Therapy
The Project PATCH Therapeutic Program has been accredited by the Joint Commission and has been found by Boise State University to be very effective in changing the lives of troubled teens.
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Group process is central in our therapeutic program. But the real healing comes through the caring relationships they form with dedicated staff whom they come to learn they can trust. |
In whatever activity the young people are involved there are always teachable moments, which makes mentoring and counseling meaningful. The counseling staff uses a cognitive behavioral approach, which is based on the premise that actions stem from beliefs that are based on thoughts.
PATCH's Therapeutic Program is comprised of five components:
Behavior Modification helps each resident learn responsible living. Interaction with peers and their response to staff determine the privileges that are earned at three program levels.
Counseling addresses a resident's mental and emotional issues. Goals are established to address each issue. Counseling occurs primarily through group sessions, and individual sessions when appropriate. Each resident belongs to one of four small groups.
Family establishes goals that rebuild healthy family dynamics, relationships, and communication.
Educational evaluates each resident's academic capabilities and needs in order to establish a suitable goal that will help them succeed in school after leaving PATCH.
Aftercare aims at providing residents with the best possible opportunity for success after they have completed the PATCH treatment program. Each resident develops a prevention plan with their counselor to address areas such as family home environments, peer relationships, and future education goals.