Anxiety and depression are not uncommon mental health disorders. Among adolescents and teens, more than 42% of students felt persistent sadness or hopelessness, with about 29% experiencing poor mental health. This included more than 22% of students experiencing suicide ideation, with 10% having attempted suicide. However, there are ways to overcome teen anxiety and depression. Developing healthy coping skills and prioritizing the recovery journey can help clients foster a new lifestyle without feeling shackled by their mental health. At Destinations for Teens, the staff is there to suppor ..read more

Academics play a huge role in a teen’s life, especially since school is often their biggest commitment at this age. Due to its significance, continuing education while receiving mental health treatment is key. This helps provide structure, balance, and even support in the teen’s life. Academic support can positively impact a teen’s healing and progress while in treatment. At Destinations for Teens, we promote the continuation of education while in mental health or addiction treatment. This is part of the holistic approach to care. Education falls into this approach as it works not only to supp ..read more

Adolescence and teenage years can be a difficult time socially for your child. New friendships and relationships can form during this period, impacting your teen’s behaviors and overall identity. As a parent, it is important to pay attention to your teen’s new social life and behaviors to gauge if they are navigating this time of their life in a healthy way. Fostering healthy and positive social skills is crucial during this period, and parents are able to influence their teens in a positive way. At Destinations for Teens, care goes beyond mental health disorders or addiction. On the contrary ..read more

Family is a very crucial element of recovery. Generally speaking, it is important to have a direct and immediate support system beyond the team and staff members at your recovery facility. For teens, specifically, family involvement provides this support. It is often difficult to be vulnerable with family members about addiction and mental health. Family therapy, though, is a service that creates a safe space for teens and their families to participate in healthy communication and understanding. At Destinations for Teens, family therapy is a service that is mandatory for clients and their fami ..read more

Teen substance use can be tricky to navigate. This is the case for parents, other family members or friends, as well as the teen themselves. In 2023, 10.9% of eighth graders, 19.8% of 10th graders, and 31.2% of 12th graders reported illicit drug use in the past year. Before senior year, more than half of students use an illegal drug and roughly two-thirds drink alcohol. This is a very confusing and frustrating time period, and understanding these struggles is important. It is crucial to know the signs and symptoms of teen substance use, as they can vary between the individual. L ..read more

Part of mental health and addiction treatment is holistic care. Holistic care allows teens to engage in non-traditional forms of therapy that extend beyond strictly clinical services. By introducing teens to these holistic services, they can address their overall well-being in a different way. This helps remove the overwhelming factor of clinical therapy. These therapies also help teen’s well-being, helping them connect to their inner selves to fully understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. They also invite creativity to teen’s lives as they problem-solve and overcome internal chall ..read more

For families in Chicago facing the challenges of teen substance abuse, finding the right treatment option is paramount. Chicago teen substance abuse treatment is widespread but may not be the best option for your teen. While the familiarity of local options may seem comforting, considering specialized care outside of Illinois, such as our center in Woodland Hills, CA, can offer unique advantages. At Destinations for Teens, we provide a holistic, personalized approach to recovery, emphasizing family participation and innovative therapeutic modalities in a supportive environment. For teens in IL ..read more

Holistic therapies are common practices in many addiction and mental health facilities. Yoga therapy, art therapy, and music therapy are a few of the mainstream holistic services incorporated into clients’ treatment plans. These therapies are beneficial for personal growth, understanding of self, creative expression, and developing healthy coping mechanisms. However, these are not the only options. Pushing the boundaries of creativity and imagination to invite healing and growth, Destinations for Teens offers magic therapy as well. Destinations for Teens is one of the only recovery facility of ..read more

When struggling with mental health or addiction as a teen, these disorders can be extremely challenging and burdensome in one’s life. For teens in residential treatment, they must cope with different transitions. These transitions do not have to be overwhelming and stressful, though. Developing essential life skills is crucial to help ease transitions not only out of treatment but also for the success of one’s life overall. At Destinations for Teens, helping teens heal from their mental health or substance/alcohol use disorder is a priority, alongside learning healthy coping mechanisms and lif ..read more

Destinations for Teens offers a comprehensive teen partial hospitalization program (PHP) in California. Located in Woodland Hills, this program provides vital support for individuals seeking treatment. Teen substance use remains a significant concern in the U.S. Woodland Hills, CA, known for its beautiful landscapes and vibrant community, is a serene setting for recovery and healing. Destinations for Teens is located right off of US-101 and provides a partial hospitalization program in California. Contact us today at 877.466.0620 to set up an appointment at our PHP in Woodland Hills. What Is a ..read more