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Residential Treatment Programs for Teen Girls

When your teen needs support, finding the right and best care matters. Muir Wood’s residential treatment programs provide comprehensive, specialized care for girls ages 12–17 facing significant mental health and substance use challenges. Our programs provide professional care in a structured environment to give teen girls the support they need to heal and thrive. 

Read our Parents’ Guide to Selecting a Program.

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Understanding Teen Treatment Options

For many families, residential treatment is an appropriate option when their teen needs support beyond outpatient therapy. Muir Wood’s teen residential treatment programs for girls address mental health challenges, including:

  • Mood disorders such as depression and anxiety
  • Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-harm behaviors and suicidal ideation
  • Anger management

Whether your daughter is new to mental healthcare or has tried other treatment approaches, Muir Wood provides tailored treatment to meet the individual needs of these young clients and their families.

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Expert Care in a Nurturing Environment

Our highly credentialed professionals develop individualized treatment plans that are delivered in safe, nurturing, and effective settings designed specifically for teen girls. Muir Wood takes a holistic approach to well-being, combining evidence-based therapeutic modalities with experiential activities such as art, music, yoga, and meditation. 

Every aspect of our treatment programs works to empower teen girls to develop the coping and self-regulation skills they need for a more resilient future. We are committed to enabling a lasting recovery, ensuring healing extends well beyond treatment. 

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17 California Campuses to Best Serve Your Family

We offer specialized treatment campuses for teen girls throughout California. While every teen and family’s needs differ, each campus provides comprehensive, integrated care in supportive settings including: 

Curious what the journey looks like? Watch firsthand accounts from teens who have completed our programs. 

The Gold Standard of Care

Muir Wood adheres to rigorous practice standards and is accredited by The Joint Commission, recognized as the gold standard in healthcare organization accreditation. Our commitment to treatment excellence is reflected in this coveted accreditation of both our girls dual-diagnosis and mental health treatment programs.. 

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Muir Wood: Compassionate Treatment for Teen Girls Starts Here

Taking the first step toward high-quality treatment for your teen is a monumental decision. If you’re currently considering treatment options or are in need of additional guidance, Muir Wood can help. Complete our confidential assessment form so that we can better understand your daughter’s needs and explore the best path forward for her and your family.

“When you call Muir Wood, you will either reach me or one of my staff. Please know that we are 110% committed to helping you find the best treatment for your teen and will hold your hand through the entire process. And if we aren’t an ideal fit for your child, we’ll help you find a program that is.” — Maura “Mo” Sangster, Director of Admissions

Maura “Mo” Sangster
Director of Admissions