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At Guardian Recovery’s Montville Adolescent Center, we’re situated just 45 minutes from Upper Freehold Township, offering thorough teen drug and alcohol rehabilitation services with our specialized 1:1 staff-to-client ratio. Our integrated treatment approach combines medical supervision, evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT, and educational support to address both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges. We provide multiple levels of care, from medically supervised detox to residential treatment and virtual aftercare, all within our peaceful facility featuring private rooms, engaging classrooms, and recreational areas. Through our family-centered approach and partnership with local schools, we guarantee your teen receives continuous support throughout their recovery journey, with extensive resources awaiting to guide their transformation.
Why Choose Montville Adolescent Center for Your Teen’s Recovery?
Choosing the right treatment center for your teen’s recovery is a crucial decision that can significantly influence their future wellbeing. At Montville Adolescent Center, we deliver comprehensive care with an exceptional 1:1 staff-to-client ratio, ensuring your teen receives personalized attention and support throughout their recovery journey.
Our integrated approach blends medical expertise, therapeutic interventions, and academic continuity, setting us apart from other facilities. We understand the importance of maintaining educational progress, which is why we collaborate with local schools to keep your teen on track academically while they receive treatment.
Through our specialized programs, including CBT, DBT, and creative arts therapy, we effectively address both substance use disorders and the underlying behavioral issues.
Nestled in a peaceful setting just 45 minutes from Manhattan, our facility offers a safe and nurturing environment where teens can concentrate on their recovery.
To learn more about our facility and read reviews from other parents whose children have completed treatment, you can visit our location on Google at Guardian Recovery – Montville Adolescent Center or check out our detailed facility information page at Montville Adolescent Center.
Substance Use Disorders We Treat at Our New Jersey Teen Treatment Center
At Montville Adolescent Center, we treat an extensive range of substance use disorders affecting teens aged 13-17.
Our thorough detox and residential treatment programs address dependencies related to alcohol, opioids (including heroin, fentanyl, and prescription painkillers), and benzodiazepines (such as Xanax and Klonopin).
We’re also equipped to treat adolescents struggling with stimulant use disorders, including dependencies on methamphetamine and cocaine, as well as challenges with marijuana, inhalants, and other substances.
Through our integrated approach, which combines medical supervision, therapeutic interventions, and educational support, we help teens address both the immediate challenges of substance use and its underlying causes, while developing essential coping skills for long-term recovery and personal growth.
How We Address Adolescent Behavioral & Mental Health in Treatment
At Montville Adolescent Center, we recognize that many teens struggling with substance use disorders also experience co-occurring mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related conditions.
We’ve developed extensive treatment approaches that address both substance use and mental health concerns simultaneously, ensuring that underlying psychological factors receive the attention they deserve.
Our experienced clinical team utilizes evidence-based therapies, including CBT and DBT, to help teens build resilience, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and process traumatic experiences within a supportive, structured environment.
For more information on anxiety treatment for teens, visit our anxiety resource page.
Additionally, we address depression through our tailored programs, which you can learn more about on our depression resource page.
Understanding and healing from trauma is also a crucial part of our approach, and more details can be found on our trauma and PTSD resource page.
If you’re seeking a comprehensive solution for your loved one, our teen rehab program focuses on both substance use and mental health challenges.
Anxiety Treatment
Our extensive anxiety treatment program combines multiple evidence-based approaches to help teens overcome anxiety disorders while addressing co-occurring substance use.
We integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to help adolescents identify anxiety triggers, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build emotional resilience. Through individual therapy sessions, our specialists work one-on-one with teens to address their specific anxiety symptoms and underlying causes.
In our group therapy settings, we teach essential stress management techniques, mindfulness practices, and relaxation exercises that teens can apply in their daily lives.
We’ve found that creative arts therapy offers an additional therapeutic outlet, allowing teens to express anxiety-related emotions through non-verbal means, while our family therapy sessions help parents understand and support their teen’s anxiety management journey.
Treatment for Depression
Depression treatment at Montville Adolescent Center combines thorough medical and therapeutic interventions tailored specifically for teens struggling with mood disorders and co-occurring substance use.
We integrate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to help adolescents identify and reshape negative thought patterns while developing healthy coping mechanisms.
Our extensive depression treatment protocol incorporates daily medical monitoring, individual therapy sessions, and specialized group therapy that addresses both mood symptoms and substance use challenges.
We’ve structured our program to provide multiple therapeutic touchpoints throughout each day, including creative arts therapy and family sessions, which help teens process their emotions and rebuild familial connections.
Through our 1:1 staff-to-client ratio, we’re able to closely monitor each teen’s progress and adjust treatment approaches as needed.
Trauma & PTSD
Recognizing trauma’s deep impact on adolescent development, Montville Adolescent Center implements specialized trauma-informed care protocols for teens struggling with PTSD and related disorders.
We acknowledge that unresolved trauma often underlies substance use and behavioral challenges, which is why our clinical team employs evidence-based treatments like EMDR and trauma-focused CBT.
Our extensive approach incorporates both individual and group therapy sessions, where teens can process traumatic experiences in a safe, supportive environment.
We’re skilled at identifying trauma symptoms, including hypervigilance, emotional dysregulation, and dissociation, while our therapeutic techniques help teens develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Through our trauma-informed lens, we work closely with families to create a healing environment that addresses both the immediate symptoms and underlying causes of trauma-related disorders.
Our Levels of Care for Teen Substance Use Recovery in New Jersey
At Guardian Recovery’s Montville Adolescent Center, we’ve designed three distinct levels of care to meet the varying needs of teens struggling with substance use disorders in New Jersey.
We begin with our medically supervised teen drug detox program, which shifts seamlessly into our all-encompassing teen residential treatment program where teens receive round-the-clock support and therapy.
For those who require ongoing support after residential care, or who aren’t candidates for inpatient treatment, we offer our virtual teen addiction treatment program, providing flexible, technology-enabled access to our evidence-based therapeutic services.
Our comprehensive approach ensures that teens receive the necessary support throughout their journey of recovery from teen substance use disorder treatment.
Adolescent Drug Detox
Professional medical supervision during detox is crucial for teens struggling with substance use disorders. At our Montville Adolescent Center, we provide 24/7 medical monitoring to guarantee safe withdrawal from substances, while our experienced staff carefully manages symptoms and complications that may arise during this critical phase.
Our adolescent detox program combines clinical expertise with compassionate care, as we recognize that this process can be particularly challenging for young people.
We’ll develop a personalized detox plan that considers your teen’s specific substance use history, existing medical conditions, and individual needs. Throughout the process, we utilize evidence-based medications when appropriate, maintain constant essential sign monitoring, and provide emotional support to help manage anxiety and discomfort, creating a foundation for successful long-term recovery.
Teen Residential Inpatient Treatment
Following medical detox, our teen residential inpatient treatment program provides intensive, round-the-clock care in a structured environment.
At Montville Adolescent Center, we integrate evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, and creative arts therapy, while maintaining academic progress through our partnerships with local schools.
Our thorough approach features individual counseling, family therapy sessions, and specialized group work, all delivered with a 1:1 staff-to-client ratio that guarantees personalized attention.
We’ve designed our program to address both substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions through daily medical monitoring, therapeutic activities, and educational components.
In our serene Towaco facility, teens participate in structured schedules that include medical check-ins, academic studies, recreation, and various therapeutic modalities, creating a foundation for lasting recovery.
Virtual Adolescent Treatment
Through our virtual treatment program, teens can access extensive addiction recovery services from the comfort and privacy of their homes.
We’ve designed our online platform to deliver the same evidence-based therapies available in our residential program, including individual counseling, group therapy sessions, and family support meetings, all conducted through secure video conferencing.
Our virtual program maintains the structured approach that’s essential for recovery, featuring daily check-ins, scheduled therapy appointments, and interactive educational sessions.
We utilize cutting-edge technology to facilitate CBT, DBT, and other therapeutic modalities, while our experienced clinicians carefully monitor each teen’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Additionally, we provide ongoing communication with schools to guarantee academic continuity, making virtual treatment an effective option for teens who can’t attend in-person programs.
Adolescent Substance Use & Mental Health Treatment Therapies
Our extensive therapy programs combine evidence-based treatments to address both substance use and mental health challenges in teenagers.
Through our thorough approach, we utilize individual therapy, group sessions, and family-centered interventions, including CBT and DBT, to help teens develop essential coping mechanisms and stress reduction techniques.
We’ve integrated creative arts therapy into our treatment model, offering teens nonverbal outlets for expression through painting, music, and drama.
Our structured daily schedule includes medical check-ins, academic support, and various therapeutic groups focused on psychoeducation and coping skills.
With our specialized 1:1 staff-to-client ratio, we’re able to provide personalized attention while maintaining consistent monitoring of each teen’s progress.
Family therapy sessions serve as a cornerstone of our program, addressing underlying issues and building stronger support systems for long-term recovery.
Amenities at Guardian Recovery – Montville Adolescent Center
The Montville Adolescent Center combines therapeutic comfort with essential amenities to create an environment where teens can focus on their recovery journey.
Our facility features both private and semi-private rooms, along with gender-specific housing floors that guarantee comfort and privacy during treatment.
We’ve designed our space to support every aspect of recovery, including spacious dining areas with chef-prepared meals, engaging classrooms for academic support, and well-equipped fitness areas for physical wellness.
Our game rooms provide appropriate recreational opportunities, while our serene setting contributes to emotional healing.
Located just 45 minutes from Manhattan and two hours from Philadelphia, with 19 nearby commuter rail stations, we’re easily accessible for families visiting their teens.
Each amenity has been thoughtfully selected to enhance our therapeutic environment and support long-term recovery success.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Teen Rehab Program
We’re committed to answering your most pressing questions about our teen rehab program, including insurance coverage, family visitation policies, educational coordination, and room arrangements.
Our experienced admissions team works closely with families to verify insurance benefits, explain our Sunday visitation program, and outline how we maintain academic progress through partnerships with local schools.
Understanding that parents need thorough information when choosing treatment, we provide detailed answers about our family support services, such as therapy sessions and workshops, while also explaining our comfortable living arrangements that include both private and semi-private room options.
Does insurance cover treatment?
Insurance typically covers all or part of teen addiction treatment costs due to two key federal regulations.
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires insurance providers to cover essential health benefits, including mental health and substance use disorder treatment, while the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) prevents insurers from imposing unfair limitations on addiction and mental health benefits.
We accept most major insurance plans, and our admissions team will help verify your coverage and explain your benefits in detail.
Through our insurance verification process, we’ll determine your exact coverage levels, out-of-pocket expenses, and any pre-authorization requirements.
If you don’t have insurance coverage, we’re committed to working with you to investigate alternative payment options, ensuring your teen can access the care they need.
Can I visit my teen while they’re in treatment?
Supporting family connections during treatment plays an essential role in recovery success. At Montville Adolescent Center, we welcome family visits during designated hours on Sundays, ensuring teens maintain significant connections with their loved ones while focusing on their recovery journey.
However, we’ve established specific guidelines to create a supportive, structured environment for these important interactions.
Our visitation policy requires that all visitors must be family members or legal guardians who are at least 18 years old, and they’ll need to receive approval from our clinical staff before visiting.
Additionally, we require family members to participate in a Family Support Session prior to their first visit, which helps create a more meaningful and therapeutic visiting experience.
This approach allows us to maintain both security and therapeutic integrity while supporting essential family bonds during the treatment process.
Do you offer support to family members?
A thorough family support system forms the cornerstone of our teen rehabilitation program. We recognize that addiction affects the entire family, which is why we’ve developed extensive support services, including weekly family therapy sessions, educational workshops, and regular progress updates for parents and guardians.
Through our Family Support Sessions, which are mandatory before visitation, we provide essential tools and strategies to help families comprehend addiction, improve communication, and create a supportive environment for their teen’s recovery.
Additionally, we offer specialized counseling services to address family dynamics, trauma, and co-occurring disorders that may impact the recovery process. Our clinical team works closely with families to develop aftercare plans, ensuring continued support and success following treatment completion at our Montville Adolescent Center.
What educational coordination is offered?
While teens focus on their recovery at Montville Adolescent Center, we maintain strong partnerships with their home school districts to guarantee they don’t fall behind academically.
Our daily schedule includes two structured hours of academic instruction and physical education, securing continuity in your teen’s educational progress.
We actively collaborate with each student’s teachers and guidance counselors to align our curriculum with their school’s requirements, facilitate attendance credits, and coordinate makeup work when necessary.
During their stay, our academic support team works closely with educators to track progress, submit completed assignments, and arrange for any necessary testing accommodations.
This all-encompassing approach secures a seamless shift back to regular schooling once treatment is complete, allowing your teen to maintain their academic standing while prioritizing their recovery journey.
Will my teenager have their own room?
Beyond maintaining academic progress, parents often ask about living arrangements at Montville Adolescent Center. We offer both private and semi-private rooms in our gender-specific housing floors, ensuring that your teenager has a comfortable and secure space during their recovery journey.
Our thoughtfully designed living spaces prioritize both privacy and opportunities for healthy social interaction. In our semi-private rooms, we carefully match roommates based on therapeutic compatibility and individual needs, while private rooms are available for teens who may benefit from additional personal space.
Each floor features dedicated staff supervision and comfortable amenities, creating an environment that feels less clinical and more home-like. We’ve found that this balanced approach to room assignments helps foster both independence and community connection throughout the treatment process.
Do you prescribe medications?
Medication management at Montville Adolescent Center follows strict protocols that prioritize both safety and transparency.
We’ll discuss any new medications or changes to existing prescriptions with parents or guardians before implementation, guaranteeing you’re fully informed about your teen’s treatment plan.
If your teenager currently works with a psychiatrist or primary care provider, we’ll need you to complete our Release of Information (ROI) form, which allows us to communicate effectively with these healthcare professionals.
This collaboration enables us to verify previous treatment history and coordinate any medication adjustments during your child’s stay.
We’ll also make certain that your teen’s outside providers are informed about medication changes or additions, helping to maintain continuity of care after treatment concludes.
Are there rules my teen must abide by while in treatment?
At Montville Adolescent Center, our structured environment depends on clear behavioral expectations and guidelines that all teens must follow. We maintain strict policies regarding appropriate behavior, including mandatory participation in all scheduled activities, respect for staff and peers, and adherence to our zero-tolerance policy for substance use or violence.
Our teens must follow daily schedules, attend all therapy sessions and academic programs, complete assigned tasks, and maintain proper hygiene and room cleanliness.
Additionally, we regulate communication with the outside world, including supervised phone calls and monitored internet usage, to guarantee a focused recovery environment.
While these rules may seem stringent, they’re essential for creating a therapeutic atmosphere where teens can develop responsibility, accountability, and healthy behavioral patterns that support their long-term recovery success.
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 distinct advantages for their recovery journey. The physical distance from familiar triggers and negative influences creates a fresh environment where they can focus solely on their recovery.
At Montville Adolescent Center, we’ve found that teens who travel for treatment often experience fewer distractions and develop stronger bonds with their peers in recovery.
Additionally, our location in New Jersey provides the perfect balance of accessibility and separation, being just 45 minutes from Manhattan and two hours from Philadelphia.
The change in environment can help break destructive patterns while allowing your teen to build new, healthy relationships away from their usual social circle.
We’ve designed our program to make the shift seamless, with thorough support systems and regular family involvement through scheduled visits and therapy sessions.
How do I get started?
Starting the teen rehab admissions process is straightforward and begins with a simple phone call to our counselors.
During this initial contact, we’ll conduct a brief 10-minute pre-assessment to guarantee our program aligns with your teenager’s specific needs and circumstances.
After completing the pre-assessment, our team will verify your insurance benefits and discuss financial arrangements, ensuring you understand the coverage options available for your child’s treatment.
We’ll then work with you to coordinate an admission date and time that works for your family’s schedule, while providing detailed information about what to bring and expect during the intake process.
Throughout this process, our experienced admissions team remains available to address any questions or concerns you may have about your teenager’s upcoming treatment at Montville Adolescent Center.
What Makes Our Adolescent Substance Use Treatment Program Different?
Through our uniquely integrated approach, Montville Adolescent Center stands apart with its 1:1 staff-to-client ratio and broad treatment methods. We combine evidence-based therapies, including CBT and DBT, with creative arts therapy and academic support to address the whole person, not just the addiction.
What truly sets us apart is our commitment to maintaining educational progress while providing all-encompassing care. We’ve developed partnerships with local schools to guarantee seamless curriculum integration, and we dedicate two hours daily to academic pursuits.
Additionally, our family-centric approach involves regular therapy sessions and workshops that strengthen family dynamics, while our tranquil setting offers thoughtfully designed spaces for recovery. From our specialized adolescent detox programs to our structured daily schedules, we’re equipped to support teens through every stage of their recovery journey.
Local Substance Use Statistics in Upper Freehold Township, NJ
Upper Freehold Township is located in Monmouth County, New Jersey, with geographical coordinates of approximately 40.1665° N latitude and 74.6776° W longitude. This township is known for its vibrant rural atmosphere and close-knit community, which is home to around 7,400 residents.
Among its points of interest are the historic Upper Freehold Township Park, the picturesque Assunpink Wildlife Management Area, and the charming local farms that dot the landscape. Notable neighborhoods include the serene areas of Millstone and the scenic countryside around the Crosswicks Creek. The nearest major airport is Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN), situated about 20 miles from the township.
Recent statistics indicate concerning trends in adolescent substance use within Upper Freehold Township, NJ, and elsewhere. According to insights from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 14% of high school students have misused opioids and 15% have used illicit or injection drugs (e.g., cocaine, inhalants, heroin, methamphetamines, ecstasy, hallucinogens, etc.).
While these statistics are alarming, early intervention is key—and Guardian Recovery’s Montville Adolescent Center can help. Reach out today for a free and confidential call to learn more about treatment options and to verify your insurance benefits. Help and hope are just a call away.
