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Adolescent Alternatives

1779 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA 94061

Est. 2005 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Adolescent Alternatives

  • Location: Redwood City, CA
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: Life Skills, Psychoeducation
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Adolescent Alternatives

At Adolescent Alternatives, troubled adolescent males are given a residence to overcome emotional and behavioral struggles. The program focuses on preparing these young individuals for family reunification or independent living, ensuring they are ready to face adulthood's challenges with the tools they need to succeed.
The center offers evidence-based therapies such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) and Structured Psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress (SPARCS). These therapies help teens build coping skills, heal from past trauma, and improve emotional well-being, setting them up to be resilient despite their difficult pasts. In addition to therapy, Adolescent Alternatives provides life skills, social development, and job readiness training to further prepare youth for successful, independent futures.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Adolescent Alternatives provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Adolescents Boys

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient
Community mental health center
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Private non-profit organization
County or local government funds Cash or self-payment
Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Young adults Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders Clients who have experienced trauma
Screening for tobacco use
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking permitted without restriction
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults
Spanish
Vaping permitted without restriction
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Family psychoeducation Illness management and recovery Case management service Suicide prevention services Education services

What to Expect at Adolescent Alternatives

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including Life Skills and Psychoeducation, typically 30 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Adolescent Alternatives offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Adolescent Alternatives works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Therapies & Methods

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based

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Frequently Asked Questions about Adolescent Alternatives

Does Adolescent Alternatives accept my insurance?
Adolescent Alternatives accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Adolescent Alternatives?
Adolescent Alternatives offers Residential Rehab with evidence-based therapies including Life Skills, Psychoeducation. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Adolescent Alternatives?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Adolescent Alternatives, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Redwood City?
Yes. Browse all CA treatment centers or narrow to Redwood City specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Adolescent Alternatives?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Programs at Adolescent Alternatives typically last 30 days. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Adolescent Alternatives is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. For additional trust signals, check for JCAHO or CARF accreditation — both are voluntary third-party audits of clinical quality. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email [email protected] — we re-check within 24 hours.

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