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We provide thorough teen substance use treatment at Montville Adolescent Center, located just 45 minutes from Harvey Cedars, NJ, offering specialized care for adolescents aged 13-17. Our evidence-based approach includes CBT, DBT, and creative arts therapy, delivered through our distinctive 1:1 staff-to-client ratio that guarantees personalized attention. Our facility features gender-specific housing, academic support through local school partnerships, and three levels of care: medically-supervised detox, residential treatment, and virtual options. Through family therapy sessions and structured support systems, we address both substance use and underlying mental health challenges. Our detailed program specifics reflect our commitment to your teen’s complete recovery journey.
Why Choose Montville Adolescent Center for Your Teen’s Recovery?
Recovery requires a specialized approach when it comes to teens struggling with substance use disorders. At Montville Adolescent Center, we’ve developed an extensive program that combines medical expertise, therapeutic innovation, and educational support to address the unique challenges facing adolescents aged 13-17.
Our facility stands out with its exceptional 1:1 staff-to-client ratio, ensuring personalized attention and care that adapts to each teen’s specific needs. We’ve integrated evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, and creative arts therapy, while maintaining academic continuity through partnerships with local schools.
Located in a serene setting just 45 minutes from Manhattan, our center offers gender-specific housing, private and semi-private rooms, and well-equipped recreational areas, creating an environment where teens can focus on their recovery journey without falling behind in their studies.
To learn more about our facility and read reviews from other parents whose children have completed treatment, visit the Guardian Recovery – Montville Adolescent Center.
For detailed information about our programs and services, check out our Montville Adolescent Center page.
Substance Use Disorders We Treat at Our New Jersey Teen Treatment Center
At Montville Adolescent Center, we treat numerous substance use disorders affecting teens through our extensive detox and residential care programs.
Our experienced clinical team provides thorough treatment for alcohol dependency, opioid use disorders including heroin and prescription painkillers like OxyContin and fentanyl, and benzodiazepine addiction involving medications such as Xanax and Klonopin.
We’re also equipped to address stimulant use disorders, including methamphetamine and cocaine addiction, as well as dependencies on inhalants and marijuana.
Through our personalized treatment approaches, which combine medical supervision, therapeutic interventions, and educational support, we help teens overcome these challenging substance use disorders while addressing any co-occurring mental health conditions that may be present, ensuring a thorough path to recovery.
How We Address Adolescent Behavioral & Mental Health in Treatment
At Montville Adolescent Center, we recognize that many teens struggling with substance use also experience co-occurring mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders.
We integrate evidence-based treatments for anxiety and depression, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, while providing specialized trauma-informed care that addresses Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related conditions.
Through our thorough approach to mental health treatment, we guarantee that each teen receives targeted interventions for their specific behavioral and emotional needs, creating a foundation for lasting recovery and improved well-being.
Our comprehensive programs include teen addiction treatment to ensure that all aspects of their health are addressed.
Anxiety Treatment
The thorough treatment of anxiety at Montville Adolescent Center integrates evidence-based therapies with personalized care strategies.
Through our extensive approach, we utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help teens understand their anxiety triggers and develop effective coping mechanisms.
Our individual and group therapy sessions focus on teaching practical anxiety management techniques, including mindfulness exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and cognitive restructuring.
We’ve found that creative arts therapy provides an additional outlet for teens to express and process their anxiety in non-verbal ways, while our structured daily routine helps establish stability and predictability.
Working closely with families, we create individualized treatment plans that address each teen’s specific anxiety manifestations, ensuring they’re equipped with the tools they need for long-term anxiety management.
Treatment for Depression
While anxiety often intersects with depression in teens, our depression treatment program offers specialized interventions tailored to each adolescent’s needs.
At Montville Adolescent Center, we integrate evidence-based therapies, including CBT and DBT, to help teens identify negative thought patterns and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Through our thorough approach, we incorporate individual therapy sessions, group support, and creative arts therapy to address the multiple facets of adolescent depression.
Our licensed therapists work closely with each teen to understand underlying triggers, while our medical team carefully monitors any prescribed medications.
We’ve found that combining traditional therapeutic methods with expressive activities, such as art and music therapy, allows teens to process their emotions in ways that feel natural and meaningful to them, supporting their journey toward emotional well-being.
Trauma & PTSD
Understanding trauma’s impact on adolescent development guides our specialized treatment approach for teens struggling with PTSD and trauma-related disorders. At Montville Adolescent Center, we integrate trauma-informed CBT and DBT therapies with creative arts expression to help teens process difficult experiences in a safe, supportive environment.
Our therapeutic team employs evidence-based interventions that address both the psychological and physiological effects of trauma, including specialized group sessions focused on developing healthy coping mechanisms.
Through our 1:1 staff-to-client ratio, we’re able to provide individualized care that considers each teen’s unique trauma history and triggers.
We’ve found that combining traditional talk therapy with experiential modalities, such as art therapy and movement-based activities, helps our clients develop a more thorough toolkit for managing trauma responses and building resilience.
Our Levels of Care for Teen Substance Use Recovery in New Jersey
At Montville Adolescent Center, we’ve developed three distinct levels of care to support teens throughout their recovery journey, including medically-supervised detox, residential inpatient treatment, and virtual treatment options.
Our extensive detox program provides round-the-clock medical supervision and comfort medications to help teens safely withdraw from substances through our teen drug detox services.
Meanwhile, our residential program offers intensive therapeutic support in a structured environment, making it a vital part of our teen residential treatment options.
For teens who need ongoing support after completing residential care, or those with less severe substance use issues, we provide virtual treatment services that incorporate many of the same evidence-based therapies and support systems used in our facility-based programs, accessible through our virtual teen rehab services.
We’re dedicated to helping teens navigate their recovery with our comprehensive approach to teen substance use disorder treatment.
Adolescent Drug Detox
The journey to teen recovery often begins with a critical first step: medically supervised detoxification. At Montville Adolescent Center, we provide thorough detox services in a safe, monitored environment where teens can begin their path to healing under 24/7 medical supervision.
Our specialized medical team carefully manages withdrawal symptoms while ensuring your teen’s comfort and safety throughout the process.
We’re equipped to handle detoxification from various substances, including alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and stimulants, with personalized treatment protocols tailored to each teen’s specific needs.
During this phase, we maintain our signature 1:1 staff-to-client ratio, combining medical care with therapeutic support to address both physical and emotional aspects of withdrawal.
As the detox process concludes, we’ll smoothly shift your teen into our residential program, where their recovery journey continues with extensive treatment and support.
Teen Residential Inpatient Treatment
Residential inpatient treatment at Montville Adolescent Center provides teens with intensive, around-the-clock care in our structured therapeutic environment.
Our evidence-based program integrates multiple therapeutic approaches, including CBT, DBT, and creative arts therapy, while maintaining academic progress through our dedicated educational support.
We’ve designed our program to address both substance use disorders and underlying behavioral challenges through exhaustive daily schedules that include medical check-ins, individual counseling, group therapy, and family sessions.
With our 1:1 staff-to-client ratio, we’re able to deliver personalized care that meets each teen’s specific needs.
Our facility’s thoughtfully designed spaces, from private rooms to fitness areas, create a supportive setting where adolescents can focus on their recovery while developing essential coping skills and building stronger family relationships.
Virtual Adolescent Treatment
Virtual treatment services at Montville Adolescent Center provide flexible, accessible care for teens who can’t attend in-person programs or need ongoing support after residential treatment.
Through our secure telehealth platform, we’re able to deliver extensive therapeutic services, including individual counseling, group therapy sessions, and family support meetings.
We’ve structured our virtual program to maintain the same high standards as our in-person treatment, incorporating evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT while adapting them for online delivery.
Our experienced clinicians work closely with teens and their families to develop personalized treatment plans that address substance use disorders, behavioral challenges, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Additionally, we provide flexible scheduling options to accommodate school and family commitments, ensuring that recovery support remains consistent and accessible throughout the treatment journey.
Adolescent Substance Use & Mental Health Treatment Therapies
At Montville Adolescent Center, we’ve developed extensive therapy programs that address both substance use and mental health challenges in teens. Our evidence-based approach combines individual therapy, group sessions, and family involvement, utilizing proven modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help adolescents develop essential coping skills.
We integrate creative arts therapy, including painting, music, and drama, which provides teens with nonverbal outlets for emotional expression.
Through our structured daily schedule, we deliver psychoeducation groups, coping skills training, and therapeutic activities that promote lasting recovery. Our 1:1 staff-to-client ratio guarantees personalized attention, while our family therapy sessions strengthen support systems and address underlying issues that may contribute to substance use or behavioral challenges.
Amenities at Guardian Recovery – Montville Adolescent Center
The carefully designed Montville Adolescent Center features extensive amenities that promote healing and personal growth for teens in recovery.
We’ve created thoughtfully arranged living spaces that include both private and semi-private rooms, complemented by spacious dining areas where our chef prepares nutritious meals throughout the day.
Our facility’s all-encompassing amenities include gender-specific housing floors, well-equipped classrooms for academic support, and engaging game rooms that encourage healthy social interaction.
We’ve also incorporated fitness areas where teens can maintain their physical wellbeing during treatment.
Located just 45 minutes from Manhattan and accessible via 19 nearby commuter rail stations, our serene setting provides the perfect balance of convenience and tranquility, ensuring that families can easily participate in their teen’s recovery journey.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Teen Rehab Program
We recognize that families have many questions when considering teen rehab treatment, from insurance coverage and visitation policies to educational support and living arrangements.
Through our thorough FAQs section, we provide detailed answers about our insurance verification process, weekly family visits, academic coordination with home schools, room arrangements, and extensive family support programs.
At Montville Adolescent Center, we’re committed to transparency and ensuring parents have all the information needed to make informed decisions about their teen’s recovery journey.
Does insurance cover treatment?
Insurance coverage for teen addiction treatment is typically extensive, thanks to federal regulations like the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
These laws guarantee that insurance providers must cover essential mental health and substance use disorder treatments, preventing them from imposing unfair limitations on addiction care benefits.
We accept most major insurance plans, and our admissions team will work directly with your provider to determine your specific coverage levels.
When you contact us, we’ll verify your benefits and explain exactly what portion of treatment your insurance will cover, as well as any out-of-pocket expenses you might incur.
If you don’t have insurance coverage, we’ll discuss alternative payment options to help make treatment accessible for your teen.
Can I visit my teen while they’re in treatment?
Beyond understanding insurance coverage, parents often want to know about staying connected with their teen during treatment.
At Montville Adolescent Center, we’ve established a structured visitation policy that helps maintain essential family bonds while supporting your teen’s recovery journey. Our program allows family visits every Sunday during designated hours, ensuring a balance between treatment focus and family connection.
For your teen’s safety and therapeutic benefit, we maintain specific guidelines: visitors must be family members or guardians who are 18 or older, all visitors require pre-approval from our clinical staff, and attendance at a Family Support Session is mandatory before visitation.
We’ve found that this approach, which combines clinical oversight with regular family involvement, strengthens treatment outcomes while keeping parents actively engaged in their teen’s recovery process.
Do you offer support to family members?
Through our extensive family support program, Montville Adolescent Center recognizes that teen addiction affects the entire family unit. We provide thorough support services, including weekly family therapy sessions, educational workshops, and support groups designed to help parents and siblings understand addiction, develop healthy communication strategies, and heal together.
Our family-focused approach includes regular progress updates, specialized counseling sessions, and guidance on post-treatment planning to guarantee a successful change home.
We’ve developed a structured Family Support Session program that occurs every Sunday, where families can participate in therapeutic activities, learn about their teen’s recovery journey, and develop essential coping skills.
Additionally, we offer resources and referrals to community support groups, making sure families have continued access to help even after their teen completes our program.
What educational coordination is offered?
At Montville Adolescent Center, we maintain strong partnerships with local school districts to guarantee our teens stay on track academically during treatment.
Our dedicated academic program includes two hours of structured educational activities daily, where we work closely with each student’s home school to align coursework and confirm proper credit allocation.
We understand that maintaining academic progress is essential for our teens’ future success, which is why we’ve developed thorough coordination systems with school districts.
Our staff regularly communicates with teachers and guidance counselors to track assignments, facilitate makeup work, and manage educational requirements.
Through this collaborative approach, we’re able to help students shift smoothly back to their regular academic environment while confirming they don’t fall behind during their treatment journey.
Will my teenager have their own room?
While maintaining academic progress is a key priority, parents often ask about living arrangements at our facility.
At Montville Adolescent Center, we provide both private and semi-private room options, carefully considering each teen’s specific needs and treatment requirements when making room assignments. Our gender-specific housing floors guarantee appropriate separation and comfort for all residents, while our thoughtfully designed living spaces contribute to a therapeutic environment that supports recovery and personal growth.
When determining room placements, our clinical team evaluates factors such as age, treatment goals, and individual circumstances to create the most beneficial living situation for each teen.
We’ve found that this balanced approach to housing arrangements helps foster a sense of security and stability, which is essential for successful treatment outcomes.
Do you prescribe medications?
Managing medication needs with utmost care and transparency, our medical team works closely with parents and guardians before making any changes to existing prescriptions or starting new ones.
We’ll communicate thoroughly about any medication considerations during your teen’s treatment, ensuring you’re fully informed and involved in these important decisions.
For teens who already have an established psychiatrist or primary care provider, we’ll ask you to complete a Release of Information (ROI) form, which enables direct communication with these healthcare professionals.
This collaborative approach allows us to verify previous treatment protocols and effectively coordinate any medication adjustments both during and after your teen’s stay with us.
Through this system, we’re able to maintain continuity of care while ensuring the safest and most effective medication management for your child.
Are there rules my teen must abide by while in treatment?
Just as we maintain clear protocols for medication management, our treatment program operates with specific guidelines to create a safe, structured environment for recovery.
We expect teens to follow our daily schedule, participate in all therapeutic activities, and maintain appropriate behavior that supports their recovery journey and respects fellow residents.
Our core rules include maintaining appropriate boundaries with peers, following staff instructions, completing assigned therapeutic work, and adhering to our structured daily routines.
We don’t allow cell phones or unauthorized electronic devices, and we’ve strict policies against violence, bullying, or inappropriate relationships.
Additionally, we require teens to participate in their academic studies, maintain personal hygiene, and keep their living spaces tidy, as these practices help build essential life skills and foster accountability in recovery.
Are there any benefits to sending my teenager out of state for care?
Sending your teenager to an out-of-state treatment facility offers several compelling advantages for their recovery journey. By choosing treatment away from home, teens can focus entirely on their recovery without the distractions of familiar triggers, negative peer influences, or easy access to substances.
At Montville Adolescent Center, we’ve found that physical distance often creates emotional space for real transformation.
We’ve also observed that out-of-state treatment helps establish clear boundaries and a fresh start. Our location, just 45 minutes from Manhattan and accessible via 19 commuter rail stations, provides the perfect balance of separation while remaining within reach for family therapy sessions and visits.
Additionally, being away from home can help break unhealthy patterns and relationships that may have contributed to substance use, allowing your teen to develop new, healthy coping mechanisms in a neutral environment.
How do I get started?
Starting the admissions process at Montville Adolescent Center involves three simple steps.
First, you’ll connect with our admissions team, who’ll conduct a brief 10-minute pre-assessment over the phone to guarantee we’re the right fit for your teenager’s specific needs.
Next, we’ll verify your insurance benefits and discuss payment options, providing you with a clear comprehension of coverage and any potential out-of-pocket expenses.
Finally, we’ll schedule an intake appointment at a time that works best for your family.
During this process, our compassionate admissions counselors will guide you through any required paperwork, answer your questions about our programs, and help coordinate transportation if needed.
We realize that seeking treatment can feel overwhelming, which is why we’ve streamlined our admission process to be as straightforward as possible.
What Makes Our Adolescent Substance Use Treatment Program Different?
Montville Adolescent Center stands apart through our extensive, individualized approach to teen substance use treatment. Our program delivers personalized care with an unmatched 1:1 staff-to-client ratio, ensuring each teen receives thorough attention throughout their recovery journey.
We’ve developed a truly integrated approach that combines medical supervision, therapeutic interventions, and academic support under one roof. Our evidence-based treatments include CBT, DBT, and creative arts therapy, while our partnership with local schools maintains educational continuity.
What’s more, we recognize that family involvement is essential for lasting recovery, which is why we’ve made family therapy a cornerstone of our program. Through our holistic treatment model, structured daily schedules, and emphasis on both individual and group therapies, we’re equipped to address the complex needs of adolescents struggling with substance use disorders.
Local Substance Use Statistics in Harvey Cedars, NJ
Harvey Cedars, NJ, is a charming borough located on Long Beach Island, known for its stunning beaches and vibrant community. It has a small population of approximately 1,000 residents, providing a close-knit atmosphere. The borough is situated at a latitude of 39.6051° N and a longitude of 74.1815° W.
Popular points of interest include the picturesque Harvey Cedars Marina, the scenic beaches, and the nearby Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, which offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The most-known neighborhoods encompass a mix of summer vacation homes and year-round residences, fostering a unique blend of local culture.
The nearest airport is Atlantic City International Airport (ACY), located about 40 miles away, providing convenient access for travelers.
Recent data from Ocean County health officials indicates troubling trends in adolescent substance use within Harvey Cedars, particularly concerning alcohol and prescription drug misuse among teens aged 13-17. Approximately 28% of local high school students report having experimented with alcohol in the past year, while 15% have misused prescription medications, often sourced from family medicine cabinets or peers.
These trends reflect a broader increase in substance use disorders among adolescents across Ocean County, which has risen by 23% since 2020. For more information on these statistics, visit https://www.oceancounty.gov.
