When substance use starts to interfere with your child’s ability to function at home, at school, or with friends, it’s a sign they need professional help and a safe place to heal. Residential treatment offers that environment—structured, compassionate, and guided by experts who understand what your family is going through.
Clinically reviewed by
Dr. Ian Wolds Psy.D.
Last reviewed on July 29, 2026
At Muir Wood Teen’s residential program in Fresno, your teen receives individualized, evidence-based care for mental health and substance use disorders. For the duration of the program, your teen will be cared for by a multidisciplinary team of therapists, psychiatrists, and educators who specialize in adolescent recovery. Treatment includes individual and group therapy, many family sessions, and dedicated academic support that helps your teen rebuild confidence, maintain school progress, and strengthen the family connection that supports lasting change.
Care is delivered on gender-separate campuses, in safe, focused environments where teens can connect with peers who share similar lived experiences. Every teen—including those who are transgender, nonbinary, or exploring their identity—receives individualized, affirming support that honors who they are.
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 appreciated the support my child and our family received throughout the treatment time.
KP
Jul 2026
Kyla is doing so much better.
AM
Jul 2026
Lily was great as therapist. Lots of good Group Sessions.
CR
Jul 2026
My son stayed for 90 days, I am impressed at the young man he has become here. I am so proud of him and all the staff I have interacted with have been phenonemal. Especially, Anthony! He was key in his transformation and will be missed.
JP
Jul 2026
The staff at Muir supported our 15 year old son with professional expertise and with heart. We are very grateful for all the coping skills our son learned at Muir, and we observe him applying these skills to maintain his sobriety.
GH
Jul 2026
Intense therapy with results Family therapy Individual therapy Aftercare resources Parent meeting
LH
Jul 2026
All staff are kind and genuinely concerned for the wellbeing of our son. We felt our son was safe and in a place that would facilitate his growth. We are eternally grateful for you. Thank you.
Kind staff kept our son safe and growing
Jul 2026
Great structure, quality of program. Good staff. Great therapist Lia and Psychiatrist Dr. Barrios. The professionalism of everyone enhanced the program to a high degree. We felt that we were lead by people that knew how to guide our child and us to a better place.
SG
Jul 2026
*Please note that at this time, we are not in network with Medicaid/Medi-Cal
At our Fresno campus, teens find the balance of structure and support needed to regain stability and confidence. The calm Central Valley setting helps them focus on recovery while staying connected to compassionate staff and peers who understand what they’re going through.
Trained residential staff and licensed clinicians are available day and night. Teens are never alone in their journey—they’re guided, monitored, and supported every step of the way to ensure safety and steady progress.
Predictable routines help teens regulate emotions and regain control. Therapy, daily goals, and consistent rhythms form a foundation for long-term growth and confidence.
Fresno’s residential homes are designed to feel comfortable and welcoming, offering space for reflection without isolation. Teens experience care in a setting that feels more like a supportive community than a facility.
Shared group activities and therapy sessions help teens form friendships rooted in understanding and accountability—learning to lean on others and build connections in healthy ways.
Residential treatment in Fresno helps teens find calm, purpose, and belonging in a structured, nurturing environment.
What sets Muir Wood apart isn’t treatment alone—it’s the precision of our teamwork. Every morning, psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, teachers, and recovery counselors meet to review each teen’s progress, cross-check clinical data, and adapt treatment plans in real time. That collaboration means academic instructors know how therapy themes are evolving, and therapists understand where a student is excelling or struggling in class. It’s a system built on accountability and alignment—so care feels coordinated rather than compartmentalized. Through that structure, teens experience consistency, parents feel informed, and outcomes last long after discharge.
Our Fresno campuses provide focused, family-centered environments in the Central Valley. Each day, teens participate in therapy and academics at a central hubs designed for concentration and connection before returning to separate, home-style residences. The open, restorative setting helps teens put structure into practice—staying on track academically while developing healthy routines that prepare them for success beyond treatment.
Residential Treatment — Clovis, CA
Teen girls receive dual-diagnosis care for mental health and substance use challenges in Clovis—a tranquil foothill setting at the gateway to California’s majestic Sierra Nevada.
Residential Treatment — Clovis, CA
Dual-diagnosis care for teen boys in Clovis—mental health and substance use treatment at the gateway to California’s Sierra Nevada mountains.
Intensive Outpatient Care — Fresno, CA
Our Clovis Intensive Outpatient treatment for teens in the Fresno area — step-down or direct-admit care with the clinical depth and family focus that define Muir Wood treatment.
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.
Residential Treatment ProgramAn 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.
Intensive Outpatient ProgramSomeone from our admissions team is standing by to help you find the best treatment for your teen.
Routine builds confidence. At Muir Wood Teen’s Fresno campus, each day follows a steady rhythm that gives teens the structure they need to heal, focus, and reconnect with who they are. Our days balance clinical care with academics and restorative time outdoors—because consistency is what helps progress stick.
Programming, offered 3–4 afternoons per week, includes:
*Some individual and family therapy sessions will take place Tuesday and Friday between 4:00-7:00 PM.
Our teen drug treatment program in Fresno uses a holistic mental health-oriented approach that is about more than just kicking a habit, but addressing the underlying mental health and family issues that contribute to a systemic problem that kids and also adults self-medicate to treat, leading to addiction. We help adolescents and families heal from the effects of substance use. You’ll focus on rebuilding confidence, strengthening communication, restoring structure, and so much more—so you and your teen can thrive long after treatment ends.
We provide targeted care for teens struggling with:
Therapy helps teens identify triggers and learn healthier coping mechanisms to manage stress, pressure, and emotional pain.
We treat the impact of marijuana on focus, memory, and motivation, providing tools to reestablish direction and daily balance.
Care centers on regulating mood swings and improving impulse control, with structured routines that support emotional steadiness.
Our clinicians guide teens through the recovery process safely and compassionately, addressing both physical dependence and emotional trauma.
Because substance use and mental health are deeply connected, every treatment plan includes co-occurring disorder support and family involvement for complete, lasting change.
At Muir Wood Teen, we believe lasting recovery begins with family. Parents and caregivers play an essential role in every stage of treatment—from the first call to discharge and beyond. You’ll have multiple touchpoints per week, join family therapy sessions, receive regular progress updates, attend parent classes, and learn communication and boundary-setting techniques to restore stability and trust at home.
When it’s time to transition, we coordinate care with outside providers to ensure your teen continues progressing in a supportive environment. Our 16-week parent coaching program and alumni network keep families engaged, educated, and connected long after treatment ends—because healing doesn’t happen in isolation.
Residential treatment provides the time, safety, and structure your teen needs to make meaningful progress when outpatient services or weekly therapy aren’t enough. Living on campus with 24/7 supervision, teens receive individual therapy, academic support, and consistent daily routines that promote stability. Families stay involved through therapy, education, and ongoing communication from our clinical team—ensuring treatment progress continues at home.
Residential care is recommended when a teen’s emotional, behavioral, or substance abuse challenges have become too severe to manage safely at home. Warning signs may include sudden mood changes, self-harm, isolation, or escalating drug or alcohol use. Muir Wood’s Fresno drug rehab program provides comprehensive addiction treatment and mental health treatment for teens ages 12–17, including care for co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Our treatment options are designed to address both the root causes of behavior and the impact on family relationships.
While often referred to as “rehab”, our adolescent residential programs focus on evidence-based, developmentally tailored care rather than just detox or withdrawal management. At Muir Wood Fresno, teens receive trauma-informed psychiatric and therapeutic services such as CBT, DBT, and family systems therapy, delivered by licensed clinicians who specialize in treating youth. Our addiction treatment programs, as well as our mental health programming, also integrate academics and life skills training to help teens strengthen coping strategies and decision-making —skills that extend well beyond treatment.
Most teens stay at Muir Wood for 45–60 days, depending on their clinical needs. Some may benefit from up to 90 days of treatment depending on clinical progress and individual needs. During this time, teens engage in daily group and individual therapy, academic instruction, and supervised peer interaction. Before discharge, our team develops a continuing care plan that may include outpatient services, step-down to an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), or connection to local support services for long-term recovery.
Yes!. Muir Wood Fresno treats both primary mental health conditions (such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and ADHD) and dual diagnosis, including drug abuse involving alcohol, cannabis, stimulants, or opioids. When both are present, our integrated model ensures mental health and substance use are addressed together—not separately—so your teen receives coordinated, compassionate care.
We’re in-network with most commercial insurers and can quickly verify benefits. Before admission, your coordinator will explain any deductibles, co-pays, or co-insurance. If we’re out-of-network, we can often pursue single-case agreements and provide documentation for reimbursement. While we do not currently accept Medicaid, our admissions team helps families understand all treatment options available to reduce financial stress and focus on healing.
