Trusted Teen Treatment for Mental Health & Substance Use Issues
Muir Wood Teen Treatment is a leader in adolescent mental and behavioral health that offers both outpatient and residential treatment programs in the state of California. Our programs are guided by clinical teams that specialize in co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. We believe that treating the whole person—both their behavioral health and underlying mental state—leads to better outcomes for life-long healing.
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Residential Primary Mental Health Programs
Our residential mental health program supports teens ages 12–17 in a safe, structured environment across multiple campuses in California. Designed for youth experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, or self-harming behaviors, the program integrates personalized clinical care with academic support and family involvement. Teens benefit from a full team of licensed therapists, psychiatrists, and nurses who work collaboratively to promote emotional healing and healthy development.
Key Features:
- 24/7 clinical oversight in a home-like setting
- Individual, group, and family therapy
- On-campus, accredited education programs
- Trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment plans
Dual‑Diagnosis Residential & Intensive Outpatient Program
For teens navigating both substance use and mental health concerns, our dual-diagnosis program offers highly personalized support through either residential or intensive outpatient care. Treatment focuses on uncovering root causes, building healthier coping mechanisms, and supporting long-term recovery. Teens work with licensed clinicians and board-certified psychiatrists in an immersive, nature-rich setting that encourages whole-person healing. Programs range from 30 to 90+ days, based on clinical need.
Program Highlights:
- Integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders
- Relapse prevention and emotional regulation skills
- Family therapy and discharge planning
- Medication management and academic continuity
Why Families Trust Muir Wood
Choosing treatment for a teen is one of the most difficult decisions a family can face—and we’re here to make that journey a little lighter. Muir Wood was built around a simple belief: teens heal best when they’re surrounded by compassionate experts who understand the full picture—mental health, substance use, family dynamics, school, and self-worth.
With gender-specific campuses, small caseloads, and board-certified clinicians on-site daily, we provide highly personalized care in a safe, structured, and nurturing environment. Our outcomes speak for themselves, but it’s our heart and commitment to each teen’s future that families remember most.
Safe, Supportive Spaces for Teen Healing
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.
“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
Our Locations
Northern California
- Girls Dual-Diagnosis Treatment – Petaluma, CA
- Boys Dual-Diagnosis Treatment – Petaluma, CA
- Girls Mental Health Treatment – Penngrove, CA
- Boys & Girls Outpatient Services – Petaluma, CA
Central California
- Girls Dual-Diagnosis Treatment – Clovis, CA
- Boys Dual-Diagnosis Treatment – Clovis, CA
- Boys & Girls Outpatient Services – Clovis, CA
Southern California
- Girls Dual-Diagnosis Treatment – Riverside, CA
- Boys Dual-Diagnosis Treatment – Riverside, CA
FAQs
Our team is led by Dr. Ian Wolds who serves as Chief Clinical Officer. He oversees our multi-disciplinary staff of board-certified psychiatrists, licensed therapists, chemical dependency counselors, registered nurses, and clinical support staff. Learn more about Muir Wood’s clinical leadership and staff.
Muir Wood specializes in treating teens struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and other mental health challenges. Our comprehensive programs address both mental health and substance use disorders, with support through integrated treatment for co-occurring conditions. We carefully assess each teen to confirm whether our program matches their needs. Learn more about the conditions we treat.
Our structured daily schedule includes individual and group therapy, academic studies, life skills development, and therapeutic recreation. Teens participate in therapy sessions, attend academic support sessions, and enjoy experiential activities that bolster health and wellness in support of long-term recovery.
Our small program size allows multiple weekly therapy sessions, including individual, group, and family therapy. This allows teens to address sensitive underlying issues with their primary therapist.
These terms are often used interchangeably but have important distinctions. While inpatient treatment usually describes short-term, hospital-based care, residential treatment refers to care provided in a home-like setting where individuals live on-site during a treatment stay of 30 to 90 days. Residential treatment’s focus is on longer-term healing and personal growth. Learn more about residential vs. inpatient treatment.
Adolescent treatment requires a very different approach that focuses on “habilitation”, or teaching psychosocial skills, rather than rehabilitation. Teens need specialized support in developing healthy coping mechanisms, while adults often build on pre-existing recovery skills. Teen treatment also considers developmental differences and the high correlation between substance use and co-occurring mental health issues in adolescents. Treating teens requires a team of specialists trained in treating the unique mental health and substance use conditions that affect teens.
Absolutely. Every teen’s treatment at Muir Wood is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which ensures privacy. Just as medical records are protected with their physician at home, they are also protected at Muir Wood. Additionally, all Muir Wood residents, parents, and visitors sign a confidentiality agreement upon admission or arrival. Our privacy policy is available here.
Yes, we provide gender-separate treatment to support a more focused healing environment. This allows adolescents to be more open about personal challenges, build strong peer connections, and work through sensitive issues without the pressures, drama, or distraction inherent in co-ed treatment settings.
Yes, residents of Muir Wood’s residential dual-diagnosis programs attend youth-oriented 12-Step meetings in the community each week. These meetings introduce teens to positive peer groups and recognize that recovery can be both meaningful and enjoyable. Meeting other young people committed to sober living helps teens build support networks that last beyond treatment. Learn more about introduction to the 12-Step program.
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