Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center
Chekita Hammette, LMSW, is a dedicated therapist at Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center since March 2021, bringing valuable experience from previous roles such as Agency Case Manager at Williams House Emergency Shelter and Mental Health Intern at Advent Health Partners. Chekita's educational background includes a Master of Social Work focused on Mental Health and Substance Abuse from The University of Texas at Arlington and a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Texas A&M University–Central Texas. Additionally, Chekita has foundational experience in the US Army, serving in various transportation and logistics roles from 2006 to 2015.
Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center
Making a Difference Located on 33 acres of land in Central Texas, Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center is a top provider of behavioral healthcare services, offering treatment for addiction and mental illnesses in children, teens, adults, and the elderly. With the mission of supplying personalized, superior care to each one of our patients, Cedar Crest’s comprehensive approach to treating substance abuse problems, mental health conditions, and/or a combination of both works to help individuals heal on all levels, mind, body, and spirit. The Cedar Crest team adopts an approach to care that includes the utilization of evidence-based treatments, personalized care plans, and an environment that encourages positive outcomes for all patients. Each member of our team works with dedication and compassion, helping all patients develop the skills needed to thrive. Cedar Crest offers age-specific programming throughout various levels of care. These levels of care include residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health treatment, and day treatment, as well as a program designed specifically for military personnel. All of Cedar Crest’s programming is designed to treat the following: • Substance abuse (heroin, alcohol, opioids, cocaine, meth, marijuana) • Depression • Bipolar disorder • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) • Aggression • Suicidal ideations • Schizophrenia • Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) • Anxiety disorders • Self-harm • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) • Adjustment disorder The team of professionals at Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center strives to provide a secure, prosperous environment where the atmosphere is conducive to the healing of all of our patients. To obtain more information about how we can help you or a loved one, reach out to us by calling (254) 781-3217 right now.