Muir Wood stands with all of our colleagues, friends and the families experiencing devastating loss of property and memories from the fires in Southern California. We are also grateful to those expressing concern for our clients, staff, and facilities. Know that all Muir Wood programs statewide are located substantial distances from the fires. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of service during this trying time.
Muir Wood Teen Treatment Centers – 866-705-0828
Treating Teen Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders with Kindness and Compassion. Trusted by Parents and Professionals Since 2013.
Muir Wood is a Joint Commision-accredited residential treatment program for teens, 12-17, struggling with mental health and substance abuse. We operate 16 residential facilities in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside, California. In these comfortable and structured environments, our clinicians help teen boys and teen girls—treated separately— explore and process sensitive issues while learning to manage and overcome mental health and substance use issues. Muir Wood emphasizes kindness and compassion over confrontation and control.
We are licensed by the California Department of Social Services (DSS), certified by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) for residential detoxification and treatment, verified by Psychology Today, and are A+ rated by the BBB. To maintain continuity with home schools, clients attend our on-campus, state-recognized learning program recognized by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. We are in-network with most major insurers including: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Shield, Cigna, Halcyon, Health Net Federal Services, Kaiser Permanente, Magellan, MHN, Optum, and TRICARE, making our exceptional brand of teen treatment highly accessible. Please note that we do not accept Medi-Cal at this time.
Treatment Programs for Teens in California
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Providing Exceptional Care for Teens
Adolescent and teen mental health and substance use disorders affect every aspect of one’s life and identity. Successfully treating these disorders requires expert, comprehensive, and coordinated care. As behavioural health experts, we understand the complexity of underlying factors contributing to the development and perpetuation of issues including: teen substance use disorders, teen depression and anxiety, personality and mood disorders, phobias, PTSD, and more. Nationally recognized teen treatment leader, we strive to be a center of excellence for the practice of adolescent and teen behavioral healthcare. Our evidence-based practices, training of the next generation of care providers, and our multidisciplinary approach allow us to provide exceptional care for teens.
Muir Wood is in-network with these major insurers. Note: We do not accept Medi-Cal.
Videos About Our Teen Treatment Programs
Jeanine’s son had been through several addiction and mental health residential treatment programs before finding the help he needed at Muir Wood.
Katie describes her son’s descent into a disturbed, angry existence. Things came to a head when he started failing out of his junior year of high school. Then Katie found Muir Wood.
Wes M. was a client during Covid. Now he’s a recovery counselor at a treatment center in North Dakota. He’s a wonderful success story and we could not be more proud! Watch the podcast.
Real Reviews from Real Parents
Nothing says more about a teen treatment center than reviews—good or bad—from a parent who has lived the experience. Read these and other reviews from real parents of Muir Wood alumni. If you would like to speak to an alumni parent, contact us and we’ll arrange it.
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“When you call Muir Wood, you will either reach me or one of my staff. Please know that we are here to help, never to sell! We are 110% committed to helping you find the best treatment for your teen and will hold your hand through the entire process. And if we aren’t an ideal fit for your child, we’ll help you find a program that is.” — Maura “Mo” Sangster, Director of Admissions
Maura “Mo” Sangster
Director of Admissions
Measuring Teen Treatment Outcomes Allows Us to Continually Improve
Data collected by an independent outcome measurement provider, shows that Muir Wood treatment results in better outcomes compared to the national average of treatment providers. Significant differences can be seen
in measures that suggest clients are better able to manage their conditions, feel better about themselves, and experience less severe symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress than prior to treatment.
Teen Treatment and Teen Rehab Articles from Our Blog
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Understanding the Connection Between Teen Addiction and Anxiety or Depression
Mental health challenges and substance use rarely exist in isolation during adolescence: Up to 75% of teens with substance use disorders also experience mental health challenges. While these challenges manifest differently for each individual, some turn to substances to cope, creating a cycle…
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Substance Use and Addiction (Co-Occurring Issues with Suicidal Ideation)
Substance use is one of the top risk factors for suicide in teens. Teens may also turn to substances as a way to cope with profound mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and trauma—all of which further increase the risk of suicidal…
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Residential vs. Inpatient Treatment for Teens
Many parents feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn when their teen needs help. Thankfully, different types of programs exist to support teens and their families through behavioral health challenges. Inpatient treatment—think psychiatric hospital—for teens offers a short-term intervention for acute crises,…