Adolescent Substance Use Treatment

Our Trauma-Informed Dual-Diagnosis Approach

Whether facing peer pressure, low self-esteem, or a mental disorder, adolescents far too often turn to substance use to cope. In one study of adolescents receiving mental health treatment, for example, more than 40% were found to also have a substance abuse issue. No parent ever expects their child to fall victim to addiction, but the reality is that no child is immune: The most recent government statistics suggest that one in three high school seniors used an illicit drug in the last year and in any given year, another study found, 8% would meet the criteria for substance use disorder. Only a small percentage of them will ever receive treatment, but a different path is possible.

who needs substance use treatment?

Is there ever such a thing as “normal teen experimentation,” “dabbling,” or “kids being kids”? In a substance use landscape that now includes fentanyl, it’s not worth gambling with your child’s life. Now more than ever, fentanyl is laced into other drugs like prescription pills or even marijuana, causing unintentional overdose and death among even the most casual drug users. The reality is, if your child is using substances, they are at risk: for unintentional fentanyl overdose, as well as other mental and behavioral problems down the road. It’s never too early to have the conversation about getting help. Contact our admissions team to share your story and learn how we can help.

Every adolescent’s substance use and mental health treatment plan is built to address their own needs, goals, and abilities. Our staff members are all trained in a variety of evidence-based modalities, including: