Teen Stabilization Program
Teenagers are often faced with many difficult issues that can lead to unhealthy and disruptive behavior. Fortunately, teen stabilization programs can help teens work through their issues and develop better coping strategies.
Ridge RTC’s teen stabilization program is committed to helping teens develop the skills and tools they need to navigate their day-to-day lives. With the help of our stabilization program, teens can build a solid foundation for their future and gain the confidence they need to achieve their goals.
Start your recovery journey today by receiving a comprehensive assessment for teens from our staff of treatment professionals.
What is Ridge RTC’s Teen Stabilization Program?
Ridge RTC’s teen stabilization program is a treatment program designed to help teens who are struggling with mental health, substance use, and emotional regulation issues. The program provides evidence-based therapies and support tailored to each client’s individual needs to help them achieve greater psychological stability and improved well-being.
The program focuses on developing positive coping skills, through experiential therapy, stress management, and relaxation techniques. It also works on building self-esteem and confidence by helping clients learn how to recognize their feelings and express them in healthy ways.
Clients have the opportunity to work with a team of professional counselors who can provide personalized treatment plans that are tailored to their specific needs. In addition, we support family members as they go through their loved one’s recovery journey.
Ridge RTC’s teen stabilization program is an excellent choice for teens who require professional mental health or substance abuse treatment. Our individualized approach helps clients develop the skills they need to live a healthier lifestyle now and in the future.
What to Expect From Ridge RTC’s Teen Stabilization Program
Ridge RTC’s stabilization program for teens is designed to help teens gain control of their mental health and well-being. The program focuses on providing individualized support, tools, and resources that can empower teens to make positive changes in their lives. Through the stabilization program, teens will receive guidance from experienced counselors trained to help them determine and address their individual needs.
The program provides a safe and supportive environment where teens can openly discuss their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It includes activities such as group therapy sessions, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), education about mental health topics, and more. Teens will also have access to one-on-one counseling sessions with a dedicated counselor who can provide them with personalized advice and support.
Our counselors take the time to get to know each teen individually before developing a plan together. We believe that empowering teens with the resources they need to manage their mental health is key to helping them reach overall stability.
Our goal is for our stabilization program for teens to provide a comprehensive approach that helps them build self-awareness and develop healthy coping skills so they can lead successful lives. By taking part in this program, teens will be better equipped with the knowledge and strategies they need to manage their mental health conditions or crises.
Steps of the Teen Stabilization Program
Initial stabilization is the first step in the teen stabilization process. It involves creating a safe and supportive environment for the teen to detox and take the first steps toward healing. The goal of initial stabilization is to provide a secure foundation for further intervention.
Problem identification is the second step in the teen stabilization process. This involves assessing the teen’s physical, mental, and emotional health to identify any potential issues or triggers that may have led to their current situation. Through this evaluation, a therapist can gain insight into what may be causing the teen’s distress and begin developing an individualized treatment plan.
Defining solutions is the third step in the teen stabilization process. This step involves working with the teen to develop strategies and coping skills to address their issues. Solutions could include group therapy, lifestyle changes, support networks, education or job training, recreational activities, etc. By defining these solutions together with the teen, they are more likely to adopt them into their daily lives.
Residential Treatment After Stabilization
Once clients have stabilized at Ridge RTC, they can begin their stay in the residential treatment center for teens. The goal of the residential program is to provide 24/7 comprehensive care and help the teens gain insight into their mental health challenges so that they can achieve greater stability and independence.
Experiential therapy plays an important role in this process, as it enables teens to practice skills in real-life situations while also exploring issues such as trust, communication, boundaries, and relationships. Experiential therapy activities may include art or music projects, problem-solving tasks, community service activities, role-playing games, and outdoor recreation.
By engaging in these activities and building a trusting relationship with staff members, teens can learn how to manage their symptoms better and develop healthier coping strategies for dealing with stress.
What Are the Benefits of a Teen Stabilization Program?
Improved mental health: A teen stabilization program can help teens develop better coping skills to manage their emotions and stress levels. This can lead to improved mental health, as teens can respond more appropriately to difficult situations and have better communication skills.
Improved academic performance: By providing teens with the skills they need to manage their emotions, behaviors, and relationships, a teen stabilization program can help them become more focused on their studies. This can help treat teen anxiety and school refusal as teens become better equipped to handle stressful situations that may otherwise distract them from learning materials or prevent them from completing assignments.
Increased self-esteem and confidence: Through a combination of individual counseling sessions and group activities, a teen stabilization program can help teenagers build self-esteem and confidence. This increased sense of worth can encourage teens to take risks that will benefit them in the long run, such as enrolling in college classes or seeking employment opportunities.
Developed life skills: Teenagers often struggle with developing the necessary life skills for independent living, such as budgeting, goal setting, decision-making, and problem-solving. By participating in a teen stabilization program, teens can learn these essential life skills so that they are better prepared for adult responsibilities when they reach adulthood.
Find Healing at Ridge RTC
At Ridge RTC, we specialize in mental health and substance abuse treatment for teens. We work with each client to create an individualized, evidence-based treatment program tailored to their needs.
We understand that recovery is a journey and provide comprehensive care and support from admission to long-term follow-up. With Ridge RTC, you can get the treatment you deserve and regain control of your life.
Contact us to learn more about how your teen can benefit from our treatment programs. We want to help your family overcome addiction and mental illness starting today.
Megan, now the Medical Director at Ridge RTC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a rich history in medical and mental health services. Her journey includes six years as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse at Frisbie Memorial Hospital and a transformative tenure at Shortridge Academy. Starting as a student mentor at Shortridge in 2012, she climbed the ranks to become Residential Manager, a role that had her creating student trips and managing the residential environment. Before embarking on her medical career, Megan championed the cause of those with severe mental illness as a Case Manager at a community agency.
Ridge RTC is part of the Altior Healthcare family of mental health treatment providers.