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Behavioral Health Treatment for Teens
The Muir Wood Teen Difference
Our team partners closely with parents and caregivers from day one—clear updates, a personalized plan, and real-world tools you can use between sessions – so your loved one can move toward stability, well-being, and lasting wellness alongside peers facing similar challenges.
Some of our key differentiators include:
Specialists in Adolescent Care
Everything we do is built for teens ages 12–17, not adapted from adult models. Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists, highly trained therapists, nurses, educators, and recovery counselors who specialize exclusively in adolescent mental health and substance use treatment. Working as an integrated team, they deliver evidence-based, developmentally appropriate care tailored to each teen’s unique needs.
Environments That Foster Connection and Growth
In serene, nature-rich settings, our campuses are unlike any other. With 24/7 care, teens spend their days as part of a broader community—engaging in therapy, academics, and outdoor activities that strengthen resilience and self-awareness. At night, they return to home-like residences to process, decompress, and connect with others. This balance of community and intimacy creates a unique healing environment where every moment becomes a part of the recovery process.
Educational Support that Restores Confidence
Through our WASC-accredited academic program, students continue their education with personalized support. Success in the classroom becomes a vital step in restoring confidence, structure, and a sense of possibility.
Accessible, High-Quality Care Covered by Insurance
Muir Wood is committed to removing financial barriers to care by partnering with most major insurance providers, ensuring families can access high-quality, evidence-based treatment when it matters most.
Expertise in Primary Mental Health
With expertise in treating both primary mental health and co-occurring substance use challenges, our trauma-informed approach helps teens heal deeply and build lasting change. We focus on the whole person—addressing both emotional wellbeing and underlying behavioral patterns—to support lifelong healing.
Support for the Whole Family
Healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens together. At Muir Wood, families stay actively involved through therapy, education, and a 16-week aftercare coaching program that builds trust, communication, and stability long after treatment ends.
Continuum of Care
In Sonoma County, our residential and intensive outpatient programs work together as a true continuum of care. Teens stepping up or stepping down receive consistent clinical leadership, a shared therapeutic approach, and close communication between teams—ensuring progress continues without interruption. We are equally committed to strong collaboration when teens are referred from, or transition back to, outside therapists and IOP/PHP programs—ensuring coordinated, smooth transitions.
Speak With a Teen Treatment Specialist
Connect with our admissions team today to learn how Muir Wood can support your family.
Penngrove Mental Health Treatment Center Reviews
“From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt like part of a supportive com- munity dedicated to helping teens thrive. The staff here are compassionate, knowledgeable, and truly invested in the wellbeing of every teen in their care. The programs are tailored to address the needs of each individual, providing a safe space for growth and healing. I highly recommend this center to any parent seeking top-notch care.”
Krista Merlino – May 2024
“Our child had medication resistant severe depression. Muir Wood helped find the right medication and provided a supportive environment, over Covid, no less. My child is thriving and we both agree that even though it was a hard period, it was the best choice to get them treatment. The tutors worked with his teachers and he maintained a 4.0 while getting better.”
Tomasina Burgess – June 2024
“Ruby had a very positive experience overall both times. Many programs make lots of promises and don’t deliver. Muir wood was a transformational experience for Ruby and I think the experience of being part of a community of peers was especially helpful. I’m a mental health professional myself and have already recommended Muir Wood to friends with teens who are struggling.”
Sasha A. Blum – September 2023
“There really are other families that are struggling in more or less the same ways that we are,” she shares in the video below. “I think there’s a way that addiction can make people feel like it’s only happening to them, and it’s really not. It’s behind so many closed doors. And I only wish that more people would come out and get the help that they deserve and that is there to be had. I’m really grateful we found it.”
Katie F. – June 2024
“This program was really wonderful for our daughter and our family as a whole. We love the parent classes and the parent support group. L. loved most of the staff and made some great friends with other girls in the program. The communication between staff and parents is excellent.”
Ilene G. – Oct 2025
My daughter is at the Petaluma Site. She has been there for about 40 days and the therapist has been very communicative. I feel apart of her treatment and have been updated weekly as well as a fast response anytime I have had questions. The support has been great and I love the parent classes. I have learned a lot in this time.
Angela R. – Oct 2025
Mental Healthcare Center in Penngrove
Set in the peaceful surroundings of Penngrove, our teen residential treatment campus provides a safe, structured environment where adolescents can focus on healing and growth. Each day combines evidence-based therapy, academic support through our WASC-accredited school program, and recreational or skills-based activities, followed by evenings in supportive, home-like residences. This thoughtfully designed setting blends nature, routine, and expert guidance to help teens build coping skills, emotional resilience, and confidence while receiving personalized mental health care.
Accreditations
Benefits of Our Residential Treatment
At Muir Wood’s Penngrove campus, adolescent residential mental health treatment offers more than daily structure—it provides a safe, supportive sanctuary. In a calm, nature-focused environment, teens receive evidence-based care for mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and trauma. They gain practical coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, and life skills that support success at home, at school, and in their communities. Every aspect of our residential program is designed to promote lasting growth, well-being, and resilience beyond their stay.
24/7 Clinical Supervision & Support
At our Penngrove campus, teen girls receive care with round-the-clock supervision from licensed mental health professionals. Teens have access to psychiatry, therapy sessions, and behavioral health services at all times, ensuring safety, accountability, and consistent support throughout their stay.
Structured Daily Life for Stability
Each day is carefully designed to balance school, therapy, and routines. This structure helps teens manage anxiety disorders, depression symptoms, and other mental health issues, while promoting responsibility and emotional regulation.
A Supportive, Home-Like Setting
Penngrove’s serene, nature-rich environment provides an ideal backdrop for healing. Residences feel welcoming rather than clinical, offering teens the space to relax, reflect, and engage fully in short-term programs tailored to their specific needs.
Family Involvement & Peer Connection
Family members are included in therapy sessions and discharge planning to ensure continuity of care. Small peer groups allow teens to build meaningful friendships, share experiences, and develop coping skills—helping them navigate behavioral issues, panic attacks, and other challenges with guidance and support.
Residential treatment at Muir Wood Teen in Penngrove combines evidence-based treatment options, structured daily life, and compassionate care. Teens gain the tools, confidence, and support needed to continue growth through outpatient care, referrals, or step-down programs as part of their continuum of mental health services.
Meet Your Teen’s Mental Healthcare Team
At Muir Wood Teen, healing is driven by connection and expert care. Each adolescent’s residential treatment plan is overseen by a dedicated team of psychiatrists, licensed therapists, nurses, and educators who specialize in adolescent mental health and co-occurring substance use. By coordinating evidence-based therapies, group and individual sessions, and family support, our team addresses each teen’s unique needs—building coping skills, emotional resilience, and confidence that extend well beyond their time in treatment.
Dr. Ian Wolds,
Psy.D.
Chief Clinical Officer
Ella Jackson,
LMFT
VP, Clinical Operations
Rawly Glass M.S.W., LCSW
Director of Family Services
Joanna O’Neill, LMFT
Clinical Director
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What to Expect During Teen Residential Treatment
A predictable routine brings relief. Each day at Muir Wood Teen in Penngrove combines therapy, academics, and connection within a structured rhythm that helps teens manage mental health disorders, develop coping skills, and regain confidence.
Programming, offered 3–4 afternoons per week, includes:
Morning — Routine, Medication, and Academics
- Wake up and breakfast in a small, home-like residence with 24/7 clinical supervision.
- Short goal-setting group to center the day and build self-awareness.
- Transportation to the central treatment hub.
- ~3 hours of accredited classroom instruction (WASC) with on-site teachers, coordinating with home schools or approved online coursework to ensure teens keep up academically.
Midday/Afternoon — Therapy, Skills, and Movement
- Individual therapy sessions (1–2× per week) for adolescent-specific mental health needs.
- Group therapy focused on emotion regulation, coping skills, social interaction, and peer connection.
- Family therapy is provided weekly or biweekly to support home transitions and discharge planning.
- Experiential therapies, including art, mindfulness, recreational therapy, and outdoor movement, support behavioral health services and overall wellness.
Evening — Reflection, Community, and Rest
- Return to the residence for family-style dinner and downtime.
- Evening reflection group to review goals, practice coping strategies, and plan for tomorrow.
- Quiet time, hygiene, and lights-out—consistent routines promote sleep, stability, and mental health recovery.
- Housing assigned by gender at birth ensures safety and privacy while maintaining a respectful and inclusive environment.
Weekends — Skill-Building and Peer Connection
- Saturday: Clinical groups and recreational therapy, including structured outdoor and team activities.
- Sunday: Longer experiential outings (hiking, rock climbing, or similar activities) to foster confidence, joy, and healthy peer relationships.
Learn about Muir Wood or contact our admissions team today.
Mental Health Treatment Options
Every adolescent’s journey is unique, and so is their path to wellness. At Muir Wood Teen in Penngrove, we develop personalized treatment plans that address each teen’s mental health disorders, behavioral issues, and academic needs. Our licensed clinicians provide evidence-based therapies—such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and family therapy—designed to strengthen coping skills, emotion regulation, and self-awareness.
Teens also have access to individual therapy, group therapy, and recreational therapy as part of a structured adolescent residential program. Each level of care is tailored to meet specific needs, supporting lasting growth, stability, and well-being.
We provide targeted care for teens struggling with:
Anxiety
Panic Disorder
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
OCD
Disordered eating
Self harm and Suicidal Ideation
Each program combines academic support, family therapy, and carefully coordinated aftercare, ensuring that teens’ progress continues beyond residential treatment and positively impacts daily life, coping skills, and long-term well-being.
Experiential & Wellness Therapies
Healing extends beyond the therapy room at Muir Wood Teen in Penngrove. Our experiential and wellness activities provide adolescents the opportunity to move, create, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways. Through art, mindfulness, recreation, and skill-building, teens strengthen coping skills, manage anxiety disorders, and regain confidence in daily life.
- Creative Expression: Art and music therapy sessions allow teens to explore complex emotions that are difficult to verbalize, supporting emotional regulation and self-discovery.
- Mindfulness & Meditation: Guided mindfulness and meditation practices reduce stress, improve focus, and equip teens with tools for managing panic attacks, anxiety, or ADHD symptoms both in treatment and at home.
- Recreational & Outdoor Therapy: Using Penngrove’s serene natural setting, teens engage in movement-based activities that support physical wellness, social connection, and stress relief.
- Skill-Building & Reflection: Journaling, group challenges, and community projects foster empathy, accountability, and life skills—helping adolescents translate insight into positive action.
Each experiential therapy complements traditional behavioral health services, providing a holistic approach that promotes emotional resilience, identity development, and lasting well-being for young people.
Family-Integrated Mental Health Care
At Muir Wood Teen in Penngrove, adolescent mental health recovery happens in the context of relationships. Family involvement is central to care: parents and caregivers engage in weekly family therapy, receive consistent updates from their teen’s mental health professionals, and learn strategies to manage behavioral issues, reduce conflict, and strengthen connection at home.
Our team guides families in responding to self-harm, anxiety disorders, or mood fluctuations with empathy while reinforcing structure that supports stability and well-being. Even after residential programs conclude, care continues through coordinated outpatient referrals, 16 weeks of parent coaching, and alumni support—helping teens maintain emotional balance, coping skills, and confidence as they return to daily life. The goal is lasting growth for teens and family members, ensuring treatment outcomes extend beyond the residential setting.
Hear From Families Just Like You
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.
Types of Therapy
Every teen’s residential treatment plan at Muir Wood Teen in Penngrove is customized to their specific emotional, behavioral, and academic needs. Our licensed mental health professionals use a trauma-informed approach that addresses both underlying causes and presenting symptoms, while actively involving family members to strengthen home support. Programs are tailored for adolescents experiencing mental health disorders such as ADHD, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, trauma, disordered eating, or co-occurring substance use. This individualized approach helps young people build coping skills, confidence, and resilience that extend into daily life.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Guides teens to identify unhelpful thinking patterns, challenge negative self-beliefs, and develop healthier coping strategies.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Teaches emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and effective communication to manage intense feelings and prevent self-harm.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Encourages mindfulness and values-based choices, helping teens act in line with their goals even in stressful situations.
Trauma-Informed Therapy & Seeking Safety
Provides a safe, structured environment for processing trauma or emotional distress at an appropriate pace, promoting self-trust and stability.
Mindfulness & Experiential Therapies
Integrates art, movement, and outdoor activities to reduce anxiety, enhance self-awareness, and strengthen focus and expression.
Process & Psychoeducation Groups
Focuses on problem-solving, communication, and education about mental health, substance use, and healthy daily routines.
Family Therapy Sessions
Engage parents and caregivers directly, improving communication, rebuilding trust, and ensuring skills learned in residential care carry over to home life.
Learn more by downloading our IOP flier
What Happens After Residential Treatment?
At Muir Wood Teen in Penngrove, care doesn’t end when residential treatment concludes. We provide comprehensive post-treatment support to help teens successfully transition to daily life. Families and adolescents may continue progress through:
- Step down into our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) or outpatient care for ongoing support.
- Referrals to individual therapy or psychiatric care as needed.
- Alumni check-ins and virtual teen support groups to maintain peer connection and accountability.
- A 16-week parent aftercare program at no cost, providing practical tools for reinforcing emotional regulation, coping skills, and healthy communication at home.
This continuum of care ensures that teens and their families stay supported, continue skill-building, and maintain long-term wellness beyond residential treatment.
Serving Penngrove and the North Bay Region
Nestled at the foot of the western flank of Sonoma Mountain, Muir Wood Teen in Penngrove provides a safe, structured residential environment for adolescents across the North Bay—including Sonoma, Marin, and Napa counties. With 24/7 clinical supervision, on-site academics, and compassionate mental health services, our program supports teens in building resilience, managing anxiety disorders, behavioral issues, and co-occurring mental health conditions, and developing the skills needed for lasting growth. Families trust Muir Wood Teen to offer guidance, structure, and a nurturing space where young people can reflect, heal, and reconnect with themselves and those they love.