Teen Boarding Schools

It may be difficult to immediately decipher the difference between a therapeutic teen boarding school and a residential treatment center for adolescents. The two are actually alike, in some ways, because teens live at both types of facilities for a time and receive treatment targeted towards their particular needs.

Typically, the major difference between a residential treatment center and a therapeutic boarding school is in the length of time the teen is expected to stay. Residential treatment centers usually involve average stays of six to 12 months, though actual treatment times vary depending on the particular case. Another major difference often involves therapy. Many boarding schools provide counseling by arranging for the services of a third-party counselor, while residential treatment centers often have professional counselors built-in to their programs.

Residential treatment centers are typically better equipped to deal with teens that need more intensive treatment. They often take a more structured and comprehensive approach to helping teens start fresh and leave negative behaviors and situations behind. However, each treatment center and boarding school operates differently and has varied admission requirements–you would be wise to speak with an admissions coordinator when attempting to decide which type of program best suits your teen.

If you’re unsure about whether your son’s needs will be better met by a residential treatment center or boarding school, call and speak with us at Liahona Academy. We will listen carefully, learn your needs, and offer our honest advice. We will be happy to answer any questions you might have about the admission process and our treatment programs. Contact us at Liahona Academy toll-free at 1-877-650-4357 to learn more about what we can do to help your adolescent son.

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