Schools for Troubled Teens

Schools for troubled teens are located across the United States. A variety of treatment options, counseling styles and institutions are availble for families in crisis. Schools for troubled teens include wilderness, faith-based and substance-abuse focused programs.

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A wide array of facilities includes wilderness programs, residential treatment facilities, boot camps, Christian programs, boarding schools and therapeutic residential programs. Trained counselors work with parents of troubled teens to evaluate problems and find the most appropriate placement facility for therapy and treatment. Schools for troubled teens focus on behavior management, drug and alcohol addiction and a myriad of emotional and social anxiety problems.

Wilderness Programs for Troubled Teens

Faith-Based Schools for Troubled Teens Offer Spiritual Counseling

Distant Drums (visit www.distant-drums.com) is a wilderness camp located in Nephi, Utah that requires a 28-day commitment. The Distant Drum program provides a safe environment while troubled teens work together on desert treks and counseling.

The Ridge Creek wilderness program in Dahlonega, Georgia (www.ridgecreek.org) focuses on troubled youth 8 to 12 years of age. This school focuses on removing distractions while teaching behavior management and development skills. The Ridge Creek program also offers aftercare options and educational tutors.

Wilderness programs in other states also include Passage Way in Colorado (www.apricottree.com), Redcliff Ascent in Utah (www.redcliffascent.com), Anasazi Foundation in Arizona (www.anasazi.org), Trex Impact and Assessment Program in Oregon (www.trexprograms.com), Paint Rock Valley in Alabama (www.threesprings.com) and the North American Wilderness Academy in California (call [phone]). Other programs are available across the country.

Faith-Based Schools for Troubled Teens Offer Spiritual Counseling

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Christian-based schools are a growing facet in the treatment of troubled teens. Spiritual counseling and faith-based instruction are utilized in these settings. This style of counseling is structured but less demanding and confrontational than the approach used by wilderness and boot camp programs.

The Heartlight Ministries in Texas (www.heartlightministires.org) offers residential treatment and counseling for both male and female teens.

The Flying H Youth Ranch (www.flyingh.com), located in Washington, provides treatement for teenage boys. A full-year commitment is required for program placement.

The Evangeline Christian Home for Girls in Louisiana (www.evangelhouse.com) focuses on academic performance, substance abuse problems and behavioral issues.

The North Carolina-based, House of Hope (www.houseofhopenc.com) offers counseling for troubled teenage girls. Participation with a parent or guardian is required for admission.

Schools for Troubled Teens Offer Financial Assistance

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Diamond Ranch Academy (www.diamondranchacademy.com), located in Utah, offers financial aid for qualifying families. Students ages 12 to 18 are accepted into the program. Most treatment programs last 8 to 12 months. This residential treatment center offers educational, nutritional, substance abuse and behavioral treatment programs.

The White River Academy in Utah (www.teenhelphotiline.com) offers residential treatment programs for troubled teens in a natural setting. Certified counselors spend time in small group and individual sessions. Tutors work in the classroom to improve teens' academic skills. Outdoor pursuits are also part of the program. Teens learn leadership and self-confidence through the team-building outdoor exercises.

Troubled Teen Boot Camps

Sorenson's Ranch in Utah (www.sorensonranch.com) offers a boot camp program for troubled teens. Certified counselors offer a highly structured program for rebellious teens. A regimented treatment schedule directs teens facing stress, behavioral issues and reactive attachment disorder.

The Turning D Ranch School (www.turningdranch.com) offers a structured program for teens with low self-esteem, substance abuse problems, behavioral issues, anger management and ADD. Teens work with horses and other livestock as a part of the therapy. Financial assistance is available for qualifying families.

Troubled teens are offered counseling and behavioral treatment at the Utah-based West Ridge Academy (www.westridgeacademy.com). This facility provides a structured regimen of academic assistance, counseling, behavior modification and coping strategies.

Resources

• www.teenhelponline.com