services for Native American veterans, including equine therapy, family retreats, and peer support. Services are generally not available for non-tribal individuals, with limited exceptions.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like McAlester Behavioral Health (Wind Horse Counseling) provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)