Reviews from Lighthouse Clients and Families

Our experience with Light House has been extraordinary. The staff are caring and communicative, the therapy team is excellent, and it is clear that for these folks, working at LH is truly a calling. Our son has grown and matured, gaining the confidence to pursue his goals. This is
such a supportive community, and we are
very grateful that he has become a part of it. We would highly recommend Light House to anyone who is serious about
beginning the journey to recovery.
Sara S.

I completed a full stay at the lighthouse sober living as well as went through their PHP, IOP, and SOP programs they offer. Lighthouse didn’t just get me back on my feet, but they laid the necessary tools to live a happy, sober, and independent life in front of me and showed me in depth how to use each and every one of them. I will forever be in debt to what this program gave me during the most formative year of my life. Lighthouse is one of very few places where every staff member truly just wants to see you succeed. I could go through the list of names, but it would be too long. Thank you lighthouse for giving me the why’s and the how’s on how to live a life beyond what I could have imagined a little over a year ago.

Navigating this past year with my child in recovery was incredibly challenging, especially with him being 12 hours away from home. From the very beginning, the team at Lighthouse Recovery made me feel supported and informed every step of the way. I could tell that they truly cared for my child, not just as a client, but as a person.

Bryce, my son’s case manager, was always timely and compassionate in his communication, answering my questions and keeping me updated. Frankie, the operations manager, took the time to help me understand addiction and what my child was going through. Brooke, the Chief Clinical Officer, also offered guidance and support.

I had to trust complete strangers with my child, and I can honestly say that Lighthouse became an extension of our family. Their dedication, professionalism, and genuine care made an overwhelming situation feel manageable, and I am deeply grateful for everything they did to support both my child and our family.

If you want to quit and haven’t been able to, this place can help. I was unable to stay sober until I took the sober living approach, and Lighthouse is the best option available. The team is excellent and you will get results if you’re committed. My life looks completely different now, and I have a fresh start with hope that my best years are ahead of me; Lighthouse was a key part of me getting there.

As the parent of a loved one who is addicted to alcohol, I highly commend the services provided to him and to our whole family while he was a resident at Lighthouse Recovery in Dallas, Texas. Lighthouse provided a supportive environment and a treatment regimen that was individually tailored to his needs, his strengths, and his weaknesses. Even when he suffered setbacks, the staff continued to provide structure, support, and encouragement to succeed. During his time at Lighthouse, his case manager, Michael, provided regular updates on his progress in weekly phone calls to us family members, and he was always accessible when we had questions or concerns. Even when my son chose to leave Lighthouse so that he could resume drinking, the Lighthouse staff stayed in touch with him every day to make sure he was safe, and they eventually were able to persuade him to enter a long-term rehab program.

My time at lighthouse was phenomenal, the staff were really great and they accommodated all my needs. The clinical was amazing, and the community really helped me during my time there. I was able to graduate high school thanks to them and i would recommend lighthouse to anyone who is looking for a sober living

I just wanted to take a minute to say thank you. When I came here fresh out of rehab, I was in a rough spot, and honestly, I didn’t know if I’d ever pull myself together. But you all took me in, gave me a place to get my head straight, and most importantly, you never gave up on me—even when I wasn’t making it easy.

You guys stuck by me through everything, and because of that, I’ve been able to grow into someone I never thought I could be. I’ve learned so much here, not just about staying sober but about being a better person—someone who’s responsible, who thinks before he acts, and who actually wants to build a real future. That means more than I can put into words.

The staff here is seriously amazing. Mike Jones, Michael Fowler, Frankie Gomez, Bryce Hand, Joshua Stoddard, and Brooke Keels—you guys are the backbone of this place. Each of you brings something different to the table, and together, you create a space where people like me get a real chance at a new life. You’re patient, you understand what we’re going through, and you actually care—which isn’t something you find everywhere.

This place saved my life. That’s not an exaggeration. I wouldn’t be where I am without the support, guidance, and second chances I got here. I’ll always be grateful for that.

Thank you for everything.

Great staff and great program! Love y’all so much! Best sober living out there!!

Lighthouse is NOT 4.9 stars. Lighthouse is a 5 star recovery facility. Second home.

Lighthouse recovery is the best of the best. I came in struggling with addiction and had lost almost everything in my life. The people here are top class and ultimately care for your health and wellbeing. This place has changed my perspective of life and I’ve enjoyed my stay since the beginning of October. The PHP, IOP phase has taught me so many life changing lessons as well as the sober living aspect and would recommend this place for anyone who’s dealing with struggling addictions. I am forever grateful of this place.

What can you say to someone who has given you back your son? “Thanks” is not enough… not even close! If you are reading these reviews, and you have a loved one dealing with addiction issues, you know it feels like this crazy, terrible, fear-fueled circus ride you are on, and even when you are begging for it to stop, it just keeps going! All the while, you love the person, but you feel helpless to help them.

We felt we had lost our son to drugs about 8 years ago, so when we sat down in 2023 to talk to the team at Lighthouse, we were tired, devastated and fearful of our son’s future. We did not know what to do, but the destruction of addiction had taken a terrible toll on our family. I had heard about Lighthouse from my son’s doctor about 3 years earlier, and I had even called and talked to a friendly, young man at Lighthouse named Grant. He was amazing and helpful. But, my son was not ready to go. Grant gave me options and said to call him if I needed any other help.

Fast forward 3 years. We tried to talk to him. We cried. We pleaded to stop the drugs. Finally, we told him he would have to move from our home. We offered rehab and said we were 110% behind recovery but would no longer be able to help him while he chose drugs. I felt my heart breaking! It was interesting to see how over the last eight years, he had lost jobs, friends and so much money over this drug. Now, no one was bailing him out and no friends were opening up their doors for him to come stay with them.

History: Our son had graduated at the top of his class. He had taken Calculus and was in National Honor Society. He had been an active youth leader in our church! How could he have chosen to start smoking weed? And what started as a fun past time with friends, quickly spiraled downward into an all encompassing addiction that would take every dime, and every thought from him . It demanded everything from him.

In April of 2023, our son hit a bottom, and my dear Uncle was able to talk to him, and he called us and said he would go to rehab. While at rehab, we gingerly started talking about sober living. At first it was a resounding “no”, but we told him we had looked at the top sober living homes in Dallas, and Lighthouse came out on top for us. We told him that everyone was kind and helpful.

Lighthouse is amazing. A young man named Augie told us his story and the part about living in his truck was similar to our son’’s story. We also met Frankie who helped give us a tour of one of the homes. He answered questions. Grant was right there too! They offered hope! But the best is that our son then talked to Grant while in rehab, and he started considering it. He entered Lighthouse July 1, and he was there 10 months. He did the full program at Lighthouse! It was such a great program!

Tears fill my eyes on this next part, he called me today on FaceTime to show me his Christmas tree, and the X-box he had purchased from a pawn shop! He has pawned so many gaming systems for drugs in the past, and now he had purchased one from a pawn store! By the way, while at Lighthouse, he saved and bought a car on his own (men at Lighthouse mentored him on finances). He got a good job while at Lighthouse! He is now living in a nice apartment, has a dog and a girlfriend. He has been at his job 14 months. And he was calling to invite his mom and dad to dinner! Like I said, “Thank you” is just not enough!

The staff is incredible! Bryce and Frankie are so good with our son. They still mentor him. Steve mentored him and taught him how to handle his finances. Dr Keels is wise and insightful in the middle of it all, and we needed that! Mike Jones has assembled an all-star team that gives young men their lives back.

We had to get creative with our finances to do this step. I want to be honest about that, but there are so many ways to get creative, and we just felt we had to give our son this shot….. worth every penny!

I cannot recommend Lighthouse enough!! I know the pain of losing my son for years, and now getting him back! PRICELESS!! And I pray that for you too!

Our Lighthouse advocate, Frankie Gomez, kept us constantly informed about the status of our family member while in their sober living environment. He and his team’s professional approach provided us with a friendly face we could contact with questions or concerns at any time, day or night. Being exhausted, distraught parents, we never imagined feeling so confident after each update about the holistic and personal approach Lighthouse provided. We have a lifetime friend in Frankie and would recommend his experienced group of lifesavers without reservation. We believe Lighthouse is very well named – call them and see for yourself. They are an outliner among many other options.

Love the whole lighthouse team and community, the helped me get back on my feet. Bryce Hand, Frankie Gomez, Steve Cobb and Luke Caudell have all made a great positive impact on my life.

Words can't describe enough how much Lighthouse Recovery has helped our son. Their "real world" approach to recovery seems to provide him with the tools needed to thrive in actual day-to-day living.

Lighthouse was exactly the support my son needed as he embarked on the next phase of his recovery journey. The program provided a safe and highly structured environment, which was crucial for his healing. The comprehensive support he received from the staff was instrumental in building his confidence and equipping him with the necessary tools to navigate a sober life. He was able to engage in valuable therapeutic activities that focused on personal growth, all while surrounded by a community that fostered accountability and understanding. This nurturing atmosphere helped him gain the skills and resilience needed to face the challenges of sobriety with newfound strength and optimism. I want to express my gratitude to Grant, Bryce, Frankie, Brooke Keels, and Mike Jones for providing my son with this opportunity to heal.

Lighthouse Recovery has been an instrumental piece in my clients recovery. The entire staff is knowledgeable, kind & experts in the field of recovery. I wish I could give 10 stars!

Bryce is the crème de la crème and a wonderful representation of lighthouse!

Went to Lighthouse for Aylmer Buford Atkins III’s, Amy Smith Atkins’s, Teresa Diane Allison Mueller’s, Reeves Crawford Atkins’s, Charles Colvin Atkins’s, Carter James Bodell’s, Abby Leigh Loncar’s, and so on’s substance & mental health issues that are the exact polar opposite of my issues. Lighthouse was sharp and keen to see an abusive trap for what it was. My one month there with my severe disability in which there is a Valium-like substance in my cerebrospinal fluid that is acting as a benzodiazepine on my body (hence tho “exact polar opposite” issue dynamic) was tough but they were understanding and at least as helpful as they could reasonably be in getting out of my way and being nice and supportive. Now I’m back at Harvard crushing it in life and still dealing with my exact opposite issue of what people that go to Lighthouse go there for combined with the logistical fallout and chain reactions of me having to get sucked into these types of situations in the past (never again) due to a lack of understanding of my rare case of GABA-related idiopathic hypersomnia that Lighthouse helped elucidate to others. Appreciate it, you guys!

From the moment I reached out to Lighthouse, I knew my son would be well cared for. From detox all the way to recovery, they were there every step of the way. They have a wonderful staff of counselors, coordinators, and the management team were always available to answer questions. It was a difficult decision in one regard because he would be two states away. But it was what was best for him. Lighthouse was the best fit for him to get past his alcoholism. If you are interested in full treatment options, I cannot say enough good things about Lighthouse.

This is a wonderful place. Helped a family member start their road to recovery. Great staff and environment, would recommend to anyone!

This placed helped my brother start his foundation in recovery and the path toward healing. So proud of the progress he's made because of this place and the support they have given him. Would recommend to anyone!

Lighthouse was able to help me and my loved one struggling with addiction overcome their struggles. Very grateful to lighthouse and their staff

If you are reading reviews about Lighthouse Recovery of Texas, then you are probably a member of the club nobody wants to join. Originally, my review started with how our journey through the insanity of addiction led us to Lighthouse. I changed my mind because we all have a story and ours isn’t unique. Your story is what brought you here. Be grateful it did.

Never one at a loss for words, I struggle to adequately convey how much the people at Lighthouse mean to me. My son is a current client, and I am leaving this review in real time. The level of engagement and confidence I am seeing in him is proof this program is a good fit. I dare to say “this time feels different”. 😉 Every member of the staff with whom I have had contact has been open, compassionate and patient. I have come to rely heavily on the expertise and guidance of case workers Michael and Frankie and clinical supervisor Nora to support my son’s sobriety and life of recovery in the healthiest way.

Read the reviews and know this: The Lighthouse program IS unique. It is real life. It is tailored to your person and you. The staff support system is made of people who have lived the struggle and believe in the fight. They work 24/7 to give the highest level of care to clients and their families. I don’t know what I’d do without them and I’m grateful to have a Lighthouse Recovery of Texas chapter in my story.

Incredible programming & staff!

Lighthouse has been the biggest blessing to our family and I’m so thankful everyday that we found them. The staff is incredible, from the owner to case managers, house managers, clinical team, etc, everyone communicates and functions as a team. Our son is thriving and has found his joy again in sobriety. The model lighthouse uses is so affective, moving through recovery in a real life setting and it makes all the difference. I have and will continue to recommend lighthouse to anyone in need of help breaking free from addiction.

Best rehab I’ve ever been to!

Exceptional.
Pure and stern to what life is supposed to be given the perspective that I have learned in my sobriety. I will forever be grateful to LH Recovery for the beautiful experience and family I was able to acquire in my time here.

From treatment for 60 days to sober living, Lighthouse provided a safe transition for me and my family. The PHP, IOP, and SOP led by Heather, Sam, and Brooke respectively were excellent. I learned about myself, grew in recovery, and processed stressful life events with professional counselors. Lighthouse gave me invaluable tools to cope with anxiety, anger, and depression for when I left. The house provided an opportunity to develop authentic relationships with guys in recovery.