Our Clients: The adolescents we serve are intelligent and capable, yet they often use these skills to manipulate as a means to externally manage their emotions. Our relational approach to teen mental health treatment aims to align with our clients, helping them recognize that we are here to support, not punish them. We avoid point- or level-based systems that superficially reward behavioral changes and place an emphasis on addressing the deeper mental and emotional health issues that drive the behaviors.

Adapting to a Changing World: Today’s teens navigate a complex landscape vastly different from that of previous generations. The rapid development of technology, particularly cell phones, social media, and the internet, has accelerated their exposure to the world. Larger issues, such as climate change and social inequalities, weigh heavily on the younger generations. As a result, teens are growing up faster than ever. Paradigm teen treatment has evolved alongside these changes, tailoring our residential treatment programs to address these and other contemporary challenges.

What We Treat

Paradigm’s adolescent inpatient mental health facilities have programs designed to meet the diverse needs of teens. While we provide care for anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and PTSD/trauma, we also address additional mental health concerns, including:

• Co-occurring Disorders
• ADD/ADHD
• Mood Disorders
• Social Media Addiction
• Loss and Grief
• Substance Use Disorder (a part of Dual Diagnosis Treatment)
• Bipolar Disorder
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Suicidal Ideation
• Personality Disorders

Other Issues (including Adoption and Divorce-related issues, Anger Management, and Self Injury, among others)

 

A Closer Look at Paradigm’s Teen Treatment Methods

Tailored Treatment Plans: Every teen’s treatment looks different at Paradigm Treatment, which is something we pride ourselves in. While every experience is unique, our commitment to addressing the specific mental health needs of each adolescent remains constant.

Therapeutic Approach: In therapy, our therapists strive to help adolescents ages 12-17 address what they’re experiencing, such as symptoms, feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, as well as the underlying habits and beliefs that may exist beneath the surface. Our therapists are dedicated to helping teens understand, confront, and sometimes accept their mental and behavioral health challenges.

Medication Management: Navigating medication is another critical aspect of teen mental illness treatment. While medication should never be the first resort, it is an important piece that must be addressed. At Paradigm, we closely monitor and adjust medications as needed. Our program psychiatrist will consult with parents before making any medication changes. Whether a teen is continuing medication or starting a new regimen, our goal is to provide comprehensive support for the entire family throughout their stay.

Family Integration: While we are a teen residential treatment facility, meaning they stay in our care, our work with each teen still includes their family. We know how challenging it is to be a parent when your child is in crisis. We engage parents in individual and family sessions to offer support, acknowledge their experiences, and guide them in effectively supporting their teens. Our Parent Effectiveness training equips parents with the tools and communication strategies needed to foster a supportive environment.

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