We recognize that parenting can be tough under any circumstances. When substance use and underlying behavioral and mental health issues are both active, it can seem impossible to remain grounded, have clarity, and take appropriate actions. Fear, guilt, shame, hurt and other emotions may overwhelm parents, and often parents need someone to help guide them and provide assistance in those moments of confusion and chaos.
Aftercare Plan for Substance Abuse and Mental Health
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Last reviewed on July 16, 2026
Stories From Muir Wood
Every family that comes to Muir Wood arrives with a different story — and leaves with a different one. Here, a teen alum and a parent share theirs.
Scarlet’s Story
Muir Wood alumni Scarlet shares her journey from crisis to self-discovery — and the version of herself she’s proud to be today.
A Parent’s Story
A Muir Wood parent shares what the family experienced — from the first call through treatment and the journey home.
Parent Support & Coaching Program
Our Parent Support & Coaching Program is a 16-week aftercare program provided to parents following their teen’s residential treatment stay at Muir Wood Adolescent and Family Services. Led by a licensed therapist, this mental health and substance abuse aftercare plan involves weekly virtual sessions with parents.
As treatment can be a significant investment of resources – time, emotions, and finances – the Parent Support & Coaching Program aims to provide concrete support to parents as their child transitions back home and reintegrates into the family, school, and community. Active involvement in this program is designed to protect the considerable investment parents have made in their child’s recovery and increase the potential success of long-term goals.
We recognize that better-educated patients and families can better understand the nature of their health challenges and the need for ongoing care. In addition to the Parent Support & Coaching Program, Muir Wood Adolescent and Family Services’ proactive and thoughtful discharge planning connects patients to the best available local providers and resources. This gives them better access to their ongoing continuum of care, which helps to increase the chances of sustained patient progress.
16-Week Parent Aftercare Support
The 16-week Parent Aftercare Program is provided to all alumni parents at no additional cost. Following their teen’s treatment at Muir Wood Adolescent and Family Services, parents are invited to attend this weekly, 75-minute, aftercare support program.
The program is designed to provide parents with support and resources to continue with the positive gains made during treatment. Led by Rawland Glass, MSW, LCSW, recipient of the Outstanding Clinician Award in 2012, this curriculum-based, online program allows a weekly platform for parents to receive needed support in a variety of ways, including – an ongoing discussion of potential challenges, determining strategies for dealing with and responding to specific dynamics in the family, emphasizing the use of the many tools developed in residential treatment to manage relationships and emotions, the exploration of conflicts and identification of solutions, and to provide the support parents need to remain on track with their family’s individualized recovery plan. Each online session is followed by an email with additional aftercare material, resources, and coursework.
What Happens After Rehab?
Muir Wood Adolescent and Family Services also hosts four peer-based alumni meetings per week. Two meetings for teens and two meetings for parents at 6 pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. As a member of the Muir Wood community, alumni are always welcome to join these calls to reconnect with their peers to receive support from, and offer support to, their fellow alumni. We recommend parents and teens alike attend the alumni meetings for at least 90 days following graduation from residential treatment.
Muir Wood Treatment Center Reviews
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.
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Kyla is doing so much better.
AM
Jul 2026
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Muirwood is one of the most beautiful campuses I’ve ever visited and the staff is highly compassionate and experienced. I would strongly recommend this program for anyone in need of help for their teenage son.
RM
Jul 2026
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Child had a positive experience, lots of communication and growth. Focused on my child’s needs and listened to my concerns.
JM
Jul 2026
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The reason I gave you a highly rated recommendation is because your facility has made my child feel safe, supported, and truly cared for. She has made great progress, and I can clearly see positive changes in her behavior and overall development.
PR
Jul 2026
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I trusted you with my daughter. I do not take that lightly.
GS
Jul 2026
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Muir Wood has been a blessing for our family. The entire staff was unbelievably supportive, not only to our son in his time of crisis, but to our entire family.
TD
Jul 2026
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Alma had a good experience and got all the support she needed.
BF
Jul 2026
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The investment in both the client and family is superior;the communication from all staff has been quick and thorough. We have all gained skills to support the next steps.
DM
Jul 2026