At We Hear You Inc., we serve a diverse clientele facing the dual challenges of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our clients come from various walks of life and include those battling addiction to alcohol, drugs, and other behavioral dependencies. Many have faced significant disruptions in their lives, such as health issues, job loss, and strained relationships, all compounded by the stigma surrounding addiction and mental illness. They need comprehensive, compassionate care that addresses both their addiction and underlying mental health concerns. Our clients seek a supportive environment where they feel heard, respected, and understood, with access to services that cater to their unique physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
At We Hear You Inc., we serve a diverse clientele facing the dual challenges of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our clients come from various walks of life and include those battling addiction to alcohol, drugs, and other behavioral dependencies. Many have faced significant disruptions in their lives, such as health issues, job loss, and strained relationships, all compounded by the stigma surrounding addiction and mental illness. They need comprehensive, compassionate care that addresses both their addiction and underlying mental health concerns. Our clients seek a supportive environment where they feel heard, respected, and understood, with access to services that cater to their unique physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
We have one location in Little Rock, AR - serving youth across the nation for Residential Treatment. Youth Home specializes in the treating emotional and behavioral health in youth ages 12 to 17 from a trauma-informed perspective, using a highly successful Intensive Psychiatric Residential Treatment program. Treatment plans are individualized with lengths of stay typically ranging from 3-7 months. This program is staffed 24/7 by a comprehensive team of professionals and is located on our beautiful, open 52 acre campus. Youth Home also offers specialty tracks within our continuum of care which includes Reactive Attachment Disorder, Safe Solutions, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Problems with Alcohol and/or Drugs. Program Highlights include: Award-Winning Recreational Therapy • Trauma Informed Care Approach • EMDR Therapy • Trauma-Informed CBT Therapy • Group & Family Therapy • Individual Therapy • TeleMedicine and TeleHealth (for Family Therapy)
We have one location in Little Rock, AR - serving youth across the nation for Residential Treatment. Youth Home specializes in the treating emotional and behavioral health in youth ages 12 to 17 from a trauma-informed perspective, using a highly successful Intensive Psychiatric Residential Treatment program. Treatment plans are individualized with lengths of stay typically ranging from 3-7 months. This program is staffed 24/7 by a comprehensive team of professionals and is located on our beautiful, open 52 acre campus. Youth Home also offers specialty tracks within our continuum of care which includes Reactive Attachment Disorder, Safe Solutions, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Problems with Alcohol and/or Drugs. Program Highlights include: Award-Winning Recreational Therapy • Trauma Informed Care Approach • EMDR Therapy • Trauma-Informed CBT Therapy • Group & Family Therapy • Individual Therapy • TeleMedicine and TeleHealth (for Family Therapy)
Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center is a unique, adolescent, substance use disorder treatment program providing every patient with a comprehensive and customized level of care. From fully supervised Withdrawal Management all the way to Outpatient Services, our customized adolescent care for ages 12 to 18 is built on the latest scientific research and proven techniques to increase the likelihood of successful outcomes. Stonewater's founding family has been there, where you are now, and understands that your child is an individual who needs an individualized recovery program which provides safety, privacy, security and success.
Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center is a unique, adolescent, substance use disorder treatment program providing every patient with a comprehensive and customized level of care. From fully supervised Withdrawal Management all the way to Outpatient Services, our customized adolescent care for ages 12 to 18 is built on the latest scientific research and proven techniques to increase the likelihood of successful outcomes. Stonewater's founding family has been there, where you are now, and understands that your child is an individual who needs an individualized recovery program which provides safety, privacy, security and success.
Arkansas Families First is a mental and behavioral health practice for children, teens, and families. Each of our psychologists, psychiatrists, and counselors are specialists in particular areas and regularly collaborate on patient care, allowing you the benefit of team treatment and evaluation with a group of experts. We utilize evidence-based treatments and evaluation and we strive to empower parents and caregivers in all services. Our goal is to provide the best, most comprehensive care that modern psychology, counseling, medicine, speech and occupational therapies have to offer. We are devoted to unlocking the full potential of children and families by accurately diagnosing and effectively treating a range of child and family problems.
Arkansas Families First is a mental and behavioral health practice for children, teens, and families. Each of our psychologists, psychiatrists, and counselors are specialists in particular areas and regularly collaborate on patient care, allowing you the benefit of team treatment and evaluation with a group of experts. We utilize evidence-based treatments and evaluation and we strive to empower parents and caregivers in all services. Our goal is to provide the best, most comprehensive care that modern psychology, counseling, medicine, speech and occupational therapies have to offer. We are devoted to unlocking the full potential of children and families by accurately diagnosing and effectively treating a range of child and family problems.
Living Hope Eating Disorder Treatment Center is located in Norman Oklahoma and Bentonville Arkansas. Serving patients in the Oklahoma City Metro Area, NW Arkansas, and from all over the country. Living Hope EDTC, believes that all foods fit, and takes a Health at Every Size approach to eating disorder treatment. We offer different levels of care, Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and Residential Treatment. At our IOP and PHP programs we are gender inclusive, ages 13+. At our Residential Treatment Center, we are gender inclusive, ages 15+.
Living Hope Eating Disorder Treatment Center is located in Norman Oklahoma and Bentonville Arkansas. Serving patients in the Oklahoma City Metro Area, NW Arkansas, and from all over the country. Living Hope EDTC, believes that all foods fit, and takes a Health at Every Size approach to eating disorder treatment. We offer different levels of care, Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and Residential Treatment. At our IOP and PHP programs we are gender inclusive, ages 13+. At our Residential Treatment Center, we are gender inclusive, ages 15+.
2nd Generation family-owned program founded on faith and clinical excellence. Capstone works with adolescent boys ages 14-17 and young men 18-28 struggling with mental health, substance abuse, compulsive sexual behavior, addiction, trauma, and more. We provide an industry leading 2:1 client to therapist ratio and are the only treatment program in the world that gives every client a puppy on admission and they take the dog home with them when they graduate.
2nd Generation family-owned program founded on faith and clinical excellence. Capstone works with adolescent boys ages 14-17 and young men 18-28 struggling with mental health, substance abuse, compulsive sexual behavior, addiction, trauma, and more. We provide an industry leading 2:1 client to therapist ratio and are the only treatment program in the world that gives every client a puppy on admission and they take the dog home with them when they graduate.
Revered as the provider of high quality treatment in the Arkansas River Valley, Valley Behavioral Health is a 114-bed treatment center dedicated to providing excellent care to those struggling with mental illnesses. With programs available for children (ages 4-17), and adults, Valley Behavioral Health focuses its treatment on recovery and gives patients the tools and skills needed to live a happy life. Under the medical direction of psychiatrists, Valley Behavioral Health employs qualified, professional, and caring staff who diligently work towards building and implementing treatment tailored to patients' specific needs. The multidisciplinary approach used by Valley Behavioral Health's staff, at every level of care, is proven to be effective in successfully treating a number of mental health disorders and chronic illnesses. Valley Behavioral Health is devoted to providing this patient-centered care in a safe environment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Involving family members, promoting crisis resolution and self-awareness, learning social skills, and fostering personal growth is what distinguishes Valley Behavioral Health from other healthcare providers. Valley Behavioral Health System puts its patients first.
Revered as the provider of high quality treatment in the Arkansas River Valley, Valley Behavioral Health is a 114-bed treatment center dedicated to providing excellent care to those struggling with mental illnesses. With programs available for children (ages 4-17), and adults, Valley Behavioral Health focuses its treatment on recovery and gives patients the tools and skills needed to live a happy life. Under the medical direction of psychiatrists, Valley Behavioral Health employs qualified, professional, and caring staff who diligently work towards building and implementing treatment tailored to patients' specific needs. The multidisciplinary approach used by Valley Behavioral Health's staff, at every level of care, is proven to be effective in successfully treating a number of mental health disorders and chronic illnesses. Valley Behavioral Health is devoted to providing this patient-centered care in a safe environment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Involving family members, promoting crisis resolution and self-awareness, learning social skills, and fostering personal growth is what distinguishes Valley Behavioral Health from other healthcare providers. Valley Behavioral Health System puts its patients first.
Christian Perspective Counseling is made up of passionate followers of Jesus Christ who are not only gifted in showing compassion but are also licensed mental health practitioners. We understand the difficulty of trying to walk the path God has set before us even as the rigors of the journey have taken their toll in our lives. Yet our years of training and experience enable us to be highly-effective clinicians…guides for others who struggle to know the right path to take or need help continuing even when they grow weary. Our team makes masterful use of evidence-based treatment, while at the same time we realizing that science can’t answer life’s deepest questions. So where do you want to go? Better still, where is God leading you? No matter where you may be now, we would love to walk with you on the path of God’s will.
Christian Perspective Counseling is made up of passionate followers of Jesus Christ who are not only gifted in showing compassion but are also licensed mental health practitioners. We understand the difficulty of trying to walk the path God has set before us even as the rigors of the journey have taken their toll in our lives. Yet our years of training and experience enable us to be highly-effective clinicians…guides for others who struggle to know the right path to take or need help continuing even when they grow weary. Our team makes masterful use of evidence-based treatment, while at the same time we realizing that science can’t answer life’s deepest questions. So where do you want to go? Better still, where is God leading you? No matter where you may be now, we would love to walk with you on the path of God’s will.
Valley Behavioral Health Systems offers individualized treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults who are struggling with mental disorders and chronic illnesses. All of the programs offered at Valley Behavioral feature treatment modalities that help patients acquire the necessary tools for lasting recovery and healing, as well as valuable skills for managing symptoms related to behavioral health and chronic mental illness. The treatment team at Valley Behavioral includes experienced mental health and medical professionals, who are trained and qualified to deliver superior and compassionate care. Additionally, each patient's family is encouraged to be involved in the treatment process to support patients as they navigate towards happy, healthy lives. Lastly, the safe, secure, and serene environment in which Valley Behavioral delivers its services is extremely conducive to healing from several illness, such as posttraumatic stress disorder and other trauma-related conditions.
Valley Behavioral Health Systems offers individualized treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults who are struggling with mental disorders and chronic illnesses. All of the programs offered at Valley Behavioral feature treatment modalities that help patients acquire the necessary tools for lasting recovery and healing, as well as valuable skills for managing symptoms related to behavioral health and chronic mental illness. The treatment team at Valley Behavioral includes experienced mental health and medical professionals, who are trained and qualified to deliver superior and compassionate care. Additionally, each patient's family is encouraged to be involved in the treatment process to support patients as they navigate towards happy, healthy lives. Lastly, the safe, secure, and serene environment in which Valley Behavioral delivers its services is extremely conducive to healing from several illness, such as posttraumatic stress disorder and other trauma-related conditions.
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Millcreek Behavioral Health, located in Fordyce, Arkansas, is a psychiatric residential treatment facility (PRTF) for children and adolescents ages 6-17. Our residential program helps individuals who are struggling with behavioral health concerns and co-occurring addictions. We strive to meet each young person where they are in their healing journey by providing them with a safe environment where they can grow. Our programming offers each patient the chance to address behavioral and emotional concerns while learning tools for continued success. During their time with us, patients work with a diverse team of professionals, which may include psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, nutritionists, certified teachers, and case managers. The length of time a patient stays in our residential program depends on their individual needs, goals, and progress. However, most patients stay at our PRTF for four to six months. Our case managers provide support by helping patients transition to a less restrictive level of care or back to their regular routines after they complete treatment.
Millcreek Behavioral Health, located in Fordyce, Arkansas, is a psychiatric residential treatment facility (PRTF) for children and adolescents ages 6-17. Our residential program helps individuals who are struggling with behavioral health concerns and co-occurring addictions. We strive to meet each young person where they are in their healing journey by providing them with a safe environment where they can grow. Our programming offers each patient the chance to address behavioral and emotional concerns while learning tools for continued success. During their time with us, patients work with a diverse team of professionals, which may include psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, nutritionists, certified teachers, and case managers. The length of time a patient stays in our residential program depends on their individual needs, goals, and progress. However, most patients stay at our PRTF for four to six months. Our case managers provide support by helping patients transition to a less restrictive level of care or back to their regular routines after they complete treatment.
At Millcreek Behavioral Health, we believe that every child needs quality educational support in order to thrive. We offer a comprehensive education program that is approved and accredited by the Arkansas Department of Education. Young people who have behavioral health and developmental disorders and are in one of our residential programs can receive customized educational interventions through our education program. Our teachers are licensed by the state of Arkansas and deliver individualized lesson plans that are tailored to each young person’s needs. Students attend classes in a stimulating environment that is designed to promote their intellectual, social, and emotional growth and development. In addition to caring for each patient’s educational needs, the teachers in our education program provide speech and language therapies, occupational therapy, and physical therapy for students.
At Millcreek Behavioral Health, we believe that every child needs quality educational support in order to thrive. We offer a comprehensive education program that is approved and accredited by the Arkansas Department of Education. Young people who have behavioral health and developmental disorders and are in one of our residential programs can receive customized educational interventions through our education program. Our teachers are licensed by the state of Arkansas and deliver individualized lesson plans that are tailored to each young person’s needs. Students attend classes in a stimulating environment that is designed to promote their intellectual, social, and emotional growth and development. In addition to caring for each patient’s educational needs, the teachers in our education program provide speech and language therapies, occupational therapy, and physical therapy for students.
Are you or your loved one struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or substance abuse? At Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services, we’re here to help. With locations in North Little Rock, Bentonville, and Fayetteville, as well as convenient online counseling options, our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based support to help you navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change.
At Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services, we know that taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming. Our goal is to make this process as supportive and stress-free as possible.
Are you or your loved one struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or substance abuse? At Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services, we’re here to help. With locations in North Little Rock, Bentonville, and Fayetteville, as well as convenient online counseling options, our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based support to help you navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change.
At Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services, we know that taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming. Our goal is to make this process as supportive and stress-free as possible.
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Willow Tree Counseling believes healing is possible for anyone, no matter how significant the trauma, if clients are willing to take a step in a different direction. Our therapists and psychiatric care team walks alongside our clients through their journeys of self-discovery, awareness and growing ownership in their lives.
Willow Tree Counseling believes healing is possible for anyone, no matter how significant the trauma, if clients are willing to take a step in a different direction. Our therapists and psychiatric care team walks alongside our clients through their journeys of self-discovery, awareness and growing ownership in their lives.
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FAQ - Teens & Adolescent Residential Treatment Centers
What types of psychiatric treatment programs are available for teenagers?
Psychiatric treatment programs for teens generally fall into two broad categories: inpatient/residential programs and outpatient programs. In inpatient and residential programs, a teen lives at a treatment facility full-time. In outpatient programs, a teen lives at home and attends treatment on a scheduled, more part-time basis. Inpatient and residential programs are the most intensive level of care, while outpatient options are less intensive and include partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs). Both PHPs and IOPs involve structured therapy sessions multiple times per week without requiring the teen to leave home overnight. The right level of care for a teen generally depends on the severity of their symptoms, how safe they are at home, and whether less intensive treatment options have already been tried.
What is the difference between inpatient and residential treatment for teenagers?
Although the terms are often used interchangeably, inpatient and residential treatment are meaningfully different. Inpatient care is shorter-term and medically monitored, thus making it designed primarily for acute stabilization, such as when a teen is in crisis or at immediate risk of harm. Residential treatment, by contrast, is longer-term. It often takes place in more home-like setting, rather than a medical setting, and integrates individual mental health treatment, group therapy, and school in a single setting. Residential treatment is most appropriate for teens who need intensive support but do not require the level of medical oversight that inpatient hospitalization provides.
How does teen residential treatment work?
Upon admission to a residential treatment program, a teen typically undergoes an assessment that shapes their individualized treatment plan and determines what therapies are most appropriate for them. If needed, the teen may also undergo a psychiatric assessment to determine an appropriate diagnosis and/or provide guidance on medication.Days at residential treatment programs are very structured and typically include individual and group therapy, community activities, and academic support. Treatment typically draws on evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps teens identify and change unhelpful thought patterns, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which builds skills in emotional regulation and distress tolerance. Some programs also incorporate experiential approaches like art therapy or mindfulness-based practices alongside other modalities.
What should I look for in a residential treatment center for my teen?
Program quality in teen residential treatment varies significantly, so it's important to do thorough research before committing to a program. A good first step is confirming that any program you consider is licensed by the relevant state agency and accredited by a recognized body, such as The Joint Commission. From there, ask each program specific questions, such as who the treating clinicians are and what credentials the hold, how an individualized treatment plan is developed, and what the aftercare and step-down plan looks like after discharge. Red flags to watch for include therapy delivered primarily by unlicensed staff, restricted contact between parents and their teen, a treatment approach that does not adapt to individual progress, and high-pressure recruitment tactics that discourage you from taking time to evaluate other program options.
How do you choose the right residential treatment center?
The Psychology Today Treatment Center directory is a useful starting point for identifying treatment facilities by allowing you to filter providers by location, age group, condition, and insurance coverage. It is worth considering whether your teen needs a specialized program and to filter the Directory accordingly. Some residential centers, for instance, focus specifically on eating disorders, substance use, or trauma, and a general psychiatric program may not be equipped to provide the level of care these conditions require. Once you have a list of programs that my be a good fit, contact each program directly to ask specific questions and, if possible, request a site visit. It is also important to verify insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs prior to choosing a program.