Adolescent Treatment
Know the Signs of a Mental Health Disorder
Have you noticed any behavior changes in your child? Whether it’s been happening suddenly or has been going on for a while, these might be signs of a mental health condition and help is needed right away. Some symptoms to look for include:
- Inappropriate anger
- Excessive anxiety or worry
- Difficulty concentrating
- Being easily overwhelmed
- Changes in weight and appetite
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
- Feeling easily criticized or rejected
- Defies or refuses to comply with rules
- Increased/decreased energy or activity levels
- Frequent changes in relationships, image, goals or values
- Intense emotions
- Depressed mood
- Panic attacks
- Distorted sense of self
- Loss of interest, isolation
- Changes in sleep patterns, nightmares
- Abandonment of friends
- Missing school frequently
- Body or stomach aches without physical cause
- Self-harm or mention of hurting themselves
Conditions We Treat
If you already know the mental health diagnosis of your child, contact us today so we can get them into the right program. If not, explore which mental health disorders we treat – as well as co-occurring disorders – and get a better understanding of what your loved one may be going through.
Anxiety
Anxiety and related disorders take a mental and physical toll.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder can send you into extreme highs and intense lows.
Co-Occurring Disorder
When two disorders are present, it’s important to treat them both.
Depression
Depression is a serious medical issue with physical and mental symptoms.
Reactive Attachment Disorder
RAD is a childhood mental health disorder that can last a lifetime.
Self-Harm
Self-harm, the practice of harming oneself, is associated with many different conditions.
Trauma
Our programs are designed to help survivors of trauma come to terms with their past.
How We Can Help Your Child
Treatment at Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program puts safety, personalization and expert support at the heart of what we do. We accept patients as young as 10 and when they’re in our care, this is what you and your child can expect:
We measure 27 wellness indicators, before, during and after treatment, to ensure that patients stay on track with managing their mental wellbeing.
Get top-quality care in the comfort of your own home with flexible online mental health treatment; find customizable care at our in-person intensive outpatient (IOP) and partial hospitalization (PHP) programs; or get comprehensive and secure care 24/7 in one of our residential treatment centers (RTC).
Focusing on mental health treatment and studies is possible through Discovery’s School Support Program for patients within our RTC level of care.
Measurement-based care
We measure 27 wellness indicators, before, during and after treatment, to ensure that patients stay on track with managing their mental wellbeing.
Personalized treatment
Online and in-person levels of care
Evidence-based treatment
School Support Program
Discovery for Life™
What to Expect When You Begin the Admission Process
- A quick verification of your insurance.
- Detailed discussion about your benefits and what’s covered.
- A clinical assessment to determine which level of care is appropriate for your child.
- Filling out admission forms.
- A meeting with an admissions counselor before entering a program.
A Day in the Life at Discovery Mood & Anxiety
Patients receive care 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
7 a.m. Wake up
3:45 p.m. Recreational activity
7:30 a.m. Light snack
4:30 p.m. Relationship & communication skills
8 a.m. Therapeutic group
5:30 p.m. Dinner
9:45 a.m. School work
6 p.m. Clean up
11 a.m. Therapeutic group
6:30 p.m. School work
12 p.m. Lunch
7:30 p.m. Coping skills
12:30 p.m. Clean up
8:30 p.m. Snack
1 p.m. Process group
9 p.m. Get ready for bed
2:30 p.m. Snack
9:30 p.m. Room time
2:45 p.m. School work
10 p.m. Sleep
Patients receive care six hours per day, five days per week.
11:45 a.m. Lunch
Patients receive care three hours per day, three to five days per week.
4:30 p.m. Process group
Residential Treatment
Patients receive care 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
7 a.m. Wake up
3:45 p.m. Recreational activity
7:30 a.m. Light snack
4:30 p.m. Relationship & communication skills
8 a.m. Therapeutic group
5:30 p.m. Dinner
9:45 a.m. School work
6 p.m. Clean up
11 a.m. Therapeutic group
6:30 p.m. School work
12 p.m. Lunch
7:30 p.m. Coping skills
12:30 p.m. Clean up
8:30 p.m. Snack
1 p.m. Process group
9 p.m. Get ready for bed
2:30 p.m. Snack
9:30 p.m. Room time
2:45 p.m. School work
10 p.m. Sleep
Partial Hospitalization
Patients receive care six hours per day, five days per week.
2:45 p.m. Check-out & commitments
11:45 a.m. Lunch
Online or In-Person Intensive Outpatient
Patients receive care three hours per day, three to five days per week.
6:15 p.m. Check-out & commitments
4:30 p.m. Process group
Adolescent Treatment Locations
How Parents Can Be Involved with Treatment
Real Patient Results
Discovery Mood & Anxiety truly changes lives. Using our measurement-based approach – verified by Mass General Brigham, a teaching hospital of Harvard – former patients have reported the following:
97%
know when to ask for assistance instead of isolating.
believe they can meet their personal goals after going through treatment.
95%
believe they can handle what happens in life.
What Parents Have Said About Their Child’s Treatment
See What Discovery Can Do for Your Child
Treatment Can Start Now
Our safe and compassionate treatment program gives you the tools you need to manage a mental health disorder. Get in touch with us and start your journey to a fulfilling life.
Your Journey to Mental Wellness Starts Today
Take the first step toward lasting mental health management with Discovery. Our admissions team is available 24/7 to answer your questions and verify your insurance coverage.