Complete support for adolescents 12 to 17 years

Residential Mental Health Treatment for Utah Teens

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A home-like environment where they’ll feel safe & secure

Highly specialized teen therapists & clinicians

They’ll learn to prioritize and manage their mental health

A mental health retreat for Utah’s troubled teens

When considering a residential treatment program outside of Utah, safety and comfortable are top priorities. Avery’s House is a secure, nurturing, non-judgemental space where they can feel comfortable opening up.

Convenient Location

  • Accessible by car (5 hrs) or by plane (1 hr) to families in Utah, making it easy to stay connected during your child's stay.

New Perspective

  • A change of environment can help teens break free from problematic routines, providing space and time to get better.

Structured Routine

  • A structured routine that includes therapy, education, activities, and rest to develop discipline and healthy habits.

Convenient Location

  • Accessible by car (5 hrs) or by plane (1 hr) to families in Utah, making it easy to stay connected during your child's stay.

New Perspective

  • A change of environment can help teens break free from problematic routines, providing space and time to get better.

Structured Routine

  • A structured routine that includes therapy, education, activities, and rest to develop discipline and healthy habits.

At Avery’s House we evaluate, diagnose & stabilize a variety of mental health conditions like:

  • Depression & Bipolar Disorder
  • Suicidal & Self-Harm Thoughts
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bullying & Victimization
  • ADHD or Attention Difficulties
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Mood Swings & Anger
  • PTSD

Note: We do not work with aggressive and violent behaviors, extreme substance use with criminal background, adjudicated teens, fire starters, severe sexual dysfunction or any other extreme diagnosis.

Committed to Your Teen's Wellness

Our dedication to your teenager’s well-being starts with our meticulous recruitment of team members. We carefully select empathetic and skilled professionals who undergo comprehensive background checks and rigorous training. They’re always available to provide the essential support and comfort you need during this critical stage of your teenager’s life.

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Clinical Director

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Executive Director

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Salt Lake City, Utah

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Getting to Avery’s House from Utah

  • By Car: The most common route from Salt Lake City, Utah to Boise, Idaho is via I-84 W, a distance of about 345 miles. The journey takes approximately 5 to 6 hours, depending on traffic and speed.
  • By Air: Flying is the quickest option. Non-stop flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Boise Airport usually take around 1 to 1.5 hours. Including check-in and travel to and from the airports, the total journey typically takes 3-4 hours.
  • By Bus: This is the most time-consuming method. Greyhound operates a service from Salt Lake City to Boise which can take anywhere from 7 to 10 hours, including layovers and transfer times.

The Avery's House teen residential program might be the right choice if…

  • They need to step away from their home, school, or social surroundings to fully focus on their mental well-being.
  • They've recently concluded, or are close to concluding, a hospital-based psychological stabilization program.
  • After trying outpatient programs, it was determined that they require more structure and support.

Help for troubled teens in Utah

Avery’s House recognizes the growing need for tailored mental health programs for teenagers in Utah. Our teen residential program has demonstrated its effectiveness in improving adolescents’ overall wellness. We achieve this by:

  • Teaching them coping and emotional regulation skills tailored to their specific case and needs
  • Helping them repair relationships with family and friends
  • Developing healthier routines and habits that allow them to live a more fulfilling lifestyle
  • Improving their self-esteem and overall outlook
  • Resolving underlying traumas and emotional issues

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Director of Community Relations

Lasting behavioral change requires comprehensive support & personal accountability

Our goal is to help your child make positive and lasting behavioral changes by providing them with effective coping strategies, a dependable support network, and emphasizing self-responsibility for their mental well-being. As part of the holistic teen residential program, some of the services provided include:

Family Involvement

  • We keep families involved in their child's treatment by providing regular updates, family therapy sessions, and aftercare planning to help them transition smoothly back to life at home.

Academic Services

  • We offer convenient schooling options to prevent academic setbacks and equip teens with practical life skills necessary for effectively managing various aspects of their school life.

Medication Managment

  • Based on clinicial recommendation, we provide medication management services, supplementing therapy to guarantee more effective treatment outcomes as needed.

Family Involvement

  • We keep families involved in their child's treatment by providing regular updates, family therapy sessions, and aftercare planning to help them transition smoothly back to life at home.

Academic Services

  • We offer convenient schooling options to prevent academic setbacks and equip teens with practical life skills necessary for effectively managing various aspects of their school life.

Medication Managment

  • Based on clinicial recommendation, we provide medication management services, supplementing therapy to guarantee more effective treatment outcomes as needed.

Additional Therapeutic Services Included

Each one is carefully designed to further support and enhance your child’s journey toward improved mental health.

  • Weekly individual sessions
  • Case management
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Art & music therapies
  • Community-based activities
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Child psychologist
  • Aftercare planning & outpatient services
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Paying for treatment with insurance

Concerned about how to pay for your teen’s residential treatment? We work with most major insurance providers to help decrease your personal out-of-pocket cost. Contact us to see if your provider will your child’s treatment.