24/7 On-Site Care at Evolve
Evolve provides specialized residential treatment programs for adolescents aged 12 to 17 dealing with mental health, alcohol or substance addiction, and behavioral health issues. Our top priority is to provide a safe, structured environment with round-the-clock care and a range of therapeutic activities to ensure a successful recovery.
Our approach to therapy is solution-focused and evidence-based. We are committed to encouraging behavioral change and finding the optimal combination of treatment and support for each individual. Recognizing that every teenager is unique, we personalize treatment plans to their specific needs and goals. We conduct a comprehensive assessment during the admissions process, establish a baseline, and create an Individual Recovery Plan that includes a range of therapeutic approaches to ensure a successful recovery.
When Is Residential Treatment Necessary?
Residential treatment may be necessary in the following situations:
Suicidal Thoughts or Self-Harm
If a teenager is struggling with suicidal thoughts or self-harm, seeking immediate help for their well-being is crucial. Residential treatment centers offer a supportive environment to address these concerns effectively.
Disrupted Daily Life
For individuals with severe depression that impacts their daily life, a residential treatment center is the essential intensive care and support they require.
Environmental Factors
Lifestyle factors and negative environments can contribute to depression. However, residential treatment programs provide a therapeutic environment that facilitates teens to work on deep-rooted issues and positively change their lifestyle.
Programming & Services
Individual Therapy
Three 50-minute individual therapy sessions a week.
Family Therapy
Two family therapy sessions a week.
Group Therapy
A variety of evidence-based therapy groups help adolescents develop and explore interpersonal relationships and work on specific treatment goals. Our program schedule offers a minimum of 15 clinical groups per week.
DBT Skills Training
Adherent DBT Skills Training groups four times weekly. Our group sessions adhere to the structure and teaching methods developed by DBT founder, Marsha Linehan and use an eight-week rotating curriculum that includes key skills from each of the four DBT modules.
Psychiatry & Nursing
Our full-time, board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrists are dedicated to exclusively treating Evolve clients. They provide weekly psychiatric evaluation and are on-call 24/7 for urgent clinical evaluation. Our on-site nurses monitor and tend to our clients’ medical needs.
Outings
We take weekly trips to the beach, movies, special hiking trails, museums, miniature golf courses, and more. If we think an activity is appropriate and beneficial, we include it as a special bonus for hard work and achievement.
Aftercare Planning
Evolve’s therapists and aftercare coordinators work together to provide a detailed transition plan that will support and sustain your teen’s recovery in the months and years following discharge.
Experiential Therapy
Experiential therapies and mindfulness practices help teens increase self-awareness, practice skills, and explore new ways of expressing themselves. Therapies include Equine Therapy, Art Therapy, Psychodrama, Surf, Yoga, and Hiking.
Clinical Approach
DBT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT is an evidence-based treatment designed to treat emotional dysregulation, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, self-harm, and other mental health and/or behavioral issues. It is a structured, skills-based approach that helps people reach their goals and create a life that is experienced as worth living. DBT at Evolve includes adherent DBT Skills Training groups four times weekly.
CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based treatment that has been shown to be effective at treating depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and eating disorders. CBT’s core principle is that thoughts lead to behaviors. According to CBT, individuals carry certain beliefs about themselves, others, and the world. This leads them to think automatically in distressing situations. Many of these automatic thoughts are negative, maladaptive, or generally unhelpful. The therapist’s job is to help the client replace these cognitive distortions with more accurate and helpful thinking patterns. CBT at Evolve includes concrete tools for clients and parents.
MI
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Motivational Interviewing is an evidenced-based practice that combines a person-centered approach and goal-oriented skills. The goal is to understand a client’s personal goals and priorities in life and help them increase their internal motivation for change.
Safety
Licensing & Accreditation
Accredited by CARF and The Joint Commission.Monitoring Methods
We maintain line-of-sight and line-of-hearing policies to ensure that the treatment environment is safe for all clients. Homes are also equipped with surveillance cameras.Staffing Ratios
High staff-to-client ratios provide the supervision and individualized care our teens need for successful treatment and recovery. Ability to provide 1:1 supervision if clinically indicated.Overnight
Our bedrooms are equipped with overnight monitoring systems with sensor stickers. Awake overnight counselors are stationed in the bedroom hallway maintaining line of sight of all bedroom doors, and do 15-minute bed checks, scanning the sensor in each room.Limited Access to Potentially Dangerous Objects
All sharp objects and other potentially dangerous objects are kept under lock and key, and staff conduct regular safety checks and sharps counts. All cabinets, offices, gym facilities, and bedrooms are locked when not in use.Does Residential Treatment Work?
Residential treatment programs for teens represent the highest level of long-term care, enabling lasting behavioral changes. Teens receive comprehensive treatment with 24/7 support and a team of skilled medical professionals, including ongoing medical care, group and individual therapy, 12-step support programs, and enriching educational resources.
What is Residential Treatment Like for Teens?
At Evolve, teens live on-site in small, calming, personalized recovery centers. With a maximum of six residents at a time, we create a therapeutic environment that caters to each individual's specific needs. Our CARF- and Joint Commission-accredited teen treatment programs ensure excellence in all clinical care.
Locations Offering Residential Treatment
Bay Area
San Diego
Los Angeles
Experienced, Professional Staff
Our staff comprises psychiatrists, nurses, licensed therapists, experienced clinicians, masters-level interns, and certified recovery coaches dedicated to providing compassionate care. We understand parenting challenges and are well-equipped to support teenagers facing substance issues, behavioral problems, and emotional difficulties.
Individualized Programs
At Evolve, we create a custom treatment plan for each teenager based on their specific needs and objectives. Our therapy techniques are solution-focused and evidence-based, promoting behavioral transformation by offering the appropriate treatment and support. By conducting a thorough assessment and continuous evaluations, we ensure the recovery plan changes to support the individual’s progress.
Our dedicated team will provide superior care, compassion, and personalized treatment, creating a nurturing space where teens can achieve significant improvements and a more positive future. Reach out to us today to start your journey toward long-lasting recovery.