Kyle, Texas — August 2025 — Athra, a national leader in behavioral health solutions, is proud to announce its newest partnership with Kyle ER & Hospital. Together, the organizations have launched a dedicated behavioral health program focused on urgent psychiatric support within the hospital’s emergency care and inpatient settings.
This collaboration reflects Athra’s mission to deliver responsive, real-time mental health care in medically supported environments—ensuring patients experiencing crises such as suicidal ideation, severe anxiety, substance withdrawal, or psychiatric complications can be stabilized quickly and compassionately, without unnecessary transfers or delays.
“Mental health concerns often present in emergency settings where every moment matters,” said Dr. Jason Miller, Chief Clinical Officer and Managing Partner of Athra. “At Kyle ER & Hospital, we’re embedding psychiatric expertise directly into the ER, ensuring timely care for both patients and providers.”
Athra’s clinical team—including board-certified psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed mental health professionals—now supports the hospital’s emergency care team and inpatient team with behavioral health consultations, medication management, and acute psychiatric interventions. This service is designed to reduce pressure on surrounding healthcare providers by delivering fast, reliable psychiatric support at the point of entry.
“Behavioral health care isn’t just for inpatient psych units anymore,” added Tera Rudloff, Vice President of Operations at Athra. “Whether someone is in the midst of a panic attack or experiencing depression symptoms, our team is there—quietly, compassionately, and immediately.”
This model also supports local physicians, therapists, first responders, and urgent care clinics by providing a trusted referral destination for behavioral health needs, helping to ensure continuity of care in the Kyle and Central Texas region.
“We’re proud to serve as an extension of care for community professionals who simply need somewhere to turn when time and resources are limited,” said Andrew Hardin, CEO and Managing Partner of Athra. “This is about improving access, reducing wait times, and taking care of people—fast.”
While Kyle ER & Hospital accepts most commercial insurance plans, it is not a deemed facility for Medicare or Medicaid.
This initiative is part of Athra’s continued expansion throughout Texas, strengthening partnerships that improve access to timely, integrated psychiatric and substance use care.
About Athra
Athra is a veteran-owned behavioral health organization providing high-quality psychiatric and substance use treatment to hospitals, rehabilitation centers, senior living communities, and government agencies across the United States. Operating in over 150 locations across 12 states and rapidly expanding, Athra is known for its responsive, tech-enabled, and person-centered care models. Through a team of board-certified psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed clinicians—available both on-site and via telehealth—Athra delivers real-time support, including crisis stabilization, medication management, and medical detox. With scalable solutions tailored to each partner’s unique needs, Athra helps bridge critical gaps in behavioral healthcare. Learn more at www.AthraHealthcare.com.
About Kyle ER & Hospital
Physician-owned and operated, Kyle ER & Hospital provides concierge-level emergency care to the local community and surrounding areas. Open 24/7, 365 days a year, the hospital specializes in personalized emergency treatment without the long wait times of traditional hospital systems. In addition to emergency services, Kyle ER & Hospital provides inpatient care, pediatric treatment, and diagnostic imaging services including CT, Ultrasound, and X-ray. Conveniently located at 5615 Kyle Center Dr, Kyle, TX 78640, the hospital is proud to deliver compassionate care in a comfortable, efficient setting.
