Top Troubled Teen Programs

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Total Transformation

Company Description

Total Transformation in Westbrook, ME is a wilderness therapy program that immerses teens in nature to foster self-discovery and healing.

In addition to core services, the program incorporates faith-based principles that encourage spiritual growth and outdoor experiences that build resilience...

Company Location

10 Speirs Street Westbrook, ME 4092

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MedStar Health Intensive Outpatient Program for Adolescents (Washington, DC)

Company Description

MedStar Health’s Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for Adolescents is a teen‑specific mental health program for youth ages 13–17 in Washington, D.C. MedStar describes IOP as a step between weekly outpatient therapy and inpatient hospitalization—often used when a teen needs more structure and support but can safely continue living at home. This level of care may be considered when emotional or behavioral symptoms are significantly affecting school, relationships, or daily functioning, and a family... On MedStar’s program page, the adolescent IOP...

Company Location

2115 Wisconsin Ave. NW Ste. 200 Washington, DC 20007

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Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center

Company Description

The Sheppard Pratt School and Residential Treatment Center in the Baltimore/Towson area of Maryland is a specialized program that integrates residential treatment with a therapeutic school setting for adolescents. The program is part of Sheppard Pratt’s continuum of behavioral health services and is designed for youth who need both intensive clinical support and a structured educational environment. As a residential treatment option, the program is intended for teens whose mental or behavioral health needs significantly interfere with daily functioning, relationships,...

Company Location

6501 N. Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21204

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Children & Families of Iowa

Company Description

For over 12 decades, Children and Families of Iowa has been restoring hope, building futures and changing lives for Iowa families. Today, they stand on this foundation of caring as one of Iowa

Company Location

1111 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50314 515-288-1981

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Summit Achievement

Company Description

Summit Achievement in Stow, ME is a wilderness therapy program that immerses teens in nature to foster self-discovery and healing. In addition to core services, the program incorporates outdoor experiences that build resilience and teamwork. Participants live and learn in the outdoors, tackling challenges like hiking, navigation, and campcraft under the guidance of therapists and field guides. The natural setting strips away distractions and allows teens to focus on building coping skills, resilience, and healthy relationships. Families are involved through...

Company Location

69 Deer Hill Road Stow, ME 4037 207-697-2020

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Pheonix Outdoor

Company Description

Phoenix Outdoor is a therapeutic wilderness program for teens located in the Blue Ridge Mountains near beautiful Asheville, North Carolina. Phoenix offers comprehensive treatment in a dynamic, experiential setting for teens ages 13-17 who are struggling with substance abuse/use as well co-occurring behavioral and mental health issues. In small, single-gender groups, teens hike and camp in the U.S. National Forest, returning to base camp at regular intervals. At all times, both in the wilderness and at base camp, teens are...

Company Location

363 Graphite Road Old Fort, NC 28762   877-305-0904

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Island View

Company Description

Island View located in Syracuse, UT is a therapeutic boarding school blending accredited academics with clinical care. Students follow structured schedules that integrate classroom learning, individual therapy, group sessions, and recreational activities. This holistic approach helps adolescents manage mental health challenges while staying on track academically. Teachers and therapists collaborate to create individualized plans that address each student's needs. Serving Co-ed, ages 13–17, the program aims to help young people overcome obstacles and build confidence. Families are encouraged to reach...

Company Location

2650 West 2700 South Syracuse, UT 84075 801-773-0200

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Covenant House

Company Description

Covenant House in Hollywood, CA operates as a residential treatment center offering 24/7 support in a safe, home-like environment. In addition to core services, the program incorporates faith-based principles that encourage spiritual growth. Residents participate in daily routines that include educational classes, evidence-based therapies, life-skills training, and recreational opportunities. The immersive setting allows youth to step away from daily stressors and focus on developing healthier behaviors and coping strategies. Family participation is encouraged through therapy sessions and regular communication to...

Company Location

1325 N. Western Avenue Hollywood, CA 90027 323-461-3131

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Avery’s House Residential Treatment

Company Description

Avery’s House is a teen-focused residential treatment program in Boise, Idaho that serves adolescents who need a higher level of care than outpatient counseling alone. The program’s official site describes a structured residential setting for teens ages 12–17, designed for families seeking intensive support when a teen’s mental health and/or substance use challenges are disrupting daily life. Residential treatment typically provides a consistent daily routine with 24/7 supervision, which can be especially important for teens who struggle with safety, impulsivity,...

Company Location

10787 W Ustick Rd Boise, ID 83713

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Huntsman Mental Health Institute Teenscope Day Treatment Program (Salt Lake City, UT)

Company Description

Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI) at the University of Utah offers a Teenscope Day Treatment Program in Salt Lake City, Utah. Day treatment (often considered a partial hospitalization level of care) is designed for adolescents who need more structure and therapeutic intensity than standard outpatient therapy, but who can safely live at home. Teens attend treatment during the day and return home in the evenings, allowing families to stay closely involved while the teen builds skills and stability in a...

Company Location

501 Chipeta Way Salt Lake City, UT 84108

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North Star Residential Palmer Campus

Company Description

North Star Behavioral Health’s Palmer Campus provides psychiatric residential care for " "pre‑teen and adolescent boys ages 11 to 18 who are struggling with mental health disorders and " "co‑occurring challenges. Located on a campus near Palmer, Alaska, the program combines clinical " "treatment with a structured living environment where boys can learn healthy social, recreational and " "life skills necessary to succeed at home and in the community. Boys live in a supportive, " "supervised setting where they can...

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