About Our Program:

The program reflects developmental differences between teens and adults and is built on a climate of trust, which maximizes engagement and retains teens in treatment. Staff are trained in adolescent development, co-morbidity issues, and substance use. They address the distinct needs of youth and relate those needs to the gender and ethnicity of our clients.  At the same time, because our staff is culturally aware and sensitive, they respect the many beliefs and values of the community they serve.

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The Services We Offer:

•  Comprehensive assessment that covers psychological and medical problems, learning disabilities, family functioning, and other aspects of the lives of adolescents

  •  Such as: school, home, social habits, extracurricular activities, & parental involvement.

• 9-10 contacts weekly

• Length of program: One (1) to six (6) months

• Education about drugs & substances, managing emotions, communication skills, and coping skills

• Family counseling  ​

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These classes are linked with discussion sessions, the goal of which is to explore the relationship of the educational concepts to each individual’s personal process in an emotionally safe and exploratory fashion. Specific individual issues identified in the group process are referred to individual counseling sessions, where personal advice and specific interventions are discussed and implemented when appropriate.

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