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 Berwyn, Pennsylvania are designed to support adolescents, teens ages 13-18 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 Berwyn, Pennsylvania are designed to support adolescents, teens ages 13-18 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.
Since 1932, Council for Relationships has provided therapy and psychiatry services to those in Pennslyvania and New Jersey. Our Staff Clinicians offer individual, relationship (sometimes called "couples"), family, and sex therapy online and in person. We make the best therapy services accessible to everyone. Our 80+ Staff Therapists & Psychiatrists specialize in over 45 specialties and provide comprehensive mental health care and medicine management. We see clients of all ages, backgrounds, religions, genders, and sexualities. We believe that thriving relationships foster flourishing communities. Let us help you thrive!
Since 1932, Council for Relationships has provided therapy and psychiatry services to those in Pennslyvania and New Jersey. Our Staff Clinicians offer individual, relationship (sometimes called "couples"), family, and sex therapy online and in person. We make the best therapy services accessible to everyone. Our 80+ Staff Therapists & Psychiatrists specialize in over 45 specialties and provide comprehensive mental health care and medicine management. We see clients of all ages, backgrounds, religions, genders, and sexualities. We believe that thriving relationships foster flourishing communities. Let us help you thrive!
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The Renfrew Center, a family-owned leader in eating disorder treatment, opened the nation’s first residential facility in 1985. With 15 sites nationwide and virtual services in 25+ states, Renfrew has helped over 100,000 adolescent girls, women, transgender, and non-binary individuals. Our evidence-based Unified Treatment Model addresses eating disorders and co-occurring presentations such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, offering a full continuum of care—from Residential to Outpatient—tailored to each individual’s needs.
The Renfrew Center, a family-owned leader in eating disorder treatment, opened the nation’s first residential facility in 1985. With 15 sites nationwide and virtual services in 25+ states, Renfrew has helped over 100,000 adolescent girls, women, transgender, and non-binary individuals. Our evidence-based Unified Treatment Model addresses eating disorders and co-occurring presentations such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, offering a full continuum of care—from Residential to Outpatient—tailored to each individual’s needs.
Juniper Counseling and Wellness strives to help you, much like the juniper tree, to grow, thrive and reach your fullest potential, even when there are challenges. Our team is grounded in evidence based practices, and the most up to date training and research. We hope to walk with you throughout your therapeutic experience, giving you the confidence, skills, and ability to overcome life’s challenges and lead a full and meaningful life.
Juniper Counseling and Wellness strives to help you, much like the juniper tree, to grow, thrive and reach your fullest potential, even when there are challenges. Our team is grounded in evidence based practices, and the most up to date training and research. We hope to walk with you throughout your therapeutic experience, giving you the confidence, skills, and ability to overcome life’s challenges and lead a full and meaningful life.
Ellie Mental Health in Havertown, Pennsylvania isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
Ellie Mental Health in Havertown, Pennsylvania isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
The Aguirre Center for Inclusive Psychotherapy is an Atlanta-based group practice comprised of talented and experienced psychologists and therapists who are passionate about providing culturally-responsive, anti-oppressive psychological services to our communities. Our highly dedicated team of psychologists and therapists provides psychotherapy (individual, relationship, and group therapy) and psychological assessments to adolescents and adults. We believe that you deserve to work with a therapist who understands and affirms the complexities of your unique intersectional identities. We are committed to providing excellent therapy for all, with a special focus on those who hold marginalized identities, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), Latinx/Hispanic, Neurodivergent and the LGBTQ communities. Our practice is anti-racist/anti-oppressive, sex-positive, trauma-informed, weight-inclusive, Feminist-informed, and affirming of folks from LGBTQ+, Kink, and Polyamory/Consensual non-monogamy communities.
The Aguirre Center for Inclusive Psychotherapy is an Atlanta-based group practice comprised of talented and experienced psychologists and therapists who are passionate about providing culturally-responsive, anti-oppressive psychological services to our communities. Our highly dedicated team of psychologists and therapists provides psychotherapy (individual, relationship, and group therapy) and psychological assessments to adolescents and adults. We believe that you deserve to work with a therapist who understands and affirms the complexities of your unique intersectional identities. We are committed to providing excellent therapy for all, with a special focus on those who hold marginalized identities, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), Latinx/Hispanic, Neurodivergent and the LGBTQ communities. Our practice is anti-racist/anti-oppressive, sex-positive, trauma-informed, weight-inclusive, Feminist-informed, and affirming of folks from LGBTQ+, Kink, and Polyamory/Consensual non-monogamy communities.
When severe mood dysregulation or self-harm requires more than weekly therapy, our specialized DBT residential program offers the immersive care teens need. In a safe, exclusive 6-bed setting, our clinical team helps adolescents rediscover hope and heal. We provide 24/7 supervision and highly personalized, evidence-based treatment tailored to your teen's unique challenges. Evolve also offers structured outpatient step-down support through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), ensuring compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step of their journey.
When severe mood dysregulation or self-harm requires more than weekly therapy, our specialized DBT residential program offers the immersive care teens need. In a safe, exclusive 6-bed setting, our clinical team helps adolescents rediscover hope and heal. We provide 24/7 supervision and highly personalized, evidence-based treatment tailored to your teen's unique challenges. Evolve also offers structured outpatient step-down support through our full-day Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and after-school Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), ensuring compassionate care and meaningful progress at every step of their journey.
TAG Inspires, LLC provides mental health services through individual, couple and family therapy. We are clinicians of color who strive to empower, inspire and support others as they navigate life’s difficulties and challenges. Our practice is committed to providing clients with a safe, nurturing and empathetic journey.
Our vision is to ensure healing and empowerment to marginalized and diverse populations through access to affordable mental health services.
TAG Inspires, LLC provides mental health services through individual, couple and family therapy. We are clinicians of color who strive to empower, inspire and support others as they navigate life’s difficulties and challenges. Our practice is committed to providing clients with a safe, nurturing and empathetic journey.
Our vision is to ensure healing and empowerment to marginalized and diverse populations through access to affordable mental health services.
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 care program (PCP) and intensive outpatient program (IOP) in Livingston, New Jersey is designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults ages 12-18 facing these challenges. Our PCP and IOP provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen 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 care program (PCP) and intensive outpatient program (IOP) in Livingston, New Jersey is designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults ages 12-18 facing these challenges. Our PCP and IOP provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
The Social Enrichment Center was founded to support individuals, families, schools, & community organizations. Our mission is to help individuals with social, emotional, & behavioral needs through various services. Our team utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Social Skills, Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, & a blend of other treatment modalities to personalize treatment plans to each individual's goals. We work closely with caregivers to support our clients' success. The SEC also consults with educators & school districts to help clients generalize skills learned in the center & provide valuable feedback & recommendations.
The Social Enrichment Center was founded to support individuals, families, schools, & community organizations. Our mission is to help individuals with social, emotional, & behavioral needs through various services. Our team utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Social Skills, Applied Behavior Analysis techniques, & a blend of other treatment modalities to personalize treatment plans to each individual's goals. We work closely with caregivers to support our clients' success. The SEC also consults with educators & school districts to help clients generalize skills learned in the center & provide valuable feedback & recommendations.
Our Exton, PA treatment center is fully equipped to diagnose and treat a variety of mental health and substance use disorders and serves Chester County with outpatient mental health, substance use and eating disorder programming for adults and teens. We are located on John Young Way, about halfway between Exton and Downingtown, and our office is just off of Rt. 30 for easy access from surrounding towns. We accept commercial insurance or self-pay clients.
Our Exton, PA treatment center is fully equipped to diagnose and treat a variety of mental health and substance use disorders and serves Chester County with outpatient mental health, substance use and eating disorder programming for adults and teens. We are located on John Young Way, about halfway between Exton and Downingtown, and our office is just off of Rt. 30 for easy access from surrounding towns. We accept commercial insurance or self-pay clients.
At Huntington Creek Recovery Center, located in Shickshinny, Pennsylvania, we offer superior live-in treatment for young people. Our adolescent residential program is available for teens ages 13-18 who are suffering from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns. Youths may enter the program directly or as a step-down to a less restrictive level of care from inpatient treatment. Our comprehensive residential addiction treatment program is tailored to the needs of each client so that they can get the most out of their time with us. Through age-appropriate services, we can help adolescents build a solid foundation for recovery and improve their communication, coping, and social skills. Our team aims to provide adolescents in our program with treatment that meets them where they are on their recovery journeys. We achieve this by taking the time to get to know each client and better understand the unique challenges they are facing. Each client’s program duration is determined on an individual basis. While the average length of stay in our residential program is 30 days, we offer extended care as needed.
At Huntington Creek Recovery Center, located in Shickshinny, Pennsylvania, we offer superior live-in treatment for young people. Our adolescent residential program is available for teens ages 13-18 who are suffering from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns. Youths may enter the program directly or as a step-down to a less restrictive level of care from inpatient treatment. Our comprehensive residential addiction treatment program is tailored to the needs of each client so that they can get the most out of their time with us. Through age-appropriate services, we can help adolescents build a solid foundation for recovery and improve their communication, coping, and social skills. Our team aims to provide adolescents in our program with treatment that meets them where they are on their recovery journeys. We achieve this by taking the time to get to know each client and better understand the unique challenges they are facing. Each client’s program duration is determined on an individual basis. While the average length of stay in our residential program is 30 days, we offer extended care as needed.
Avenues Recovery Center at Bucks is a community-based, residential-style outpatient drug and alcohol rehab program offering partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment services. This facility partners exclusively with Crosswalk Sober Living – a collection of luxurious sober living homes – to give clients the opportunity to engage in treatment while residing in a beautiful domestic setting with 24/7 supervision and care. Avenues at Bucks is staffed by skilled and passionate therapists, nurse practitioners, addiction counselors and behavioral health technicians who work tirelessly to give each client the most rewarding, effective treatment experience. Our strong focus on life skills, re-integration, and workforce re-entry helps clients find their footing in a new world, emerging confident and empowered as they begin their life in recovery. 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 Bucks is a community-based, residential-style outpatient drug and alcohol rehab program offering partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment services. This facility partners exclusively with Crosswalk Sober Living – a collection of luxurious sober living homes – to give clients the opportunity to engage in treatment while residing in a beautiful domestic setting with 24/7 supervision and care. Avenues at Bucks is staffed by skilled and passionate therapists, nurse practitioners, addiction counselors and behavioral health technicians who work tirelessly to give each client the most rewarding, effective treatment experience. Our strong focus on life skills, re-integration, and workforce re-entry helps clients find their footing in a new world, emerging confident and empowered as they begin their life in recovery. 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.
Belmont Behavioral Health System offers a partial hospitalization program (PHP) for adolescents ages 13-17 who are struggling with a variety of behavioral health concerns. In our PHP, young people can learn to effectively manage their symptoms so that they can begin to function better in their daily lives. This program can be beneficial for individuals who are stepping down from inpatient treatment and still require intensive services but do not need 24/7 supervision. Patients typically remain in the program for two to three weeks, though the length of treatment can vary depending on the needs of each individual. Those in the PHP take part in treatment five days a week for five to six hours a day. During this time, they receive focused care from a dedicated team of professionals. Our staff works closely with each patient to better understand their needs and how we can best support them on their healing journey. Through our premier outpatient services, adolescents can improve their confidence and resiliency and learn skills that promote long-term well-being.
Belmont Behavioral Health System offers a partial hospitalization program (PHP) for adolescents ages 13-17 who are struggling with a variety of behavioral health concerns. In our PHP, young people can learn to effectively manage their symptoms so that they can begin to function better in their daily lives. This program can be beneficial for individuals who are stepping down from inpatient treatment and still require intensive services but do not need 24/7 supervision. Patients typically remain in the program for two to three weeks, though the length of treatment can vary depending on the needs of each individual. Those in the PHP take part in treatment five days a week for five to six hours a day. During this time, they receive focused care from a dedicated team of professionals. Our staff works closely with each patient to better understand their needs and how we can best support them on their healing journey. Through our premier outpatient services, adolescents can improve their confidence and resiliency and learn skills that promote long-term well-being.
STAR Guides is an outdoor therapeutic program designed for youth and young adults who are struggling with problematic sexual behavior. STAR Guides provides families with navigation through these challenges. Regardless of past behaviors, we believe that all youth can learn to achieve healthy sexuality. Research suggests that for many, sexual problematic behavior first begins during the adolescent years. STAR Guides helps youth to deal with these problems while they are still young. Many youth in today's modern world find themselves lost and in need of direction as they attempt to navigate the thick darkness that accompanies sexual behavior problems. Just as the ancient peoples of the world, they are in need of STAR Guides. Based in beautiful St. George, Utah the program provides teens and young adults with a high impact, life-changing therapeutic wilderness experience in the heart of the majestic red rock of the high desert of Southern Utah. STAR Guides is the ideal intervention for individuals needing to learn to manage problematic sexual behaviors that they have been unable to manage previously.
STAR Guides is an outdoor therapeutic program designed for youth and young adults who are struggling with problematic sexual behavior. STAR Guides provides families with navigation through these challenges. Regardless of past behaviors, we believe that all youth can learn to achieve healthy sexuality. Research suggests that for many, sexual problematic behavior first begins during the adolescent years. STAR Guides helps youth to deal with these problems while they are still young. Many youth in today's modern world find themselves lost and in need of direction as they attempt to navigate the thick darkness that accompanies sexual behavior problems. Just as the ancient peoples of the world, they are in need of STAR Guides. Based in beautiful St. George, Utah the program provides teens and young adults with a high impact, life-changing therapeutic wilderness experience in the heart of the majestic red rock of the high desert of Southern Utah. STAR Guides is the ideal intervention for individuals needing to learn to manage problematic sexual behaviors that they have been unable to manage previously.
Specializing in Psychiatric Evaluation, Medication Management, and the Treatment of Mental Health Disorders for Adults, Adolescence, and Children (as young at 6 years old). LifeBack is committed to providing a fresh and creative approach to the treatment of your mental health. LifeBack offers services to children, adolescents, and adults facing a variety of mental health challenges. Through individual, couples, group, and family therapy, our dynamic and energetic team will support you in your journey to wellness.
Specializing in Psychiatric Evaluation, Medication Management, and the Treatment of Mental Health Disorders for Adults, Adolescence, and Children (as young at 6 years old). LifeBack is committed to providing a fresh and creative approach to the treatment of your mental health. LifeBack offers services to children, adolescents, and adults facing a variety of mental health challenges. Through individual, couples, group, and family therapy, our dynamic and energetic team will support you in your journey to wellness.
Brightside Counseling LLC is a community based therapeutic service dedicated to helping families, parents, couples, children, and adolescents suffering from behavioral health disabilities. Our services also include group therapy, parenting support, advocacy, home-based support, conflict management skills, social skills training, life coaching, bereavement, stress management, divorce mediation, and intensive family therapy. Partial Hospitalization Program supports teens ages 12–16 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, or school-related stress. We help teens stabilize, in a safe environment.
Brightside Counseling LLC is a community based therapeutic service dedicated to helping families, parents, couples, children, and adolescents suffering from behavioral health disabilities. Our services also include group therapy, parenting support, advocacy, home-based support, conflict management skills, social skills training, life coaching, bereavement, stress management, divorce mediation, and intensive family therapy. Partial Hospitalization Program supports teens ages 12–16 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, or school-related stress. We help teens stabilize, in a safe environment.
Row Psychiatric Services IOP offers comprehensive mental health services for and children and adolescents ages 5-13. Our multidisciplinary team will work to meet the specific needs of each child including psychiatric medication management, individual and group psychotherapy, family therapy, and parent psychoeducation. Treatment involves collaboration between the treatment team, the child, and the child's family. Row's IOP supports positive changes while ensuring the integrity of the family unit through preventative, therapeutic intervention. The average length of the program is four weeks. IOP groups are run by mental health therapists, while medications are managed by psychiatric prescribers. The program incorporates evidence-based treatments, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). To complete a free phone screening or to make an appointment for outpatient programs, call 610-999-1908.
Row Psychiatric Services IOP offers comprehensive mental health services for and children and adolescents ages 5-13. Our multidisciplinary team will work to meet the specific needs of each child including psychiatric medication management, individual and group psychotherapy, family therapy, and parent psychoeducation. Treatment involves collaboration between the treatment team, the child, and the child's family. Row's IOP supports positive changes while ensuring the integrity of the family unit through preventative, therapeutic intervention. The average length of the program is four weeks. IOP groups are run by mental health therapists, while medications are managed by psychiatric prescribers. The program incorporates evidence-based treatments, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). To complete a free phone screening or to make an appointment for outpatient programs, call 610-999-1908.
Our Rapid 4-Day Opiate Detox Procedure is for patients addicted or dependent on heroin, pills, Suboxone, Methadone, and Fentanyl and Kratom. Day 1- patient completes intake paperwork, lab work, physical & psychological exam. We include a private room, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, WIFI and all meals are included. Day 2- patient is taken to the ICU, under the care of Award Winning, Board Certified Anesthesiologist & Addiction Specialist, Dr. Julia Aharonov. The patient receives IV Sedation and sleeps through withdrawals while closely monitored by the nursing staff. After the opiate reversal, the patient receives an FDA Approved Vivitrol® injection. Day 3- The patient comes back to their private room with 24-hour medical staff, and rests and recuperates for the day. If they experience any post-acute withdrawals, they are given non-addictive medications and receives those medications to take home. The next morning, after meeting with Dr. Aharonov, they are free to go home. Once your detox is complete, you are eligible for our detox-related aftercare. Financing is available.
Our Rapid 4-Day Opiate Detox Procedure is for patients addicted or dependent on heroin, pills, Suboxone, Methadone, and Fentanyl and Kratom. Day 1- patient completes intake paperwork, lab work, physical & psychological exam. We include a private room, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, WIFI and all meals are included. Day 2- patient is taken to the ICU, under the care of Award Winning, Board Certified Anesthesiologist & Addiction Specialist, Dr. Julia Aharonov. The patient receives IV Sedation and sleeps through withdrawals while closely monitored by the nursing staff. After the opiate reversal, the patient receives an FDA Approved Vivitrol® injection. Day 3- The patient comes back to their private room with 24-hour medical staff, and rests and recuperates for the day. If they experience any post-acute withdrawals, they are given non-addictive medications and receives those medications to take home. The next morning, after meeting with Dr. Aharonov, they are free to go home. Once your detox is complete, you are eligible for our detox-related aftercare. Financing is available.
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.
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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.