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. ______________________
Aspen Achievement Academy
98 S. Main Street
P.O.Box 509
Loa, UT 84747
800-283-8334
www.aspenacademy.com7 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.comWorks 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.com6-8 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 ProgramThe Insight Program
Facilities in GA, NC, AZ
Founded by Bob Meehan
Residential and outpatient
www.theinsightprogram.comI found this program after reading the book "Beyond the Yellow Brick Road Revised".
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