Programs for Troubled Teens in Texas

A teen that is out of control can effect the entire family. Plummeting grades, blatant disrespect and at times, clashes with the law, can have parents anxious and fearful about what the future holds for their defiant adolescent. In Texas, there are several programs that will work with your out-of-control teenager and get him back on track.

  1. Resolution Ranch

    • Resolution Ranch is a residential facility that provides a therapeutic setting for its residents. Geared for adolescent males, 13 to 17 years of age, it maintains a drug and alcohol free environment. The residents work on getting clean and rediscovering their family values.

      The program relies on an honesty policy, in which residents are encouraged to be completely honest in all things as they regain their self respect and self confidence. It offers a full range of academics while the residents pursue their self-awareness program so they do not fall behind in their studies. With an emphasis on building decision-making skills, Resolution Ranch focuses on preparing the residents for the adult world. According to its website, it does not post its physical address in the interest of maintaining the safety of staff and residents.

      Resolution Ranch

      254-697-2422

      resolutionranch.com

    HeartLight Ministries

    • Heartlight Ministries, located in Hallsville, Texas, is a Christian-based program geared toward counseling troubled teenagers. Using a year-round residential business model, residents are encouraged to re-examine their spiritual needs and desires as they find their way back to becoming productive members of society.

      The program works to instill core values including compassion for others, realistic thinking with regard to family and friends, and willingness to sacrifice to achieve personal, professional and spiritual goals.

      In addition, self respect exercises are introduced so residents learn not only to respect themselves, but to show and feel respect for those around them.

      Heartlight Ministries

      P.O. Box 286

      Hallsville, TX 75650

      903-668-2173

      heartlightministries.org

    3H Wilderness Program

    • In Mountain Home Texas, the 3H Wilderness Program uses Mother Nature as the primary tool to help troubled teens change the course of their lives. The 3H website promotes a foundation of discovering a life purpose and working to fulfill that purpose.

      The program differs from other wilderness programs by combining wilderness activities with classroom instruction. The program works on building emotional, intellectual and vocational skill sets so they can contribute positively to society when they return to their neighborhoods.

      Pathways 3H Wilderness Program

      110 3h Youth Ranch Circle Northwest

      Mountain Home, TX

      830-866-3701

      pathways3h.org

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