Manna is located in the Gwinnett County area (northeast corner of Atlanta), just off 85N. Manna provides three levels of care with a variety of issues: PHP (eating disorders, women’s trauma), IOP (eating disorders, women’s trauma, adolescent mental health, family support), and OP, including dietary counseling (LD, RD) and psychiatric services (DNP). Our outpatient services are more generalized and include depression, anxiety, grief and other life issues. We treat all eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder for all populations and use a Family Based Treatment process. We can incorporate principles based in Christianity in the therapeutic process. Nutrition therapy services include weight management, medical nutrition therapy, and improving lifestyle behaviors. Our nurse practitioner can see you on an outpatient basis as well. We believe that mental health issues are a combination of faulty beliefs, biology, and spiritual struggles. We aim to provide safety for your healing while helping you discover your true worth and lovability!
Manna is located in the Gwinnett County area (northeast corner of Atlanta), just off 85N. Manna provides three levels of care with a variety of issues: PHP (eating disorders, women’s trauma), IOP (eating disorders, women’s trauma, adolescent mental health, family support), and OP, including dietary counseling (LD, RD) and psychiatric services (DNP). Our outpatient services are more generalized and include depression, anxiety, grief and other life issues. We treat all eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder for all populations and use a Family Based Treatment process. We can incorporate principles based in Christianity in the therapeutic process. Nutrition therapy services include weight management, medical nutrition therapy, and improving lifestyle behaviors. Our nurse practitioner can see you on an outpatient basis as well. We believe that mental health issues are a combination of faulty beliefs, biology, and spiritual struggles. We aim to provide safety for your healing while helping you discover your true worth and lovability!
High Focus Centers in Johns Creek, Georgia, is a key provider of accessible outpatient mental and behavioral health treatment for adults and adolescents ages 12-17, significantly contributing to the well-being of the community. Specializing in a variety of therapy and support services, they address a wide spectrum of mental health issues. This commitment to offering personalized and effective treatment underlines High Focus Centers’ dedication to helping individuals overcome mental health challenges and bolstering resilience and mental well-being in the Johns Creek community. The Johns Creek location is in-network with major insurance providers like Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, Optum and Oscar, enhancing accessibility for those in need.
High Focus Centers in Johns Creek, Georgia, is a key provider of accessible outpatient mental and behavioral health treatment for adults and adolescents ages 12-17, significantly contributing to the well-being of the community. Specializing in a variety of therapy and support services, they address a wide spectrum of mental health issues. This commitment to offering personalized and effective treatment underlines High Focus Centers’ dedication to helping individuals overcome mental health challenges and bolstering resilience and mental well-being in the Johns Creek community. The Johns Creek location is in-network with major insurance providers like Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, Optum and Oscar, enhancing accessibility for those in need.
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.
The discovery of recovery is an experience that includes group challenge, personal responsibility and brotherhood. Purple has multiple offerings including on-site sober living, PHP, and IOP programing. We can accommodate the needs of anyone seeking recovery and community. Our program has existed for over 20 years and has helped hundreds of men ages 17 and up find recovery. Please contact us if you are seeking help and would like to hear about our unique model.
The discovery of recovery is an experience that includes group challenge, personal responsibility and brotherhood. Purple has multiple offerings including on-site sober living, PHP, and IOP programing. We can accommodate the needs of anyone seeking recovery and community. Our program has existed for over 20 years and has helped hundreds of men ages 17 and up find recovery. Please contact us if you are seeking help and would like to hear about our unique model.
Serenity Grove was founded with a simple philosophy... to help our clients overcome addiction. We provide the most effective evidence-based substance use disorder treatments available, and we are a dual-diagnosis center with a psychiatrist as part of the team. As a private treatment center, we offer both residential and outpatient treatment options. Our Serenity Plus Plan© is grounded in the therapeutic community model and simply put our treatment team consists of experienced and properly trained medical, psychiatric and counseling professionals that get results. Make the no obligation call today to speak to an intake specialist for complete details regarding our state of the art treatment services.
Serenity Grove was founded with a simple philosophy... to help our clients overcome addiction. We provide the most effective evidence-based substance use disorder treatments available, and we are a dual-diagnosis center with a psychiatrist as part of the team. As a private treatment center, we offer both residential and outpatient treatment options. Our Serenity Plus Plan© is grounded in the therapeutic community model and simply put our treatment team consists of experienced and properly trained medical, psychiatric and counseling professionals that get results. Make the no obligation call today to speak to an intake specialist for complete details regarding our state of the art treatment services.
The Insight Program is a drug and alcohol treatment center designed for young people ages 13 – 25. The Insight Program is committed to the idea that addiction to or dependence on alcohol and other drugs is a serious problem and should be treated as such. Insight is a private program which is twelve step based and offers a network of interacting services including a fee based intensive outpatient program and an 18 – 24 month support group. The Insight Program is committed to the idea that drug and alcohol abuse affects the entire family and therefore offers counseling and support groups for parents. The Insight Program has been in operation since 1987. Insight continues to be successful with teenagers and young adults because of its unique understanding of the issues that lead young people to abuse drugs and alcohol. Insight’s focus on family issues with recovery also sets it apart as the leader in the drug and alcohol rehabilitation field.
The Insight Program is a drug and alcohol treatment center designed for young people ages 13 – 25. The Insight Program is committed to the idea that addiction to or dependence on alcohol and other drugs is a serious problem and should be treated as such. Insight is a private program which is twelve step based and offers a network of interacting services including a fee based intensive outpatient program and an 18 – 24 month support group. The Insight Program is committed to the idea that drug and alcohol abuse affects the entire family and therefore offers counseling and support groups for parents. The Insight Program has been in operation since 1987. Insight continues to be successful with teenagers and young adults because of its unique understanding of the issues that lead young people to abuse drugs and alcohol. Insight’s focus on family issues with recovery also sets it apart as the leader in the drug and alcohol rehabilitation field.
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Alpharetta, Georgia are designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Alpharetta, Georgia are designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
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For some, sexuality that was once pleasurable becomes increasingly harder to control and enjoy in a safe, sane, and consensual manner. There are many names for out-of-control sexual behavior, including "sex addiction" "sexual compulsivity" and "love addiction", but when you look at the underlying behavior, the same elements are usually present.
For some, sexuality that was once pleasurable becomes increasingly harder to control and enjoy in a safe, sane, and consensual manner. There are many names for out-of-control sexual behavior, including "sex addiction" "sexual compulsivity" and "love addiction", but when you look at the underlying behavior, the same elements are usually present.
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
At Evolve, we specialize in compassionate, individualized care for teens struggling with mental health, substance use, and behavioral challenges. Our short-term Residential Treatment Center (RTC) offers a safe, structured, and supportive environment where healing can begin. With only six teens in each home, we provide 24/7 supervision, personalized attention, and evidence-based therapies tailored to each adolescent’s unique needs. Rooted in empathy, connection, and clinical excellence, our RTC helps teens rediscover hope, build resilience, and take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.
Live Life Sober is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for adults and youth who struggle with addiction and substance abuse. Live Life Sober's mission is to support individuals in a community setting who are seeking recovery in order to live life to the fullest potential. Our program is centered around our belief that with connection, we can recover out loud. We will accomplish this by providing a psychoeducational approach on the disease concept of addiction. We will support people while they begin to explore, heal and experience the benefits of long-term sobriety and overall recovery.
Live Life Sober is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for adults and youth who struggle with addiction and substance abuse. Live Life Sober's mission is to support individuals in a community setting who are seeking recovery in order to live life to the fullest potential. Our program is centered around our belief that with connection, we can recover out loud. We will accomplish this by providing a psychoeducational approach on the disease concept of addiction. We will support people while they begin to explore, heal and experience the benefits of long-term sobriety and overall recovery.
At Evolve, we provide a genuinely neuroaffirming residential environment for autistic teens struggling with mental health or substance use. In our intimate 6-bed homes, evidence-based practices like DBT and CBT are tailored to your teen's specific processing and sensory needs. We deliver expert clinical care in an environment where teens are never forced to mask or conform to neurotypical standards. Featuring a 3:1 client-to-staff ratio, dedicated sensory spaces, and round-the-clock care, adolescents can heal safely. We expertly guide teens through autistic burnout, school refusal, and sensory overload to rebuild their confidence.
At Evolve, we provide a genuinely neuroaffirming residential environment for autistic teens struggling with mental health or substance use. In our intimate 6-bed homes, evidence-based practices like DBT and CBT are tailored to your teen's specific processing and sensory needs. We deliver expert clinical care in an environment where teens are never forced to mask or conform to neurotypical standards. Featuring a 3:1 client-to-staff ratio, dedicated sensory spaces, and round-the-clock care, adolescents can heal safely. We expertly guide teens through autistic burnout, school refusal, and sensory overload to rebuild their confidence.
Navigating a teen's co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges requires expert intervention. Our specialized Dual Diagnosis residential program provides an intimate 6-bed setting, giving teens the targeted, immersive care they urgently need. We offer a safe, supportive environment with continuous 24/7 supervision and evidence-based therapies tailored to complex behavioral challenges. To support lasting recovery, Evolve also features structured outpatient therapy via our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Your teen will receive compassionate care at every single step.
Navigating a teen's co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges requires expert intervention. Our specialized Dual Diagnosis residential program provides an intimate 6-bed setting, giving teens the targeted, immersive care they urgently need. We offer a safe, supportive environment with continuous 24/7 supervision and evidence-based therapies tailored to complex behavioral challenges. To support lasting recovery, Evolve also features structured outpatient therapy via our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Your teen will receive compassionate care at every single step.
With over 30 years of experience, ARCH Academy is specifically designed for adolescents. Our ARCH programs are informed through a lens of research scholarship and evidenced- based practices. Our blend of treatment strikes a balance between therapy, academics, and adventure, and is designed to provide individualized treatment within a therapeutic group milieu. Additionally, our programs are constructed on a foundation based upon twelve- step culture, which informs our ability to treat the whole child, including any underlying co-occurring mental health issues, family issues, relational barriers, and poor academic confidence.
With over 30 years of experience, ARCH Academy is specifically designed for adolescents. Our ARCH programs are informed through a lens of research scholarship and evidenced- based practices. Our blend of treatment strikes a balance between therapy, academics, and adventure, and is designed to provide individualized treatment within a therapeutic group milieu. Additionally, our programs are constructed on a foundation based upon twelve- step culture, which informs our ability to treat the whole child, including any underlying co-occurring mental health issues, family issues, relational barriers, and poor academic confidence.
The Road to Recovery, Inc. is a premier psychological and behavioral health practice based in the State of Georgia, providing the highest level of mental health care since 1995. We offer you all our clinical services via telehealth as an alternative to face-to-face visits. Your safety, protection, and security is our utmost concern. Comprehensive mental health assessments, individual counseling, and group therapy sessions are coordinated by our administrative staff, working with bilingual, experienced, and professional clinicians. We specialize in evidence-based therapy for co-occurring disorders and addiction issues in English and Spanish. The dedicated administrative and clinical staff at The Road to Recovery, Inc. are dedicated to serving you with genuineness, empathy care, and respect. Call for an initial consultation. Llamenos para una consulta inicial, estamos aqui para ayudarle en su idioma y comprendiendo sus valores culturales. "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step at the Road to Recovery."
The Road to Recovery, Inc. is a premier psychological and behavioral health practice based in the State of Georgia, providing the highest level of mental health care since 1995. We offer you all our clinical services via telehealth as an alternative to face-to-face visits. Your safety, protection, and security is our utmost concern. Comprehensive mental health assessments, individual counseling, and group therapy sessions are coordinated by our administrative staff, working with bilingual, experienced, and professional clinicians. We specialize in evidence-based therapy for co-occurring disorders and addiction issues in English and Spanish. The dedicated administrative and clinical staff at The Road to Recovery, Inc. are dedicated to serving you with genuineness, empathy care, and respect. Call for an initial consultation. Llamenos para una consulta inicial, estamos aqui para ayudarle en su idioma y comprendiendo sus valores culturales. "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step at the Road to Recovery."
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment proven to help teens struggling with emotion dysregulation, self-harming behavior, suicidal ideation, and other mental health issues. Evolve’s Comprehensive DBT residential treatment center is the first of its kind in California and one of only a handful in the entire country. Many of our teens struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, borderline personality disorder, addiction or other high-acuity issues. We offer individual therapy (at least 3 times a week), family therapy (2 times a week, with out-of-state families participating remotely), DBT Skills Training Groups (4 times a week), and skills-coaching (24/7). Teens learn how to practice Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness within a warm, accepting environment. We have one of the highest staff:patient ratios in the nation, serving only six teens at any given time. Our adherence to Comprehensive DBT protocols, trained DBT clinicians, and deep commitment to safety are reasons why thousands of families from all over the country choose Evolve’s DBT treatment center for their teens.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment proven to help teens struggling with emotion dysregulation, self-harming behavior, suicidal ideation, and other mental health issues. Evolve’s Comprehensive DBT residential treatment center is the first of its kind in California and one of only a handful in the entire country. Many of our teens struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, borderline personality disorder, addiction or other high-acuity issues. We offer individual therapy (at least 3 times a week), family therapy (2 times a week, with out-of-state families participating remotely), DBT Skills Training Groups (4 times a week), and skills-coaching (24/7). Teens learn how to practice Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Effectiveness within a warm, accepting environment. We have one of the highest staff:patient ratios in the nation, serving only six teens at any given time. Our adherence to Comprehensive DBT protocols, trained DBT clinicians, and deep commitment to safety are reasons why thousands of families from all over the country choose Evolve’s DBT treatment center for their teens.
Our purpose is to provide a transformative experience for individuals navigating addiction and co-occurring mental health diagnosis. Our program is crafted to address addiction comprehensively, offering several outpatient alcohol and drug rehab. Our drug and alcohol rehab in Rome, Georgia redefines addiction treatment meant to meet your needs. As a multi-tiered drug and alcohol rehab in Atlanta, we offer a holistic approach to behavioral health treatment. The essence of our treatment model is to stabilize the present, so we can heal the past and build for the future, embracing a multi-tiered approach to behavioral health treatment. Recovery is often hard and messy, but we are not afraid of that. Our staff and program are built to face the difficult challenges early recovery presents and remove all roadblocks or barriers that could stop a mother, father, son, or daughter struggling with substance abuse and other mental health disorders from accessing the quality treatment they need. Whether you're a parent, child, spouse, or friend battling addiction or mental health challenges, we're here to break down every barrier standing between you and lasting recovery.
Our purpose is to provide a transformative experience for individuals navigating addiction and co-occurring mental health diagnosis. Our program is crafted to address addiction comprehensively, offering several outpatient alcohol and drug rehab. Our drug and alcohol rehab in Rome, Georgia redefines addiction treatment meant to meet your needs. As a multi-tiered drug and alcohol rehab in Atlanta, we offer a holistic approach to behavioral health treatment. The essence of our treatment model is to stabilize the present, so we can heal the past and build for the future, embracing a multi-tiered approach to behavioral health treatment. Recovery is often hard and messy, but we are not afraid of that. Our staff and program are built to face the difficult challenges early recovery presents and remove all roadblocks or barriers that could stop a mother, father, son, or daughter struggling with substance abuse and other mental health disorders from accessing the quality treatment they need. Whether you're a parent, child, spouse, or friend battling addiction or mental health challenges, we're here to break down every barrier standing between you and lasting recovery.
Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services understands lasting recovery and healing begins at the roots of who we are. Transformation is deeply woven into the core of each individual through broad reaching treatment options. As a result, we have gained a reputation as one of the nation’s most comprehensive treatment campuses – drawing on cross-disciplinary expertise and multiple, whole-life treatment programs to effectively address the real complexities of life and addiction. Since 1984, Pine Grove has remained committed to being a leader in healing and changing lives, providing the highest quality behavioral health and addiction treatment services available… because life is for living. Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services’ world renowned treatment programs focus on treating gender specific chemical addiction including a specialized track for co-occurring eating disorders. Additionally, Pine Grove offers a focused substance abuse healing program for adults age 55 plus.
Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services understands lasting recovery and healing begins at the roots of who we are. Transformation is deeply woven into the core of each individual through broad reaching treatment options. As a result, we have gained a reputation as one of the nation’s most comprehensive treatment campuses – drawing on cross-disciplinary expertise and multiple, whole-life treatment programs to effectively address the real complexities of life and addiction. Since 1984, Pine Grove has remained committed to being a leader in healing and changing lives, providing the highest quality behavioral health and addiction treatment services available… because life is for living. Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services’ world renowned treatment programs focus on treating gender specific chemical addiction including a specialized track for co-occurring eating disorders. Additionally, Pine Grove offers a focused substance abuse healing program for adults age 55 plus.
Recovery Consultants of Atlanta (RCA) is a private non-profit, peer led comprehensive health and recovery community-based organization. We currently offer comprehensive integrated mental health and primary health care services. We serve individuals starting at age 4 years old throughout the entire lifespan.
Recovery Consultants of Atlanta (RCA) is a private non-profit, peer led comprehensive health and recovery community-based organization. We currently offer comprehensive integrated mental health and primary health care services. We serve individuals starting at age 4 years old throughout the entire lifespan.
Since opening in 2017, Ridgeview Institute Monroe has treated over 30,000 patients in programs for specialized populations that include adolescents, adults-including a specialized women’s program, and older adults. Ridgeview Institute Monroe (RIM) uses Evidence-Based Treatment approaches to assist patients in achieving their treatment goals.
State Licensed and Accredited by the Joint Commission, our facility currently operates 122 inpatient psychiatric treatment beds and an array of outpatient programs and services.
Since opening in 2017, Ridgeview Institute Monroe has treated over 30,000 patients in programs for specialized populations that include adolescents, adults-including a specialized women’s program, and older adults. Ridgeview Institute Monroe (RIM) uses Evidence-Based Treatment approaches to assist patients in achieving their treatment goals.
State Licensed and Accredited by the Joint Commission, our facility currently operates 122 inpatient psychiatric treatment beds and an array of outpatient programs and services.
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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.