Teens & Adolescent Residential Treatment Centers in New York

Therapy Center of New York
Treatment Center
Online Only
Therapy Center of New York (TCNY) offers a broad range of diagnostic, therapy and counseling services for adults, families and children. We maintain a strict commitment to integrity, professionalism, and excellence in all that we do. By strictly adhering to these principles, Therapy Center of New York has created trust and maintained the loyalty of its clients for over 30 years. New Client Inquiries (Including For Telemedicine or Teletherapy New Evaluations): if you are over 18 years old, we invite you to conduct an intake call (which takes approx. 20 minutes). Please call or message us directly, or use our Calendly tool (calendly.com/tcnycontact) to schedule an intake call at a convenient time. Please be prepared with your insurance card, and one of our staff members will call you at the scheduled time. For further details on TCNY, please visit our website at TherapyCenterofNY.com.
Therapy Center of New York (TCNY) offers a broad range of diagnostic, therapy and counseling services for adults, families and children. We maintain a strict commitment to integrity, professionalism, and excellence in all that we do. By strictly adhering to these principles, Therapy Center of New York has created trust and maintained the loyalty of its clients for over 30 years. New Client Inquiries (Including For Telemedicine or Teletherapy New Evaluations): if you are over 18 years old, we invite you to conduct an intake call (which takes approx. 20 minutes). Please call or message us directly, or use our Calendly tool (calendly.com/tcnycontact) to schedule an intake call at a convenient time. Please be prepared with your insurance card, and one of our staff members will call you at the scheduled time. For further details on TCNY, please visit our website at TherapyCenterofNY.com.
(646) 766-8309 View (646) 766-8309
Photo of Elissa Grunblatt - South Bay Counseling, LCSW PC, Treatment Center, LCSW-R, SAP
South Bay Counseling, LCSW PC
Treatment Center
Online Only
Does depression and anxiety make life difficult for you? Do you have a hard time finding a satisfying relationship? Do you have low self-esteem or negative self-talk? Is it hard for you to be in social situations? Is your marriage in trouble? Do you have too much stress at work? Did you have a trauma that you can't get over? Do you have fear of change or difficulty coping with adjustments? The answer of yes to any of these questions means that you can use the help of a professional. At South Bay Counseling, we can offer you the help you are looking for. Our therapists specialize in helping with a variety of problems.
Does depression and anxiety make life difficult for you? Do you have a hard time finding a satisfying relationship? Do you have low self-esteem or negative self-talk? Is it hard for you to be in social situations? Is your marriage in trouble? Do you have too much stress at work? Did you have a trauma that you can't get over? Do you have fear of change or difficulty coping with adjustments? The answer of yes to any of these questions means that you can use the help of a professional. At South Bay Counseling, we can offer you the help you are looking for. Our therapists specialize in helping with a variety of problems.
(631) 699-2754 View (631) 699-2754
Photo of Patricia Petrone - Patricia Petrone - Whole Wellness Therapy Services, Treatment Center, LMHC, NCC, CIMHP
WWS is a wellness center dedicated to helping you through individual and family concerns with empathy and expertise. Bringing you back to your "best self" is our priority. We provide individual, family, and couples sessions treating clients struggling with life transitions, family, and children's issues, career changes, existential crises, anxiety, depression, addictions (including food addiction and weight issues,) ADHD, Autism, and more. Clients that we serve are looking for an easy and fast process to enter therapy and a holistic approach to treatment. Our team experts are ready to help you meet your goals. Call or text us or visit our website at wholewellnessservices.com for more information. We operate 7 days per week both AM & PM.
WWS is a wellness center dedicated to helping you through individual and family concerns with empathy and expertise. Bringing you back to your "best self" is our priority. We provide individual, family, and couples sessions treating clients struggling with life transitions, family, and children's issues, career changes, existential crises, anxiety, depression, addictions (including food addiction and weight issues,) ADHD, Autism, and more. Clients that we serve are looking for an easy and fast process to enter therapy and a holistic approach to treatment. Our team experts are ready to help you meet your goals. Call or text us or visit our website at wholewellnessservices.com for more information. We operate 7 days per week both AM & PM.
(585) 378-5248 View (585) 378-5248
The Dorm is an affirming, CARF-accredited young adult mental health treatment community in NYC, helping 18–30-year-olds launch independent, purposeful lives. We offer immersive day and evening services, including clinical therapies, skill-building, group/family therapy, 1:1 therapy (DBT, CBT, EMDR, Cognitive Remediation), nutrition, academic/vocational support, social/community activities, and supportive housing with partial residential options.
The Dorm is an affirming, CARF-accredited young adult mental health treatment community in NYC, helping 18–30-year-olds launch independent, purposeful lives. We offer immersive day and evening services, including clinical therapies, skill-building, group/family therapy, 1:1 therapy (DBT, CBT, EMDR, Cognitive Remediation), nutrition, academic/vocational support, social/community activities, and supportive housing with partial residential options.
(646) 783-0157 View (646) 783-0157
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Long Island DBT Group, LCSW PC
Treatment Center
Manhasset, NY 11030
We have been providing DBT for over 20 years. DBT can help with borderline personality disorder, self-harm, ADHD, PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Binge Eating, Bulimia, Suicidal behaviors and other Emotion Regulation Issues.
We have been providing DBT for over 20 years. DBT can help with borderline personality disorder, self-harm, ADHD, PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Binge Eating, Bulimia, Suicidal behaviors and other Emotion Regulation Issues.
(516) 928-4748 View (516) 928-4748
Photo of Yasmine Saad - Madison Park Psychological Services, Treatment Center, PhD
Madison Park Psychological Services
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10016
Nominated as a Top 3 Psychologist in NYC for consecutive years and recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional in the field of Psychology, I offer a unique concept: I tailor the treatment to your needs! There are so many types of therapies and therapists' styles. My team will figure out with you what would be the most effective treatment and what therapist' s style, expertise and personality would best suit you. You will leave your initial consult feeling better and armed with lots of help, insight and a good idea of what therapy will be like for you in my group practice. We will then match you with a therapist, in my office, who specializes in the modality best suited for you. All our patients love this model and I hope that you do too! To see patients reviews, visit our website www.madisonparkpsych.com
Nominated as a Top 3 Psychologist in NYC for consecutive years and recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional in the field of Psychology, I offer a unique concept: I tailor the treatment to your needs! There are so many types of therapies and therapists' styles. My team will figure out with you what would be the most effective treatment and what therapist' s style, expertise and personality would best suit you. You will leave your initial consult feeling better and armed with lots of help, insight and a good idea of what therapy will be like for you in my group practice. We will then match you with a therapist, in my office, who specializes in the modality best suited for you. All our patients love this model and I hope that you do too! To see patients reviews, visit our website www.madisonparkpsych.com
(718) 618-5586 View (718) 618-5586
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Karen Horney Clinic
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10065
The Clinic reflects Karen Horney's optimistic and humanistic philosophy that individuals have the capacity to grow and change throughout life. Along with society and culture, intimate relationships with others are the most important influences on our personal development. Difficulties in life often arise when early relationships provoke anxiety or adversity, which in turn interferes with our growth. Dr. Horney was convinced that treatment geared at understanding the self, and the subsequent outgrowth of such difficulties, would restore a person to a path of personal self-realization. This basic philosophy is the guiding principle of all Clinic services. It is the foundation from which patients gain an understanding of themselves, develop the capacity to grow and change, and enrich their lives. The staff of the Clinic conducts treatment with the underlying conviction that each person has the inherent capacity to improve one's life and become increasingly warm, spontaneous, joyful, and unafraid.
The Clinic reflects Karen Horney's optimistic and humanistic philosophy that individuals have the capacity to grow and change throughout life. Along with society and culture, intimate relationships with others are the most important influences on our personal development. Difficulties in life often arise when early relationships provoke anxiety or adversity, which in turn interferes with our growth. Dr. Horney was convinced that treatment geared at understanding the self, and the subsequent outgrowth of such difficulties, would restore a person to a path of personal self-realization. This basic philosophy is the guiding principle of all Clinic services. It is the foundation from which patients gain an understanding of themselves, develop the capacity to grow and change, and enrich their lives. The staff of the Clinic conducts treatment with the underlying conviction that each person has the inherent capacity to improve one's life and become increasingly warm, spontaneous, joyful, and unafraid.
(212) 838-4333 x137 View (212) 838-4333 x137
Photo of Lata McGinn - Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants, Treatment Center, PhD
Co-founded by Dr. Lata McGinn and Dr. Alec Miller, Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants (CBC) is an evidence-based mental-health center in Manhattan and White Plains, NY. We deliver high-quality CBT, DBT, and neuropsychological assessment in person and online for toddlers, children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. Our clinicians excel in treating anxiety (social, generalized, phobias, panic, selective mutism), OCD, PTSD, depression, insomnia, ADHD, oppositional behavior, habit disorders, family conflict, emotional dysregulation, BPD, and suicidal or self-injurious behaviors, honoring each client’s strengths and background.
Co-founded by Dr. Lata McGinn and Dr. Alec Miller, Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants (CBC) is an evidence-based mental-health center in Manhattan and White Plains, NY. We deliver high-quality CBT, DBT, and neuropsychological assessment in person and online for toddlers, children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. Our clinicians excel in treating anxiety (social, generalized, phobias, panic, selective mutism), OCD, PTSD, depression, insomnia, ADHD, oppositional behavior, habit disorders, family conflict, emotional dysregulation, BPD, and suicidal or self-injurious behaviors, honoring each client’s strengths and background.
(347) 952-7158 x1 View (347) 952-7158 x1
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Realization Center
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10003
Since 1984, Realization Center has been providing the most effective holistic patient-centered care for people in trouble…with substances… with relationships… with themselves. A personal course of treatment is developed jointly by the dedicated clinical staff and you, the client. We offer flexible hours six days a week and over 70 groups, individual counseling, harm reduction, on-site 12-Step meetings, and programs for families and loved ones. Our clients are empowered to take charge of their behavior to change their lives.
Since 1984, Realization Center has been providing the most effective holistic patient-centered care for people in trouble…with substances… with relationships… with themselves. A personal course of treatment is developed jointly by the dedicated clinical staff and you, the client. We offer flexible hours six days a week and over 70 groups, individual counseling, harm reduction, on-site 12-Step meetings, and programs for families and loved ones. Our clients are empowered to take charge of their behavior to change their lives.
(646) 718-5741 View (646) 718-5741
Photo of Jennifer Lancaster Jessie Poveromo - New York Cognitive Therapy and Wellness Center, Treatment Center, PsyD, PhD
Founded in 2005, NYCTWC is a group private practice specializing in the treatment of mental health issues. We pride ourselves on our commitment to using the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy model to help clients improve their lives. At New York Cognitive Therapy and Wellness Center, clients have an extraordinary opportunity to create meaningful change in their lives. We have seen many people at our center truly change their lives through the use of our services and programs. From treating individuals with anxiety and depression, to working with couples and families, we are very pleased to have helped many people get their lives back on track. Using the most scientifically proven form of therapy that is as effective or more effective than medication in certain cases, New York Cognitive Therapy and Wellness Center offers a real solution for real problems. We are a group of psychologists and mental health professionals committed to providing high quality Cognitive Therapy and working diligently with our patients to help solve problems and improve psychological well being.
Founded in 2005, NYCTWC is a group private practice specializing in the treatment of mental health issues. We pride ourselves on our commitment to using the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy model to help clients improve their lives. At New York Cognitive Therapy and Wellness Center, clients have an extraordinary opportunity to create meaningful change in their lives. We have seen many people at our center truly change their lives through the use of our services and programs. From treating individuals with anxiety and depression, to working with couples and families, we are very pleased to have helped many people get their lives back on track. Using the most scientifically proven form of therapy that is as effective or more effective than medication in certain cases, New York Cognitive Therapy and Wellness Center offers a real solution for real problems. We are a group of psychologists and mental health professionals committed to providing high quality Cognitive Therapy and working diligently with our patients to help solve problems and improve psychological well being.
(631) 417-3285 View (631) 417-3285
Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Wellness Center
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
We are a team of licensed clinical psychologists dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and purpose. At Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Wellness Center, we provide a warm, welcoming, and collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful change. Our clinical work addresses a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, body-image and eating concerns, women’s health, perinatal mood disorders, substance use, and life transitions. We work with clients across the lifespan from childhood through adulthood.
We are a team of licensed clinical psychologists dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and purpose. At Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Wellness Center, we provide a warm, welcoming, and collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful change. Our clinical work addresses a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, body-image and eating concerns, women’s health, perinatal mood disorders, substance use, and life transitions. We work with clients across the lifespan from childhood through adulthood.
(516) 447-3316 View (516) 447-3316
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Kavod Psychotherapy
Treatment Center
Rochester, NY 14607
When it comes to relationships, intimacy, and sexuality, everyone faces bumps in the road, but not everyone talks about them. Now is the time to break the silence. Kavod Psychotherapy has compassionate therapists with decades of experience helping people heal. We treat a range of issues, along with the trauma they can leave behind, including poor communication; lack of trust; loveless, sexless relationship; infidelity or betrayal; excessive use of porn or social media; emotional distance or indifference; work and money Issues; love and relationship addiction; workplace sexual boundary violations; and anonymous or paid sexual hook-ups. If you want to feel whole again, you can trust Kavod Psychotherapy to help you get past the struggle, and on to the healing.
When it comes to relationships, intimacy, and sexuality, everyone faces bumps in the road, but not everyone talks about them. Now is the time to break the silence. Kavod Psychotherapy has compassionate therapists with decades of experience helping people heal. We treat a range of issues, along with the trauma they can leave behind, including poor communication; lack of trust; loveless, sexless relationship; infidelity or betrayal; excessive use of porn or social media; emotional distance or indifference; work and money Issues; love and relationship addiction; workplace sexual boundary violations; and anonymous or paid sexual hook-ups. If you want to feel whole again, you can trust Kavod Psychotherapy to help you get past the struggle, and on to the healing.
(585) 687-4890 View (585) 687-4890
Photo of Anthony Freire - The Soho Center for Mental Health Counseling, Treatment Center, LMHC, NCC
The Soho Center's mission is to offer high-quality and effective psychotherapeutic services and to provide training and opportunities for mental health professionals. The staff of The Soho Center conducts treatment with the underlying conviction that each person has the inherent capacity to improve one's life and become increasingly warm, spontaneous, joyful, and unafraid.
The Soho Center's mission is to offer high-quality and effective psychotherapeutic services and to provide training and opportunities for mental health professionals. The staff of The Soho Center conducts treatment with the underlying conviction that each person has the inherent capacity to improve one's life and become increasingly warm, spontaneous, joyful, and unafraid.
(646) 791-3908 View (646) 791-3908
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A Center At Western Queens
Treatment Center
Elmhurst, NY 11373
All of our specialists have over 50 years of combined experience We have multiple bilingual specialized professionals for your service and care. We are trained professionals who are here to serve the patient, the family and the public. We specialize in all types of psychological disorders, ADHD, ADD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety and much more. We provide parenting classes, marriage counseling, psychotherapy for adolescents, group family therapy, play therapy for children, students with academic and behavioral problems and much more. CURRENTLY OFFERING VIDEO CONFERENCE SESSIONS FACE TO FACE AND ONLINE PAYMENT OF YOUR COPAYS FROM YOUR HOME DUE TO THE COVID 19
All of our specialists have over 50 years of combined experience We have multiple bilingual specialized professionals for your service and care. We are trained professionals who are here to serve the patient, the family and the public. We specialize in all types of psychological disorders, ADHD, ADD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety and much more. We provide parenting classes, marriage counseling, psychotherapy for adolescents, group family therapy, play therapy for children, students with academic and behavioral problems and much more. CURRENTLY OFFERING VIDEO CONFERENCE SESSIONS FACE TO FACE AND ONLINE PAYMENT OF YOUR COPAYS FROM YOUR HOME DUE TO THE COVID 19
(718) 569-7148 View (718) 569-7148
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Genesee Valley Psychology
Treatment Center
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14623
We are a specialty clinic focusing on OCD, Trauma and DBT. We are a passionate team of licensed professionals and closely trained and supervised trainees. We provide evidenced-based individual and group therapy to the Rochester New York area.
We are a specialty clinic focusing on OCD, Trauma and DBT. We are a passionate team of licensed professionals and closely trained and supervised trainees. We provide evidenced-based individual and group therapy to the Rochester New York area.
(585) 577-7091 View (585) 577-7091
Photo of Christine Newman - Mid Island Psychology Associates, PLLC, Treatment Center, PhD
At Mid Island Psychology Associates, we understand that in life there are going to be difficult times and rough patches, and you may need a hand getting back to where you want to be. We take pleasure in tailoring our program to each individual client to help them better achieve their goals. Call us for a consultation and we can create a treatment plan that works best for you!
At Mid Island Psychology Associates, we understand that in life there are going to be difficult times and rough patches, and you may need a hand getting back to where you want to be. We take pleasure in tailoring our program to each individual client to help them better achieve their goals. Call us for a consultation and we can create a treatment plan that works best for you!
(516) 260-5186 View (516) 260-5186
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Bio Behavioral Institute
Treatment Center
Great Neck, NY 11021
Bio Behavioral Institute offers hands-on, skills-based care in-office, at home, and in real-world settings, with 45+ years of experience and 4,000+ patients treated from across the U.S. and abroad. Our intensive outpatient program delivers 2–6 hours of individualized therapy daily—one of the most comprehensive OCD and BDD programs in the country.
Bio Behavioral Institute offers hands-on, skills-based care in-office, at home, and in real-world settings, with 45+ years of experience and 4,000+ patients treated from across the U.S. and abroad. Our intensive outpatient program delivers 2–6 hours of individualized therapy daily—one of the most comprehensive OCD and BDD programs in the country.
(516) 916-6877 View (516) 916-6877
Photo of Theresa DeSantis - First Light Psychological Services, PLLC, Treatment Center, PhD
The practice offers therapists with years of clinical experience and our motto is, "Willing to help those who want to help themselves." It is important that you feel a non-judgmental, safe, and trusting therapeutic environment so that treatment is effective. We work for our clients well-being, not for us. Our dedicated staff has gone into the field of counseling because they believe in it, but more importantly, they believe in YOU even at times when you may struggle to believe in yourself. We can help you gain insight toward the root causes and thought patterns that are causing active symptoms, emotional discomfort, and behaviors. It is only when the root of the problem is discovered, can the solution be worked on. The therapist will never judge you based on your history, presenting problem, race, ethnic background, religion, culture, or sexual orientation. We use evidence based treatment practices and tailor them to each client's unique needs to recognize the potential effective solutions to problems they are facing, guide them to promote growth and positive change in their life, and to live an emotionally and physically healthy, productive, and happy lifestyle.
The practice offers therapists with years of clinical experience and our motto is, "Willing to help those who want to help themselves." It is important that you feel a non-judgmental, safe, and trusting therapeutic environment so that treatment is effective. We work for our clients well-being, not for us. Our dedicated staff has gone into the field of counseling because they believe in it, but more importantly, they believe in YOU even at times when you may struggle to believe in yourself. We can help you gain insight toward the root causes and thought patterns that are causing active symptoms, emotional discomfort, and behaviors. It is only when the root of the problem is discovered, can the solution be worked on. The therapist will never judge you based on your history, presenting problem, race, ethnic background, religion, culture, or sexual orientation. We use evidence based treatment practices and tailor them to each client's unique needs to recognize the potential effective solutions to problems they are facing, guide them to promote growth and positive change in their life, and to live an emotionally and physically healthy, productive, and happy lifestyle.
(631) 505-5587 View (631) 505-5587
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Center for Anxiety
Treatment Center
New York, NY 10019
We specialize in serving teens, young adults and families with individual, group, and intensive therapy services. We serve adults who experience a wide range of anxiety & related disorders including couples and family-based therapy through individual or team-based approaches depending on complexity of needs. Our clients often require flexible treatment plans delivered in-person, virtually or hybrid methods. With 4 locations and 35+ therapists on staff we can cater to a wide range of anxiety & related needs.
We specialize in serving teens, young adults and families with individual, group, and intensive therapy services. We serve adults who experience a wide range of anxiety & related disorders including couples and family-based therapy through individual or team-based approaches depending on complexity of needs. Our clients often require flexible treatment plans delivered in-person, virtually or hybrid methods. With 4 locations and 35+ therapists on staff we can cater to a wide range of anxiety & related needs.
(914) 256-1429 View (914) 256-1429
Photo of Intake Coordinator - Bleuler Chemical Dependency Recovery Services, Treatment Center
Bleuler Chemical Dependence (BCD) Recovery Services' mission is to provide a comprehensive range of assessment, treatment planning, counseling and psychiatric services in order to help each individual, families and significant others live an alcohol and drug free life. For over 60 years, the Bleuler Psychotherapy Center Mental Health Clinic has offered low-cost, high quality mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in Queens and the greater NYC area. Now BCD extends this array of comprehensive services to include alcohol and substance abuse addictions treatment. BCD provides Intensive and Non-Intensive outpatient chemical dependence services. Having both levels of care allows programmatic flexibility to meet the varying needs of BCD clients. For dual diagnosis conditions, clients can also be seen in Bleuler's Mental Health Clinic.
Bleuler Chemical Dependence (BCD) Recovery Services' mission is to provide a comprehensive range of assessment, treatment planning, counseling and psychiatric services in order to help each individual, families and significant others live an alcohol and drug free life. For over 60 years, the Bleuler Psychotherapy Center Mental Health Clinic has offered low-cost, high quality mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in Queens and the greater NYC area. Now BCD extends this array of comprehensive services to include alcohol and substance abuse addictions treatment. BCD provides Intensive and Non-Intensive outpatient chemical dependence services. Having both levels of care allows programmatic flexibility to meet the varying needs of BCD clients. For dual diagnosis conditions, clients can also be seen in Bleuler's Mental Health Clinic.
(347) 394-0723 View (347) 394-0723

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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.