Medically reviewed by Dr. Aaron Brown, DO, Medical Director. Last reviewed July 2026.
If you are a veteran in Dallas-Fort Worth looking for mental health care, the number of paths can feel overwhelming. Between VA benefits, TRICARE, community care, and private clinics, it is not always clear where to start or what your options actually cover. One thing worth knowing up front: NeuroGlow is in-network with TRICARE, including TriWest, for Spravato treatment. This guide lays out the main routes DFW veterans use to get care in 2026, in plain language, so you can make an informed choice for yourself or someone you love.
For a full list of veteran support options, see our Veteran Mental Health Resources page.
Start with the VA and community care
For many veterans, the VA is the first stop. The VA North Texas Health Care System offers mental health services, and eligible veterans can access counseling, medication management, and specialty programs. When the VA cannot provide timely or nearby care, the Community Care Network may let you see an approved community provider with the VA covering eligible costs. Eligibility and referrals depend on your enrollment, local wait times, and distance from a VA facility, so it is worth confirming your status directly with the VA before assuming what is or is not available. If you are already enrolled, ask specifically about mental health access standards and community care options.
TRICARE and Spravato
NeuroGlow is in-network with TRICARE, so eligible service members and their families can use their benefits directly with our team.
If you have TRICARE, whether as an active-duty family member, a retiree, or through other eligibility, your coverage works differently from VA care. TRICARE covers a range of behavioral health services, and coverage for treatments like Spravato (esketamine) depends on your specific plan and medical necessity criteria. Because the details matter, we put together a dedicated guide to TRICARE coverage for Spravato. The short version is that Spravato is FDA approved for treatment-resistant depression and for depression with acute suicidal thoughts or actions, so it is often covered when criteria are met, but plans vary and approval is case by case.
IV ketamine therapy and the HERO Discount
IV ketamine therapy is another option that has drawn strong interest among veterans, particularly for PTSD and treatment-resistant depression. Unlike Spravato, IV ketamine is used off-label, which means it is generally not billed to insurance and is paid out of pocket. To make it more accessible to those who serve, NeuroGlow offers a HERO Discount of 20% off all self-pay services for veterans, first responders, police officers, EMTs, nurses, teachers, and municipal government officials. If you want to understand how ketamine works for veterans specifically, our guides on ketamine therapy in veteran mental health, how ketamine helps veterans with PTSD, and ketamine for PTSD and C-PTSD go deeper.
Our partnership with Spirit of a Hero
NeuroGlow partners with Spirit of a Hero, a North Texas 501(c)(3) that provides financial, moral, and community support to U.S. veterans and their families, guided by the belief that no veteran should be forgotten. Spirit of a Hero refers its members to NeuroGlow for IV ketamine therapy. For veterans who have tried other treatments without relief, that kind of community backing can make the difference between giving up and trying one more path.
What the Texas psychedelic research initiative means for veterans
You may have seen headlines about Texas funding psychedelic research, including ibogaine. It is worth being clear-eyed about what this does and does not mean today. Ibogaine remains a Schedule I substance and is not legally available for treatment in Texas. The state’s investment funds research, not clinical access, and any future availability would depend on trial results and federal regulation. We wrote an honest breakdown in our post on the Texas psychedelic research initiative. For now, the treatments available to you are the ones covered above, and you should be cautious of anyone claiming to offer ibogaine in Texas.
How to decide what fits your situation
Every veteran’s situation is different, so the right starting point depends on your benefits, your diagnosis, and what you have already tried. If you are enrolled with the VA and your current care is working, the VA or community care is often the simplest route. If you have TRICARE, it is worth checking Spravato coverage before assuming it is out of reach. If you have tried standard antidepressants and talk therapy without lasting relief, treatment-resistant depression is common among veterans, and treatments like Spravato or IV ketamine are built for exactly that situation. The most useful first step is usually a conversation with a provider who can look at your history and your coverage together and lay out the realistic options in Dallas-Fort Worth.
If you are in crisis
If you are a veteran in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, help is available right now. Call or text the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 and then press 1, or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net. You do not have to be enrolled in VA care to use it, and it is staffed by people who understand military and veteran experiences. Reaching out is a sign of strength.
How NeuroGlow helps DFW veterans
NeuroGlow provides psychiatrist-led care at three North Texas locations in Flower Mound, McKinney, and Fort Worth. Our team can help you understand your coverage, apply the HERO Discount, and build a treatment plan around your goals, whether that is Spravato, IV ketamine, or another path. To talk it through, book a consultation or call 469-218-4410.
FAQs
Can veterans use both VA care and private ketamine therapy?
Yes. Many veterans combine VA or TRICARE mental health care with private treatments like IV ketamine. Coordinating with your existing providers is wise so everyone has the full picture, and our team is glad to communicate with your VA or civilian prescriber when it helps.
Does the VA cover ketamine or Spravato?
The VA provides Spravato (esketamine) in some settings for eligible veterans with treatment-resistant depression, though availability varies by facility. IV ketamine access through the VA is more limited. Confirm your current options with your VA mental health team.
How much is IV ketamine with the HERO Discount?
IV ketamine is self-pay, and the HERO Discount takes 20% off NeuroGlow self-pay services for those who qualify. For current pricing and what a full course involves, ask our team during a free consultation so you get numbers specific to your plan of care.
Is ibogaine available for veterans in Texas?
No. Ibogaine is Schedule I and not legally available for treatment in Texas. Recent state funding supports research only. Be cautious of any provider claiming to offer it in Texas today.
What if I do not have VA benefits or TRICARE?
You still have options. IV ketamine and other NeuroGlow services are available on a self-pay basis, with the HERO Discount for those who qualify, and we can check whether any of your coverage applies. Start with a free consultation.
Where is NeuroGlow located?
NeuroGlow has three North Texas locations in Flower Mound, McKinney, and Fort Worth, serving veterans across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Exploring IV ketamine therapy? NeuroGlow provides physician-supervised ketamine infusions at three DFW clinics, with an integration-focused care plan. Learn about IV ketamine at NeuroGlow or call 469-218-4410.
