Alabama Clinical Schools in Birmingham offers a specialized residential treatment program for adolescent boys who have struggled to find success in traditional therapy. Founded under the umbrella of Universal Health Services, the program serves young men ages 12–18 with psychiatric conditions and sexually reactive behaviors. Licensed therapists and psychiatrists employ cognitive behavioral therapy and rational emotive behavioral therapy to help residents identify triggers, change negative thought patterns and develop healthy coping skills. Year‑round schooling on campus allows students to continue earning academic credit while participating in treatment, and small teacher‑student ratios ensure personalized attention.

Days are highly structured. Boys attend individual therapy sessions, group therapy and recreational therapy while also participating in vocational training, life skills activities and campus chores. Therapeutic foster care and aftercare services help ease the transition back home. Family involvement is an integral part of the program – parents and guardians receive regular updates and are invited to join family therapy sessions to help rebuild trust and communication. Many alumni families credit the program’s combination of mental health treatment, education and life skills with giving their sons a second chance.

Located at 1221 Alton Drive in Birmingham, Alabama Clinical Schools is a fully accredited psychiatric residential treatment facility. It provides 24/7 supervision and an immersive healing environment while encouraging boys to reconnect with family and community. Interested families can contact the admissions team to schedule a no‑cost assessment and learn more about how the program’s compassionate, evidence‑based care can help their son build resilience and pursue a brighter future.