Mental health and learning disorders are real, common and treatable. When a child is struggling, the whole family is affected. Care that is truly evidence-based, compassionate and personalized makes all the difference. At the Child Mind Institute, we’re here to help you wherever you are by providing educational resources and clinical care for children, teens, young adults, and parents.
Mental health and learning disorders are real, common and treatable. When a child is struggling, the whole family is affected. Care that is truly evidence-based, compassionate and personalized makes all the difference. At the Child Mind Institute, we’re here to help you wherever you are by providing educational resources and clinical care for children, teens, young adults, and parents.
Children’s Health Council (CHC) provides life-changing education and mental health services for children, teens and young adults up to age 25 in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. We’ve been a trusted community resource for over 70 years, specializing in ADHD, learning differences, anxiety and depression and autism. Our mission is to help children, teens and young adults become resilient, happy and successful at home, at school and in life. We offer services in English and Spanish, proudly accept Santa Clara Medi-Cal, and offer financial assistance.
Children’s Health Council (CHC) provides life-changing education and mental health services for children, teens and young adults up to age 25 in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. We’ve been a trusted community resource for over 70 years, specializing in ADHD, learning differences, anxiety and depression and autism. Our mission is to help children, teens and young adults become resilient, happy and successful at home, at school and in life. We offer services in English and Spanish, proudly accept Santa Clara Medi-Cal, and offer financial assistance.
When severe mood dysregulation or self-harm requires more than weekly therapy, our specialized DBT residential program offers the immersive care teens need. In a safe, exclusive 6-bed setting, our clinical team helps adolescents rediscover hope and heal. We provide 24/7 supervision and highly personalized, evidence-based treatment tailored to your teen's unique challenges. Evolve also offers structured outpatient step-down support through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), ensuring compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step of their journey.
When severe mood dysregulation or self-harm requires more than weekly therapy, our specialized DBT residential program offers the immersive care teens need. In a safe, exclusive 6-bed setting, our clinical team helps adolescents rediscover hope and heal. We provide 24/7 supervision and highly personalized, evidence-based treatment tailored to your teen's unique challenges. Evolve also offers structured outpatient step-down support through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), ensuring compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step of their journey.
When severe emotion dysregulation or self-harm requires more than weekly therapy, expert local support is vital. Located in San Jose, our specialized DBT outpatient center offers the intensive, daily care teens need to build coping skills close to home. We treat teens ages 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Our licensed clinicians use DBT to teach essential distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills. Through our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), teens practice these tools in real-time while staying connected to family.
When severe emotion dysregulation or self-harm requires more than weekly therapy, expert local support is vital. Located in San Jose, our specialized DBT outpatient center offers the intensive, daily care teens need to build coping skills close to home. We treat teens ages 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Our licensed clinicians use DBT to teach essential distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills. Through our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), teens practice these tools in real-time while staying connected to family.
Throughout its 163 year history, Edgewood Center for Children and Families has kept pace with the changing needs of the community. Today, it has the distinction of being the Bay Area's largest premier provider of behavioral health services. Within our Acute Intensive Service programs, we serve youth ages 6-18. Professional staff serve children who have faced severe, multiple trauma and help them heal to gain confidence. They also reach teens struggling with depression or thoughts of suicide by giving them the support they need in times of crisis. Edgewood is a resource to schools and community to address behavioral issues before they escalate. In short, Edgewood Center for Children and Families provides the full continuum of behavioral and mental health services that transforms the lives of thousands of youth and families each year.
Throughout its 163 year history, Edgewood Center for Children and Families has kept pace with the changing needs of the community. Today, it has the distinction of being the Bay Area's largest premier provider of behavioral health services. Within our Acute Intensive Service programs, we serve youth ages 6-18. Professional staff serve children who have faced severe, multiple trauma and help them heal to gain confidence. They also reach teens struggling with depression or thoughts of suicide by giving them the support they need in times of crisis. Edgewood is a resource to schools and community to address behavioral issues before they escalate. In short, Edgewood Center for Children and Families provides the full continuum of behavioral and mental health services that transforms the lives of thousands of youth and families each year.
We provide Child and Adult Psychiatry, Therapy and Substance abuse clients via video across California. Our Board Certified Psychiatrists and Therapists are available to help everyday and we can offer same day appointments. Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine uses video link (via computer or smartphone) to offer appointments from home or outside clinic. It offers the option to see a psychiatrist any time as long as you have access to your smart phone or computer.
We provide Child and Adult Psychiatry, Therapy and Substance abuse clients via video across California. Our Board Certified Psychiatrists and Therapists are available to help everyday and we can offer same day appointments. Telepsychiatry or Telemedicine uses video link (via computer or smartphone) to offer appointments from home or outside clinic. It offers the option to see a psychiatrist any time as long as you have access to your smart phone or computer.
Evolve offers proven, evidence-based therapy programs for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) provides 24/7 supervision and individualized care in a safe, supportive setting. With only six teens in the program at a time, we deliver highly focused and personalized treatment. We also provide structured outpatient therapy through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Families can expect compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step.
Evolve offers proven, evidence-based therapy programs for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Our short-term residential treatment center (RTC) provides 24/7 supervision and individualized care in a safe, supportive setting. With only six teens in the program at a time, we deliver highly focused and personalized treatment. We also provide structured outpatient therapy through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Families can expect compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step.
Guide Behavioral Health provides structured, evidence-based outpatient care for teens ages 12–17 facing anxiety, depression, self-harm, school avoidance, substance use, and other behavioral health challenges. Our IOP and PHP combine proven therapies, small-group support, and close family collaboration—so teens learn coping skills, build resilience, and stay engaged in school and life.
With quick admissions and flexible after-school and daytime schedules, we make treatment doable, while parents stay in the loop and schools stay coordinated. Located in Menlo Park, we serve Palo Alto, San Mateo County, and nearby communities.
Guide Behavioral Health provides structured, evidence-based outpatient care for teens ages 12–17 facing anxiety, depression, self-harm, school avoidance, substance use, and other behavioral health challenges. Our IOP and PHP combine proven therapies, small-group support, and close family collaboration—so teens learn coping skills, build resilience, and stay engaged in school and life.
With quick admissions and flexible after-school and daytime schedules, we make treatment doable, while parents stay in the loop and schools stay coordinated. Located in Menlo Park, we serve Palo Alto, San Mateo County, and nearby communities.
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Muir Wood Teen Treatment specializes in treating primary mental health and trauma.
Our early reputation was built on dual-diagnosis expertise, and we have become truly exceptional by grounding that expertise in a broader foundation of trauma-informed mental health.
Hope starts here— help for your teen, support for your family.
Muir Wood Teen Treatment specializes in treating primary mental health and trauma.
Our early reputation was built on dual-diagnosis expertise, and we have become truly exceptional by grounding that expertise in a broader foundation of trauma-informed mental health.
Rehabs Malibu delivers proven treatment methods in an upscale setting. Begin the healing process surrounded by stunning ocean and hillside views. With an attentive staff, our clients enjoy the benefits of an exclusive private estate. Offering unparalleled luxury and top-notch treatment, Rehabs Malibu helps you start your recovery in style.
Rehabs Malibu delivers proven treatment methods in an upscale setting. Begin the healing process surrounded by stunning ocean and hillside views. With an attentive staff, our clients enjoy the benefits of an exclusive private estate. Offering unparalleled luxury and top-notch treatment, Rehabs Malibu helps you start your recovery in style.
Newport Academy is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for children ages 7–11 and teens ages 12–18. Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use. Individualized treatment plans include medical and psychiatric care, strengths-based academics, and experiential modalities including, art, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
Newport Academy is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for children ages 7–11 and teens ages 12–18. Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use. Individualized treatment plans include medical and psychiatric care, strengths-based academics, and experiential modalities including, art, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
Mission Prep California supports teens aged 13-17 navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, and technology dependence. Our residential program provides a safe, structured environment where teens can begin their healing journey while building tools for long-term resilience.
Mission Prep California supports teens aged 13-17 navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, and technology dependence. Our residential program provides a safe, structured environment where teens can begin their healing journey while building tools for long-term resilience.
TherapyWorks is a premier psychology practice dedicated to changing lives. Our collaborative team is comprised of highly-skilled professionals, each with specialized training, proven clinical expertise and a passion and commitment for quality care. We offer comprehensive counseling, coaching and treatment services designed to fit your individual needs and lifestyle. Focused on creating positive change and effective solutions, our genuine approach to evidenced-based care provides specialized support, a refocused perspective and a personal touch.
TherapyWorks is a premier psychology practice dedicated to changing lives. Our collaborative team is comprised of highly-skilled professionals, each with specialized training, proven clinical expertise and a passion and commitment for quality care. We offer comprehensive counseling, coaching and treatment services designed to fit your individual needs and lifestyle. Focused on creating positive change and effective solutions, our genuine approach to evidenced-based care provides specialized support, a refocused perspective and a personal touch.
We are open for anyone and everyone, via tele-health, throughout California. We are a non-profit community mental health organization providing professional counseling and psychotherapy to adults, youth, children, couples, families, and groups from all walks of life. In addition, we offer an array of innovative therapeutic programs and workshops, such as weekly support groups. All are welcome, and all services are provided on a true sliding scale basis ($30 - $130).
We are open for anyone and everyone, via tele-health, throughout California. We are a non-profit community mental health organization providing professional counseling and psychotherapy to adults, youth, children, couples, families, and groups from all walks of life. In addition, we offer an array of innovative therapeutic programs and workshops, such as weekly support groups. All are welcome, and all services are provided on a true sliding scale basis ($30 - $130).
Newport Academy is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for children ages 7–11 and teens ages 12–18. Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use. Individualized treatment plans include medical and psychiatric care, strengths-based academics, and experiential modalities including, art, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
Newport Academy is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for children ages 7–11 and teens ages 12–18. Our family-centered, integrated approach fosters sustainable healing from mental health and co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use. Individualized treatment plans include medical and psychiatric care, strengths-based academics, and experiential modalities including, art, music, yoga, and outdoor adventure therapy. With residential and outpatient locations nationwide and partnerships with major insurance providers, we make quality care accessible.
When severe anxiety, isolation, or depression disrupts your teen's daily life, a supportive change of environment can be life-saving. Our immersive residential program offers an exclusive 6-bed retreat to step away from triggers and focus on deep healing. At Evolve, we provide 24/7 supervision and compassionate, evidence-based therapies tailored to complex mood disorders. Our continuum of care includes short-term residential treatment as well as structured outpatient support through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) to help your teen regain control.
When severe anxiety, isolation, or depression disrupts your teen's daily life, a supportive change of environment can be life-saving. Our immersive residential program offers an exclusive 6-bed retreat to step away from triggers and focus on deep healing. At Evolve, we provide 24/7 supervision and compassionate, evidence-based therapies tailored to complex mood disorders. Our continuum of care includes short-term residential treatment as well as structured outpatient support through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) to help your teen regain control.
Opal: Food + Body Wisdom is a female owned, clinician led eating disorder treatment center in Seattle's University District. We provide Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) for people of all genders 16+ with eating disorders. Opal offers mental health counseling, nutrition counseling, family therapy and psychiatric services at all levels of care. Our treatment uses Radically Open Dialectical Therapy, with unique programming for Exercise+Sport and an aim for clinic wide weight-inclusive practices. We work with major insurance companies. We offer non-clinical lodging for our PHP and IOP clients.
Opal: Food + Body Wisdom is a female owned, clinician led eating disorder treatment center in Seattle's University District. We provide Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) for people of all genders 16+ with eating disorders. Opal offers mental health counseling, nutrition counseling, family therapy and psychiatric services at all levels of care. Our treatment uses Radically Open Dialectical Therapy, with unique programming for Exercise+Sport and an aim for clinic wide weight-inclusive practices. We work with major insurance companies. We offer non-clinical lodging for our PHP and IOP clients.
Our team delivers personalized, compassionate care to empower teens to overcome anxiety and embrace hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
Our team delivers personalized, compassionate care to empower teens to overcome anxiety and embrace hope. We offer therapeutic programs for teens, including short-term residential treatment. Our RTC for teens serves only six clients at a time, allowing for truly individualized care, 24/7 support and supervision, and evidence-based therapies. In addition, Evolve provides structured outpatient therapy for teens through our full-day teen Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school teen Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Rooted in compassion and connection, our teen treatment programs help adolescents heal and grow.
We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your child struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or child, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Our residential treatment center in Bend, Oregon provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescents and teens ages 10-17 of all genders. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing. Each day is structured with therapy, therapeutic activities, and academics.
We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your child struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or child, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Our residential treatment center in Bend, Oregon provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescents and teens ages 10-17 of all genders. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing. Each day is structured with therapy, therapeutic activities, and academics.
Since 1985, Impulse Treatment Center has been treating compulsive sexual behavior (affair-seeking, use of pornography, sex workers), and betrayal trauma in outpatient individual, group and couples therapy.
Our groups typically segregate into two types: 6-8 members, male, whose presenting problem is compulsive sexual behavior, or "acting out" activity.
A second type, also 6-8 members, is a women's group comprised of partners of men who present with compulsive behaviors.
We also provide in-depth individual and couples therapy for men, women, and members of the transgendered community
Since 1985, Impulse Treatment Center has been treating compulsive sexual behavior (affair-seeking, use of pornography, sex workers), and betrayal trauma in outpatient individual, group and couples therapy.
Our groups typically segregate into two types: 6-8 members, male, whose presenting problem is compulsive sexual behavior, or "acting out" activity.
A second type, also 6-8 members, is a women's group comprised of partners of men who present with compulsive behaviors.
We also provide in-depth individual and couples therapy for men, women, and members of the transgendered community
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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.