Family first adolescent services palm beach gardens

Family First Adolescent Services is a residential program in Palm Beach Gardens that focuses on adolescent boys ages 13 through 18. The center treats mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and co-occurring diagnoses. Its approach is trauma-informed, meaning the clinical team works to understand the experiences and patterns that may underlie a boy's behaviors and thoughts. The program is designed to address the root causes of distress rather than only the visible symptoms.

Family involvement is built into the structure. Parents and caregivers can expect weekly support groups, regular calls about their son's progress, and family therapy sessions that help the entire household heal together. The center uses a 5-in-7 care method, which connects each boy with his primary therapist five times during the first seven days of treatment. This early intensity is meant to create an immersive start to care.

The staff-to-client ratio is 3:1, and the team is multidisciplinary. That means boys receive attention from several professionals rather than a single counselor. Treatment addresses complex post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD and ADD, gaming and internet addiction, and substance use disorders. The program operates under Joint Commission accreditation.

Programs at this Florida rehab

Adolescent boys receive a residential level of care here, and academic services are offered on site so schooling carries on during treatment. High school students and those getting ready for college keep up their studies by working with their home schools. Dual enrollment through Palm Beach State College is an option, as are ACT, SAT, and PERT preparation and assistance with FAFSA forms. When a family needs continued care after residential treatment, this Florida rehab center offers an intensive outpatient program that includes three group meetings each week plus individual sessions for teens who live nearby. For families from out of town, the center helps link boys to services closer to home, such as therapy, a therapeutic boarding school, or a local IOP.

Therapy choices cover cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, equine therapy, somatic therapy, and expressive arts. The center additionally provides 1-on-1 counseling, adventure therapy, animal therapy, attachment-based family therapy, meditation and mindfulness, online therapy, and trauma-specific therapy. The program is evidence-based, experiential, and family-involved, with gender-specific and holistic elements. When a boy faces both a mental health condition and substance use, this Florida drug rehab center treats co-occurring disorders instead of addressing only one issue. The center also treats gaming and internet addiction, which frequently overlap with other concerns.

• Mindfulness Therapy
• Adventure Therapy
• 1-on-1 Counseling
• Online Therapy
• Animal Therapy
• Trauma Informed
• 1-on-1 Counseling with Clinical Psychologist
• Gender-Specific
• Evidence-Based
• Attachment-Based Family Therapy

Who this teen program is for

• Adolescent boys ages 13 to 18 who need structured treatment for mental health conditions, substance use, or both
• Boys with complex post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD or ADD
• Teens dealing with gaming and internet addiction alongside other emotional or behavioral concerns
• Boys who benefit from family involvement, including weekly support groups and family therapy
• Adolescents who need to continue school during treatment, including college preparation and dual enrollment
• Families seeking a gender-specific program with a high staff-to-client ratio and trauma-informed care

Setting, length of stay, and daily life

A typical stay runs 90 days, though the actual length depends on each boy's needs and progress. The center serves 31 to 50 beds, so it is large enough to offer a range of activities but small enough for a structured milieu. The setting includes access to nature, gardens, a fitness center, an outdoor lounge, and a recreation room. Personal amenities cover air-conditioned rooms, shared bathrooms, shared rooms, housekeeping, bathroom essentials, and snacks. Boys can join yoga, physical fitness, games, and many experiential outdoor activities such as paddleboarding, wakeboarding, paintball, surfing, kayaking, deep-sea fishing, and CrossFit. Weight training is available in the on-site gym. The center also provides on-site academic services, and staff languages include English and Spanish.

• Luxury
• Fitness Center
• Access to Nature
• Recreation Room
• Gardens
• Outdoor Lounge

Paying for treatment at Family First

Out-of-pocket rates as a payment option. Insurance coverage is not confirmed here, and the helpline can help you verify benefits with the center directly. Calling the free helpline lets a trained advisor check whether this Florida alcohol rehab center accepts your plan and explain what information the center will need. The helpline does not diagnose, promise admission, or guarantee coverage; it connects callers with licensed providers and leaves the decision with the family. If you are exploring Medicaid or other funding, ask the center about accepted payment methods during your first call.

Questions to raise before you admit

• What is the current availability for a boy ages 13-18, and how quickly could an assessment be scheduled?
• How does the 5-in-7 method work in practice, and who will be my son's primary therapist?
• What does the weekly family involvement look like, including calls, groups, and therapy sessions?
• How are co-occurring disorders and substance use addressed together in the treatment plan?
• What aftercare is included after the 90-day program, and how does the center coordinate with local services for out-of-town families?