MK Teen Academy

MK Teen Academy is a residential treatment center for substance use and mental health that provides a safe, structured environment where teens can heal, learn, and grow. From depression and suicidality to alcohol and drug addiction, they provide 30-90 days of compassionate residential care that supports both physical and emotional well-being. Using proven clinical methods tailored to each young man or woman, they help both the teen and their family navigate this journey with clarity, support, and hope. They also offer residential treatment for adults.Achieve Emotional Growth with Tailored TherapiesMK Teen Academy nurtures mind, body, and spirit, combining therapy, academics, and healthy daily and weekly routines. They provide a range of evidence-based therapies, including individual, group, and family sessions. Their team uses methods like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), tailored to each adolescent’s needs. They also partner with families, offering guidance and resources to foster healing and growth both at home and within the program.Feel at Home in a Nurturing SpaceTeens thrive in the secure, welcoming home surrounded by horses and hiking trails just outside Los Angeles. With 2-3 staff per teen and a maximum of six clients at a time, they receive attentive support in a safe environment where all staff pass background checks. Teens stay in private or shared en-suite bedrooms that are fully furnished with large beds, flat screen TVs, and walk-in closets. Teens enjoy a recreation room with billiards and a full arcade, as well as on-site gym with boxing and yoga instruction.