Adolescents age 12-18 (age 18 is eligible if still in high school or other GED-type program) 

Intensive after-school therapeutic program is for adolescents experiencing moderate to severe problems including anxiety, depression, mood swings, frequent peer or family conflicts, experimentation with drugs or alcohol, aggressiveness, conduct disturbance, and academic problems. 

Moderate to severe emotional disturbances including, but not limited to depression, bipolar disorder, suicidal threats, anxiety disorders, aggression, impulsivity, behavior disturbances, homicidal threats, school phobia or other avoidance behaviors, mild to moderate substance use, eating disorders, and severe peer or family conflicts.

• Individual Therapy
• Group Therapy
• Multi-Family Group
• Family Therapy
• Psychiatric Evaluation
• Mediation Management
• Case Management
• Crisis Intervention
• Information/Referrals
• Psychoeducation, Wellness, and Expressive Therapy
• Discharge Planning

Eligibility	ADMISSION CRITERIA: Your adolescent requires more structure and support than is provided via individual therapy or they are transitioning from an acute care setting (Inpatient or Partial Hospitalization) Your adolescent is willing to participate in group treatment and abide by the program policies and rules The family is willing to commit to participation in the Intake Assessment, weekly family sessions and the treatment and discharge planning process Your adolescent has been diagnosed with a DSM-5 Diagnosis Your adolescent has a co-existing substance abuse issue, but not a primary diagnosis of dependence
Age Groups	Adolescents
Health Services	Behavioral / Mental Health ADHD / ADD Anger Management Anxiety Behavioral Depression Family Conflict & Distress Mental Health Self-Injury Teen Issues
Payment Options	Medicaid Private / Commercial Insurance Self Pay
Areas Served	Hunterdon County Mercer County Middlesex County Morris County Somerset County Warren County

Last Updated: 03/23/24