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Village Behavioral Health specializes in helping children, ages 13-17, who are struggling with mental health and/or addiction issues.
We are a residential treatment center and alcohol and drug treatment center with a strong academic program addressing the emotional and educational needs of the child.
Located on a 65-acre campus in the foothills of The Great Smoky Mountains, just minutes from Knoxville Tennessee, this quiet location is an ideal setting for adolescents to begin facing their difficulties free from distractions.
We are located on a peninsula outstretching into the Tennessee River.
•Mood Disorders such as Depression, Bipolar, and Anxiety
•Chemical Dependence and/or abuse of Alcohol and Drugs.
•Trauma from Physical, Emotional, or Sexual Abuse
•Personality Disorders
•Behavioral Disorders and other Behavioral Problems
•Difficulty in School Environment
Treatment Process:
The goal of our program is to help the adolescent to make better
choices through helping them have an understanding of how their
poor choices have affected them. We capitalize on the
adolescents’ strengths and assist them in being able to make the
changes necessary to make positive choices to establish a more
healthy future. We provide a safe, secure, and Serene
setting to allow treatment to truly begin. Family involvement
is essential to make lasting change. For the adolescent to
get the full benefit of our program, the family must be active
participants in the treatment process. Family Therapy occurs
on a regular basis and is a critical part of our program to ensure
long-term success of the child. Village Behavioral Health’s
Alcohol & Drug Program follows the 12-step model and utilizes local
12-step groups. Each child begins their treatment within the
12-step model and engages in both on-campus and off campus
groups. Adolescents are also introduced to relapse prevention
and guided in gaining control over their substance abuse and
addiction. Village Behavioral Health provides 24-hour
supervision and an intensive therapeutic experience.
Adolescents engage in individual therapy, group therapy, family
therapy, activity therapy, a vocational program, and a full
academic program during their stay with Village Behavioral
Health. Each child receives an individualized treatment plan
addressing his or her specific needs. At admission,
adolescents become members of a group. This group supports
each other in a positive way to allow each individual adolescent to
learn positive social skills.
The Educational Experience:
The Village Academy is a school accredited through the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). We provide both
general and special education services. With a small
student-to-teacher ratio, Village Behavioral Health Academy can
create a positive academic experience for students who previously
have known frustration and failure. The Village Academy staff
care about young people and have dedicated themselves to mentoring
students to become positive and productive young adults by means of
an encouraging and challenging educational environment.
The Difference:
Through the Serene environment, wrap around treatment approach,
engaging activities, and top-of-the-line education that is provided
to each adolescent, Village Behavioral Health sets themselves apart
as a treatment facility that makes positive change in each child’s
life. Village Behavioral Health has a full high and low ropes
course, pool, vocational program, and recreational activities that
not only challenge each youth but helps them engage into
treatment. The Village Academy offers a fine arts program and
an integrated academic and therapeutic environment.
Admission Process:
All referrals are processed promptly. Referrals can be
submitted via our website at www.VillageBH.com or through calling
(800) 255-TEEN. If the adolescent is not currently in
treatment or has not been evaluated recently, Village Behavioral
Health can make recommendations on how an assessment may be
completed. If the adolescent is currently being treated, the
attending therapist or facility may fax records to (865)
970-1866.
Exclusionary Criteria:
-Full scale IQ below
-70-History of pyromania
-Adjudicated sexual offenders
-Physical or medical conditions that would hinder participation in
vigorous, outdoor activities
Adolescents admitted to Village Behavioral Health are typically
experiencing one or more of the following
problems:
Co-occurring
disorders
Depression, Anxiety, and other Mood
Disorders
Alcohol and/or Drug
Abuse
ADD/ADHD
Trauma and Behaviors resulting from that
Trauma
Self Injurious
Behaviors
Disrespect of
Authority
Inability to Behave Independently and Autonomously
Pattern of Excessive Passivity and Clinging Dependency in
Relationships
Family ProblemsVillage Behavioral Health specializes in
treatment of adolescents with co-occurring disorders who have not
responded to less intensive treatment approaches.
Village Behavioral Health will work with your insurance plan to
maximize benefits that are available. We accept most private
insurance plans, TennCare, NC Medicaid, and other state Medicaid
Plans.
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