Teens & Adolescent Residential Treatment Centers in Framingham, MA

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Freedom Health
Treatment Center
Framingham, MA 01701
At Freedom Health, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity for healing and recovery. We proudly provide care and support to all individuals struggling with substance abuse and/or mental health issues, irrespective of their background, age, race, gender, or any other factor. Our commitment is to offer compassionate, comprehensive, and evidence-based treatment to anyone in need, without any discrimination. Everyone's journey to wellness is unique, and we are here to support and guide each person on their path to a healthier life.
At Freedom Health, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity for healing and recovery. We proudly provide care and support to all individuals struggling with substance abuse and/or mental health issues, irrespective of their background, age, race, gender, or any other factor. Our commitment is to offer compassionate, comprehensive, and evidence-based treatment to anyone in need, without any discrimination. Everyone's journey to wellness is unique, and we are here to support and guide each person on their path to a healthier life.
(508) 682-4595 View (508) 682-4595
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Advocates
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Framingham, MA 01702
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates counseling services have served as a safety net for people experiencing difficulties in life. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction and mental health issues, our counselors, clinical nurses, and psychiatrists are here for you.
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates counseling services have served as a safety net for people experiencing difficulties in life. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction and mental health issues, our counselors, clinical nurses, and psychiatrists are here for you.
(508) 978-3658 View (508) 978-3658
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Castlebrook Counseling Services, Inc.
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Castlebrook Counseling Services, Inc. is a private practice group of independently licensed therapists with a variety of specialties and areas of expertise. We provide personalized, compassionate, and highly effective counseling to support you in meeting the goals you want to achieve. We offer a broad range of services including individual, family, couples, and group therapy, as well as guidance, coaching, and support.
Castlebrook Counseling Services, Inc. is a private practice group of independently licensed therapists with a variety of specialties and areas of expertise. We provide personalized, compassionate, and highly effective counseling to support you in meeting the goals you want to achieve. We offer a broad range of services including individual, family, couples, and group therapy, as well as guidance, coaching, and support.
(508) 475-9110 View (508) 475-9110
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Advocates
Treatment Center
Serves Area
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates Community Counseling has assisted people experiencing difficulties in life. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction or mental health issues, our team of caring and compassionate providers is here for you.
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates Community Counseling has assisted people experiencing difficulties in life. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction or mental health issues, our team of caring and compassionate providers is here for you.
(508) 709-6073 View (508) 709-6073

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Social Sparks, Inc
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Social Sparks offers therapeutic services for all ages including, children (ages 5 and older), teens, and adults. We now accept daytime (before 3 pm) clients for in-person or telehealth therapy! Please submit your information on our website at www.socialsparksri.com/new-clients. Submit the electronic referral form to be added to our short waitlist. You will be contacted to schedule your intake appointment.
Social Sparks offers therapeutic services for all ages including, children (ages 5 and older), teens, and adults. We now accept daytime (before 3 pm) clients for in-person or telehealth therapy! Please submit your information on our website at www.socialsparksri.com/new-clients. Submit the electronic referral form to be added to our short waitlist. You will be contacted to schedule your intake appointment.
(401) 416-5120 View (401) 416-5120
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Monte Nido Walden Westborough
Treatment Center
Westborough, MA 01581
Our Monte Nido Walden Westborough eating disorder Day Support is located on Rt. 9 directly off Rt. 495. Monte Nido Walden Westborough offers treatment for people of all ages, all genders, and all eating disorder diagnoses.
Our Monte Nido Walden Westborough eating disorder Day Support is located on Rt. 9 directly off Rt. 495. Monte Nido Walden Westborough offers treatment for people of all ages, all genders, and all eating disorder diagnoses.
(508) 779-5091 View (508) 779-5091
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Turnbridge
Treatment Center
Serves Area
Since its founding in 2003, Turnbridge has been setting the standard for the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders in adolescents and young adults. Turnbridge treatment programs provide high-quality, whole-person care to restore well-being and help clients learn to lead lives worth protecting. Here, behavioral health luminaries and experienced care providers deliver individualized care that addresses every aspect of client life. Turnbridge treatment campuses are home to leading adolescent and young adult treatment experts and researchers using the latest therapies and research to effectively treat underlying conditions and initiate lasting change.
Since its founding in 2003, Turnbridge has been setting the standard for the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders in adolescents and young adults. Turnbridge treatment programs provide high-quality, whole-person care to restore well-being and help clients learn to lead lives worth protecting. Here, behavioral health luminaries and experienced care providers deliver individualized care that addresses every aspect of client life. Turnbridge treatment campuses are home to leading adolescent and young adult treatment experts and researchers using the latest therapies and research to effectively treat underlying conditions and initiate lasting change.
(475) 252-8424 View (475) 252-8424
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Resilience Behavioral Health Centers
Treatment Center
Walpole, MA 02081
Resilience Behavioral Health treats anyone in the midst of addiction or dealing with co- occurring disorders with a trauma informed approach. Our program does not require a certain age, we work with emerging adults, geriatrics, first responders, post traumatic stress disorder, and anyone struggling with a substance abuse disorder.
Resilience Behavioral Health treats anyone in the midst of addiction or dealing with co- occurring disorders with a trauma informed approach. Our program does not require a certain age, we work with emerging adults, geriatrics, first responders, post traumatic stress disorder, and anyone struggling with a substance abuse disorder.
(781) 886-7953 View (781) 886-7953
Photo of Kara Gross - Evolve Residential Treatment Centers for Teens, Treatment Center
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.
(925) 478-7606 View (925) 478-7606
Photo of Admissions Now - Avenues Recovery Center at New England, Treatment Center, MA, LCMHC, MLADC, R-DMT
Avenues Recovery Center at New England is a residential-style outpatient drug and alcohol rehab program offering partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment services. Our New England location is affiliated exclusively with Sober Living New Hampshire – a collection of three boutique sober living homes – enabling clients to engage in treatment while residing in a beautiful, relaxed, domestic setting with round-the-clock supervision and care. Avenues Recovery of New England offers a warm, accepting and growth-oriented environment which motivates each client to shed their layers and open their souls to hope and healing. Our staff consists of nurse practitioners, primary therapists, clinicians, addictions counselors and behavioral health technicians – all of whom are skilled, passionate, and indescribably invested in the success of each client. Many of our team members are in recovery themselves, and can therefore relate deeply to our clients and their needs. Avenues’ mission is to enable individuals with addictions to redefine their lives as they journey through recovery with a dedicated team, individualized tools, and a supportive community.
Avenues Recovery Center at New England is a residential-style outpatient drug and alcohol rehab program offering partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment services. Our New England location is affiliated exclusively with Sober Living New Hampshire – a collection of three boutique sober living homes – enabling clients to engage in treatment while residing in a beautiful, relaxed, domestic setting with round-the-clock supervision and care. Avenues Recovery of New England offers a warm, accepting and growth-oriented environment which motivates each client to shed their layers and open their souls to hope and healing. Our staff consists of nurse practitioners, primary therapists, clinicians, addictions counselors and behavioral health technicians – all of whom are skilled, passionate, and indescribably invested in the success of each client. Many of our team members are in recovery themselves, and can therefore relate deeply to our clients and their needs. Avenues’ mission is to enable individuals with addictions to redefine their lives as they journey through recovery with a dedicated team, individualized tools, and a supportive community.
(603) 931-4025 View (603) 931-4025
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Leading Light Mental Health Clinic
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Licensed in CT, ME, WA, RI, and MA. Our clients often struggle with attention and concentration concerns, autism spectrum traits, mood and anxiety symptoms, behavioral challenges, substance use concerns, emotional regulation difficulties, life transitions, or court and agency related requirements. We specialize in comprehensive evaluations, psychological testing, diagnostic clarification, and skills-based therapeutic groups. We offer accommodations, treatment recommendations, personal insight, or documentation for school, work, RMV, court, or medical purposes, our team provides evidence-based services designed to help you better
Licensed in CT, ME, WA, RI, and MA. Our clients often struggle with attention and concentration concerns, autism spectrum traits, mood and anxiety symptoms, behavioral challenges, substance use concerns, emotional regulation difficulties, life transitions, or court and agency related requirements. We specialize in comprehensive evaluations, psychological testing, diagnostic clarification, and skills-based therapeutic groups. We offer accommodations, treatment recommendations, personal insight, or documentation for school, work, RMV, court, or medical purposes, our team provides evidence-based services designed to help you better
(774) 217-6985 View (774) 217-6985
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New Harbor Behavioral Healthcare
Treatment Center
Dedham, MA 02026
At New Harbor, we only treat young people, we always treat the family system, and we are local. We offer full psychiatric day treatment and intensive outpatient programs for adolescents (13-18) experiencing issues with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. We conduct evidence-based therapy groups grounded in DBT/CBT skills, mindfulness, and holistic wellness. Clients are assigned a primary therapist with whom they meet weekly. We provide a parent support group every Monday for parents of our clients and extensive parent therapeutic coaching.
At New Harbor, we only treat young people, we always treat the family system, and we are local. We offer full psychiatric day treatment and intensive outpatient programs for adolescents (13-18) experiencing issues with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. We conduct evidence-based therapy groups grounded in DBT/CBT skills, mindfulness, and holistic wellness. Clients are assigned a primary therapist with whom they meet weekly. We provide a parent support group every Monday for parents of our clients and extensive parent therapeutic coaching.
(339) 675-2908 View (339) 675-2908
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Advocates
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Peabody, MA 01960
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates counseling clinics have supported people experiencing difficulties in life. Our Lawrence and Peabody locations became part of Advocates in July 2024, when Family Continuity merged with Advocates. Like all of our counseling locations, these sites offer services for both individuals and families. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction or mental health issues, our team of caring and compassionate providers is here for you.
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates counseling clinics have supported people experiencing difficulties in life. Our Lawrence and Peabody locations became part of Advocates in July 2024, when Family Continuity merged with Advocates. Like all of our counseling locations, these sites offer services for both individuals and families. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction or mental health issues, our team of caring and compassionate providers is here for you.
(978) 487-5234 View (978) 487-5234
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Advocates
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01606
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates counseling clinics have supported people experiencing difficulties in life. Our Worcester location became part of Advocates in July 2024, when Family Continuity merged with Advocates. Like all of our counseling locations, this site offers services for both individuals and families. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction or mental health issues, our team of caring and compassionate providers is here for you.
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates counseling clinics have supported people experiencing difficulties in life. Our Worcester location became part of Advocates in July 2024, when Family Continuity merged with Advocates. Like all of our counseling locations, this site offers services for both individuals and families. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction or mental health issues, our team of caring and compassionate providers is here for you.
(508) 456-9917 View (508) 456-9917
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Ellie Mental Health
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02464
We provide support for a wide range of mental disorders and common mental health issues at our Ellie Mental Health Clinic in Newton and Lexington. No matter your concerns, our compassionate Ellie therapists will provide you with the non-judgmental care you deserve.
We provide support for a wide range of mental disorders and common mental health issues at our Ellie Mental Health Clinic in Newton and Lexington. No matter your concerns, our compassionate Ellie therapists will provide you with the non-judgmental care you deserve.
(617) 751-1647 View (617) 751-1647
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Nasiha Counseling
Treatment Center
Online Only
Counseling can be a meaningful way to address some of life's challenges you are facing or have been facing for a long time. As therapists, we provide support and feedback to help you cope with current life challenges and long-standing issues. With compassion and sensitivity, we can help you explore, understand, and find resolutions to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. In counseling you can also work with someone to come up with specific behavioral strategies and new ways of thinking by taking into consideration all that unique qualities that make you who you are including your beliefs, religious practices, culture and ethnicity, and traditional coping. With a wide range of clinical interventions and treatment approaches, we develop goals that are most helpful and tailored for each individual client (adult, teen, adolescent, or child), family, and couple based on their presenting concerns and needs. In a supportive and understanding environment, we can help you attain personal growth. Together with each client, we work to enhance your strengths and achieve your personal goals.
Counseling can be a meaningful way to address some of life's challenges you are facing or have been facing for a long time. As therapists, we provide support and feedback to help you cope with current life challenges and long-standing issues. With compassion and sensitivity, we can help you explore, understand, and find resolutions to a wide range of personal concerns and psychological issues. In counseling you can also work with someone to come up with specific behavioral strategies and new ways of thinking by taking into consideration all that unique qualities that make you who you are including your beliefs, religious practices, culture and ethnicity, and traditional coping. With a wide range of clinical interventions and treatment approaches, we develop goals that are most helpful and tailored for each individual client (adult, teen, adolescent, or child), family, and couple based on their presenting concerns and needs. In a supportive and understanding environment, we can help you attain personal growth. Together with each client, we work to enhance your strengths and achieve your personal goals.
(646) 571-0529 View (646) 571-0529
Photo of Edward Michael Waddington - Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness, Treatment Center
Here at Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness (MCAW), we understand the struggles that adolescents and their families face when it comes to mental health. That’s why we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective treatment options for our patients. We specialize in treating a range of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and more. Our team of experienced professionals use evidence-based treatments to help adolescents navigate their mental health journeys and reclaim their lives. We provide two levels of service that include Partial Hospitalization Day Program 5 days a week and Intensive Outpatient Afterschool Programming 4 days a week.
Here at Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness (MCAW), we understand the struggles that adolescents and their families face when it comes to mental health. That’s why we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective treatment options for our patients. We specialize in treating a range of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, and more. Our team of experienced professionals use evidence-based treatments to help adolescents navigate their mental health journeys and reclaim their lives. We provide two levels of service that include Partial Hospitalization Day Program 5 days a week and Intensive Outpatient Afterschool Programming 4 days a week.
(978) 574-9202 View (978) 574-9202
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Monte Nido Walden Waltham
Treatment Center
Waltham, MA 02451
Monte Nido Walden Waltham eating disorder Day Support is conveniently located off Route 95, about 20 minutes from downtown Boston.
Monte Nido Walden Waltham eating disorder Day Support is conveniently located off Route 95, about 20 minutes from downtown Boston.
(781) 679-5143 View (781) 679-5143
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Advocates
Treatment Center
Whitinsville, MA 01588
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates counseling clinics have supported people experiencing difficulties in life. As behavioral health urgent care centers, our Whitinsville and Plymouth locations provide mental health care with extended hours and limited wait times, in addition to traditional counseling services. Our Whitinsville and Plymouth locations became part of Advocates in July 2024, when Family Continuity merged with Advocates. Like all of our counseling locations, these sites offer services for both individuals and families.
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates counseling clinics have supported people experiencing difficulties in life. As behavioral health urgent care centers, our Whitinsville and Plymouth locations provide mental health care with extended hours and limited wait times, in addition to traditional counseling services. Our Whitinsville and Plymouth locations became part of Advocates in July 2024, when Family Continuity merged with Advocates. Like all of our counseling locations, these sites offer services for both individuals and families.
(508) 719-7489 View (508) 719-7489
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ilearn wellness group
Treatment Center
Newton, MA 02459
At our adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program, we take pride in providing comprehensive mental health services to a wide range of individuals. If your loved one is struggling with ADHD, anger issues, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, our team of experienced professionals is here to help. We take a personalized approach to each individual's unique needs and circumstances to provide the most effective treatment possible.
At our adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program, we take pride in providing comprehensive mental health services to a wide range of individuals. If your loved one is struggling with ADHD, anger issues, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, our team of experienced professionals is here to help. We take a personalized approach to each individual's unique needs and circumstances to provide the most effective treatment possible.
(781) 423-8517 View (781) 423-8517

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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.