Therapeutic Counseling

Although most of our students struggle with issues of Oppositional Defiant Disorder, we treat all of our students’ needs with specialized attention. Ridge Creek Boarding School offers a strong therapeutic curriculum, coupled with specialized "adjunct" therapeutic services which address other clinical issues such as: addictive, compulsive and self-destructive behaviors. While supported in a caring, loving environment, students are taught the lessons of healthy living. During the course of the therapeutic program at RCS, students move through sequentially planned counseling segments. Each segment introduces concepts that are crucial to the student’s personal development and success. Each student participates in individual as well as group therapy.

Individual Therapy Session as needed
Group Therapy 3 times per week
Counselors contact parents weekly to discuss progress and ways in which the parent can be proactive in the process
Comprehensive Drug and Alcohol Programs
- Students are assessed immediately after enrollment.
- All students attend weekly informational classes.
- Non-substance dependencies such as gambling, self-injury, relationship boundaries, internet, etc. are also addressed.
- We adhere to a 12-Step model.
- On and off campus AA / NA meetings

Therapists and Counselors hold a Master’s Degree or higher.
Professional staff prepares individual therapeutic plans and goals for each student.
Our curriculum allows for moving within groups based on age, individual needs, and their ability to relate to a specific counselor.
Our clinical model is based on a developmental therapeutic curriculum leading students to develop insight and learn new coping strategies.
Parents are kept informed through workshops, reports, and telephone calls.

“How does a parent thank the staff and school that totally turned around their child? Sending him away 24 months ago was the hardest decision my husband and I ever made! Why was our son so angry? Why was he doing so poorly at school and at home? He is now a mature, thoughtful, caring young man and a pleasure to be around. Our son was accepted at his first choice college and has a career in mind. Most 18 year olds look on college as one big party. Not my son. His goal setting is remarkable. Thank all the staff from the bottom of my heart! Your guidance and wonderful program has made an enormous impact on my son’s life!”

Jonie P. (GA)