When your teen is struggling with their mental health, substance use, or both, it can feel like your whole family is in crisis—and finding the right support can make all the difference. At Muir Wood Teen Treatment, your family doesn’t have to face this alone. We provide residential and outpatient treatment for adolescents ages 12–17, delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in safe, nature-rich settings.
*Please note that at this time, we are not in network with Medicaid/Medi-Cal
With beautiful campuses across California, we offer residential treatment and intensive outpatient programs in Petaluma and Penngrove in Sonoma County, Clovis in the Central Valley, and the historic Orange Grove District of Riverside County.
For adolescents with primary mental health and co-occurring substance use needs, days are structured around therapy, education, and restorative outdoor experiences. Evenings in supportive, home-like residences allow teens to reset and integrate what they’re learning—building consistency and trust across the entire treatment experience.
An after-school program offered 3–4 days per week in Petaluma and Clovis for teens with primary mental health needs or dual diagnosis. Designed for those stepping down from residential treatment or stepping up from weekly outpatient therapy, it includes group therapy, weekly individual sessions, and family involvement to support stability at home, in school, and in daily life.
“Healing doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens when clinical care, family support, education, and emotional growth come together. That’s what effective adolescent treatment looks like—and it’s why integrated, whole-child care is essential.”
Read about Muir Wood experiences from a parent who has been through it. 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.
I think it’s an excellent program with caring, devoted staff members
DA
Jul 2026
Because, put simply, it worked. Thank God, I am so grateful.
NM
Jul 2026
The change in my daughter is 180 degrees change
TJ
Jul 2026
I think Reagan has experience so much grown here!
KC
Jul 2026
Everyone has been so helpful and communication with staff was top notch.
LH
Jul 2026
Muirwood has been our family’s saving grace. The staff is professional and committed to helping teen boys with not only life skills and sobriety but also understanding themselves. We will be forever thankful.
CV
Jul 2026
There was a lot of improvement in behavior and coping skills. My daughter was more confident when leaving muriwood and the staff was incredible.
NC
Jul 2026
This program was really wonderful for our daughter and our family in general. We love the parent classes and parent support group. Liana loved most of the staff and made some great friends with other girls in the program. The communication is excellent from staff to parents.
IG
Jul 2026
Someone from our admissions team is standing by to help you find the best treatment for your teen.
*Please note that at this time, we are not in network with Medicaid/Medi-Cal
Every family that comes to Muir Wood arrives with a different story — and leaves with a different one. Hear it in their own words.
“I Finally Understood Myself” | A Muir Wood Teen Treatment Alumni StoryMuir Wood alumni Scarlet shares her journey from crisis to self-discovery — and the version of herself she’s proud to be today.
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.
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Length of stay in our residential and IOP programs is individualized based on clinical need, safety, progress, and school/home factors. During this time, teens follow a personalized treatment plan that may include individual therapy, therapist-led groups, and family work—addressing mental health disorders, substance misuse (including alcohol or drug abuse), and co-occurring disorders within a coordinated treatment process.
Yes—gender-specific and LGBTQ+-affirming care supports safety, focus, and belonging for young people in treatment.
WASC-accredited academics and individualized learning plans help teens keep pace while in behavioral health treatment. We coordinate with schools so therapeutic gains—organization, time management, and coping skills—carry into the classroom.
No, we do not provide Wilderness therapy, and our framework is very different. Muir Wood provides trauma-informed, evidence-based care in licensed residential and IOP settings—a clinical rehab program model that integrates therapy, family involvement, and academics. We never use coercive tactics and prioritize compassion, safety, and collaboration.
Yes—continuity of care improves outcomes and eases the transition home. We collaborate with outside therapists and psychiatrists, share clinical updates (with consent), and facilitate referral pathways for ongoing outpatient treatment or step-up/step-down care as needed.
No, we are not affiliated with any religious movement or organization and operate on a secular basis. That being said, we endeavor to nurture and support whatever spiritual or religious practice is important to your teen and family members.
We work with most major insurers and will verify benefits for you. Our accredited adolescent treatment facilities strive to make high-quality rehab treatment and mental health treatment accessible.
