Adolescent
Day Programs
New
Directions
New Directions is a therapeutic after-school program designed to address the unique mental health needs of adolescents ages 12 through 17. This program empowers youth and their families to address issues that interfere with a young person’s ability to function well at home, in school, and the community.
Program Highlights
Maximize independence and self esteem
Promote emotional and physical health
Connection to other community services
Build positive peer relationship
Creative expression
Medication monitoring
Decrease loneliness and isolation
Strategize healthy
coping skills
Transportation offered, subject to availability
Individual and group counseling
Address challenges such as school avoidance, anger, trauma, grief and family dynamics
Family support and education
Hours of operation
Monday - Thursday 4:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Family therapy sessions, intakes, evaluations, and psychiatric appointments may be scheduled outside of the regular program hours.
Referrals are accepted from parents, guardians, and caregivers as well as school personnel.