Below are a few programs that I found during my research. I have spoken extensively with all 3 programs while I was considering one for my son. Due to circumstances beyond our control we were unable to send him to one of these programs.
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Aspen Achievement Academy
98 S. Main Street
P.O.Box 509
Loa, UT 84747
800-283-8334
www.aspenacademy.com
7 week wilderness program specializes in helping adolescents who exhibit self-defeating characteristics such as: low self esteem, depression, substance abuse, oppositional defiance, ADD/ADHD, learning differences, isolation, school failure, family conflicts, manipulation, and entitlement.
Visit
www.aspeneducation.com for other available programs.
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Turnabout Ranch
280 North 300 East
Escalante, UT 84726
800-842-1165
www.turnaboutranch.com
Works on behavioral and some substance abuse issues. This program is for kids that are just starting to experiment with drugs. Average stay is 90-110 days. You live on a ranch and work the ranch taking care of the animals while they use them as part of the therapy.
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Phoenix Outdoor
631 Willow Creek Rd.
Leicester, NC 28748
877-305-0904
www.phoenixoutdoor.com
6-8 week program for kids with substance abuse issues. They work closely with families throughout the whole program.
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Out of State Treatment Program
The Insight Program
Facilities in GA, NC, AZ
Founded by Bob Meehan
Residential and outpatient
www.theinsightprogram.com
I found this program after reading the book "Beyond the Yellow Brick Road Revised".
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