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Young Adult Mental Health Treatment in San Rafael

Paradigm Treatment’s residential young adult mental health treatment program is located in San Rafael, CA prides itself on offering a thorough treatment experience for our clients, ages 18-26. While our program is fundamentally oriented toward mental health, we do not overlook the importance of treating behavioral issues. Addressing substance use, self-harm, school avoidance, or various other negative coping skills is a priority.

We aim to extend high-quality treatment to as many families as possible by contracting with major insurance providers. When not in-network, we work extensively with out-of-network benefits to support families. If you’d like to get a better understanding of your insurance coverage, fill out our insurance verification form.

Please see more details about our San Rafael residential mental health facilities for young adults to better understand how we can serve you and/or your family.

Intensive Individual and group therapy are the cornerstones of our mental health treatment.

Our specialized program for young adults struggling with mental, emotional, and behavioral difficulties is short-term but intensive. It includes four individual therapy sessions each week, multiple group therapy sessions every day, and an important family therapy aspect. Our comprehensive care extends to experiential therapies, a range of physical activities, and support in nutrition and academics.

Of all the psychotherapeutic methods that we employ, regular individual therapy 4 times per week is a cornerstone of our program. Daily sessions with a therapist in an intimate, one-on-one setting empower our clients to further process their traumas and personal issues.

This therapeutic schedule allows our residents to crystallize the work they are doing in other aspects of our program. Through our approach, our residents can gain vital insights not only into their issues but also into how those are being metabolized and addressed within the boundaries of our program.

Young adults at Paradigm Treatment also attend regular group counseling sessions multiple times per day, which can be a very impactful process for healing and growth. All humans are social animals, but the need for relational connection, recognition, and interpersonal growth seems to be heightened during adolescence and young adulthood. The relief, strength, and courage that our clients discover in group therapy can happen in just a few moments, but the positive impact of those moments can last a lifetime.

At Paradigm Treatment, we understand the profound connection between our clients and their families. As such, weekly individual family counseling, as well as multi-family group counseling sessions, are carefully woven into the fabric of our therapeutic processes. Inasmuch as we treat the whole individual in every aspect of our residential treatment program, the familial context for clients in our program is of fundamental importance. Just as we evaluate our clients from a holistic perspective, so do we assess the dynamics taking place in our families, as these dynamics can set the stage for healing long after our program has been completed.

We also work with families by providing therapeutic support, guidance, and resources designed to arm our clients with the skills and tools they need as they return home. Our aim is to empower not just the client but their immediate circle of support for life after Paradigm.

We rely on several evidence-based therapies to assist our clients in gaining a better understanding of who they are and the challenges they face. Our therapeutic program is designed to not only enable young adults to gain insight into their issues and challenges but also arm them with viable coping strategies and skills that will stay with them for a lifetime.

As such, we rely on a carefully tailored blend of trauma-informed and mindfulness-based therapies. We offer psychoeducation and Family Systems therapy. These modalities have been proven in countless studies to create powerful, long-lasting changes in various age groups, and this is no different for teen and young adult populations.

Types of Therapeutic Approaches at Paradigm Treatment

Various types of therapy can promote mental health. We offer a number of counseling types here at Paradigm, including the following:

  • Art therapy
  • Recreational therapy
  • Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-based CBT
  • Drama therapy
  • Music therapy

Mental illnesses can affect people in very different ways. This is why offering a range of therapeutic approaches is essential. Here at Paradigm, we determine the best type of counseling for our residents, treating each individual with respect and understanding of their needs.

The young adults who come to our facility for mental health treatment receive a medical evaluation during their initial assessment upon enrollment. This evaluation process allows us to understand our client’s physical functioning and overall health status.

It is possible that youth who suffer from emotional health challenges may be at greater risk for developing physical health problems than young people who do not have emotional health issues. The stress young men and women encounter when struggling with mental health challenges can lead to various physical struggles.

Additionally, young adults who have certain medical conditions may require specific care approaches. They may need to avoid medications that intensify their symptoms. Or, they may need to incorporate specific foods into their diets.

Our medical evaluation can help us make informed decisions about the treatment process for our residents. It gives us the opportunity to set young adults on the path to a healthier emotional life.

Our psychiatric evaluation process for young adults can last anywhere from several hours to several days. We perform this thorough evaluation to ensure we get a clear understanding of our residents’ mental health challenges and how they all connect.

The psychiatric evaluation stage allows us to recognize the presence of co-occurring disorders or any other symptoms and issues a young person may have. This evaluation lays a foundation for the rest of the mental health treatment process. It allows us to make the best treatment plans for our clients and provide them with the tools and skills they need for a more fulfilling life.

Our psychological testing process for young adults provides us with the most precise diagnosis. Our thorough testing process eliminates the possibility of misdiagnosing our residents or completely overlooking issues that may be deeply rooted.

This teen psychological testing also allows us to recognize the needs of the young people in our care. Through this testing period, we can understand their desires, interests, and strengths. In turn, this helps us develop the best treatment approaches for those in our treatment program.

We believe residential programs for young adults with depression, anxiety, and other issues should involve treatment for the whole person. Even the everyday life choices of those in treatment should change for the better.

There are multiple reasons why we conduct a nutritional evaluation as part of our initial intake process. First, we can use this evaluation to help stabilize any mood disorders, emotional dysregulation, or other issues related to food. Additionally, our nutritional evaluation can be used to educate young adults on the value of healthy eating habits for their emotional, physical, and mental health.

Comprehensive Evaluation Services

At our residential young adult mental health treatment centers in San Rafael, CA, we carry out extensive evaluations. Every young person who comes to us has specific needs, and through our evaluation processes, we ascertain the most appropriate treatment methods for each of our clients.

Conditions We Treat

Our treatment centers for young adults address a wide range of mental, emotional, and behavioral health concerns. With our personalized treatment plans, we can customize the program to meet the unique requirements of each client. Learn more about some of the conditions we treat:

Treatment Covered By Insurances

At Paradigm Treatment, accessibility matters. We are in-network with major insurance providers and are committed to extending high-quality treatment to as many families as possible. Unfortunately, we cannot currently accept medical or Medicare coverage.

We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

If you have any questions about our unique approach to young adult mental health treatment or would like to inquire about treatment for your child or a client, please contact us today.

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