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Desert Hills of New Mexico |
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Desert Hills of New Mexico [website] 5310 Sequoia NW Albuquerque, NM 87120 US | |
| Phone: | 800-765-7330 |
| Ages: | 11-18 |
| Gender: | Boys and Girls |
| Description: | Residential Treatment (12-18 years of age; boys and girls) Sub-acute care (medical model) treats clients who are severely emotionally disturbed and require extensive support and a comprehensive approach to psychiatric, social and psychological needs. The Desert Hills social model offers structured, therapeutic group living for adolescents with behavioral, neurological and/or emotional problems where there is documented history and information that the needs of the client cannot be met at a lower level of care. Our chemical dependency unit offers specialized treatment to adolescent girls and boys who have problems with drugs and/or alcohol. The program uses a combination of 12 step, psycho-education and 7 Challenge program designed specifically for adolescents. A strong emphasis is placed on relapse prevention and support within the community for discharge preparation |
| Student Profile: | Residential ages 11-17, |
| Activities: | High and low ROPE course |
| Philosophy: | Desert Hills mission is to provide high quality, comprehensive behavior and mental health services to adolescents and their families. Treatment is provided through a continuum of care, ranging from acute residential treatment to community based programs. Desert Hills services are individualized, culturally sensitive and client/parent centered. The clinical emphasis is on assessment, treatment planning, discharge and aftercare planning. The goal is to prepare clients for a successful future in home, school and community |
| Specialties: | The sex offender program offers specialized treatment to adolescent males who have problems with sexualized behaviors or sexual offending. The program is designed to help adolescents understand behaviors, manage their emotions and develop the personal and social skills they will need to successfully transition into the community (10 beds). The deaf program provides services to deaf, deaf/blind and hearing impaired adolescents who have severe emotional, behavioral or substance abuse problems. Therapy is provided in an environment free of communication barriers |
| Alt Link: | Desert Hills of New Mexico link (Alternate) |
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| Residential Treatment Center | |
| For more information call: | |
800-765-7330 | |
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