Academy Overview

Therapy Modalities

By completing the following five treatment phases, each young man participates in a variety of experiences designed to support a successful transition to life on his own. Each phase is tailored to individual needs and factors, such as projected discharge date, placement and other treatment plan goals.

Road Map

Develop a Treatment Plan and Implement It

• Begin developing a safety and support network of caring people you can count on
• Begin hands-on independent living skills (ILS) activities including vocational assessment and employability skills training
• Gain employment or seek higher education

Practice

New Skills and Strategies

• Learn and practice skills to achieve treatment plan goals in a structured, challenging and supportive environment.

Challenge

Take on More Challenging Opportunities to Practice Skills

• Participate in an in-program apartment living simulation
• Develop a transition plan and begin to implement it

Transition

Implement the Transition Plan

• Continue to sharpen independent living skills as you implement your transition plan
• Begin visits to community housing
• Use new modes of transportation
• Continue to test your safety and support network
• Meet roommates and other community experiences

Aftercare

Begin Post-discharge Community-based Support

• Work with an aftercare provider for up to six months after discharge
• Participate in a six month follow-up evaluation and determine if additional support is needed
• Coordinate family services for those returning home (This includes the continuation of family therapy, in-home family support and outpatient mental health services.)