How long is the program at McKinley Children's Center?

The typical program length is 90 days. Duration varies based on individual assessment.

How do I start treatment?

Call (833) 567-5838 for a free consultation. Our team verifies insurance, explains options, and guides admission.

Does insurance cover treatment here?

Most major insurance plans cover treatment. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

McKinley Children's Center

180 Via Verde, San Dimas, CA 91773

Est. 1900

(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

About McKinley Children's Center

This center is dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral health support to vulnerable youth, families and communities. They offer special educational programs for children with special needs to ensure they receive the appropriate support and resources to succeed in school. The clinicians also offer counseling and therapeutic services to address a wide range of mental health issues for both children and their families. In addition, they offer a short-term residential therapeutic program for boys ages 10-18 that focuses on addressing behavioral and emotional issues in a structured setting. The clinicians use evidence based therapies that are tailored to each individual and their trauma. The residential program offers a home-like setting and state of the art amenities. The boys can receive treatment up to 90 days. After 90 days, their treatment plan will be reviewed and revised if they are to stay longer.

Who This Center Serves

Children Boys

Services Offered

Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children

Outpatient

Outpatient mental health facility

Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Individual psychotherapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale

Crisis intervention team

Private non-profit organization

County or local government funds Community Mental Health Block Grants IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Medicaid Other State funds State corrections or juvenile justice funds State education agency funds State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds State welfare or child and family services funds

Young adults Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with eating disorders Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED) Persons 18 and older with serious mental illness (SMI)

Mentoring/peer support

Smoking not permitted

Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults

Spanish

Vaping not permitted

Family psychoeducation Intensive case management Psychosocial rehabilitation services Supported housing Therapeutic foster care Case management service

What to Expect at McKinley Children's Center

1. Initial Assessment

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

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, typically 90 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.

Start Your Journey — (833) 567-5838

Contact Information

180 Via Verde, Suite 200, San Dimas, CA, 91773

(909) 599-1227

Visit Website

Quick Facts

Program	90 days
Focus	This center treats substance u...
Insurance	24 accepted

Free 24/7 Helpline

(833) 567-5838

Insurance verification · No obligation

Similar Centers

Communities of Recovery DBA CO...

Cardiff by the Sea, CA

New Vitae Wellness and Recover...

Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Mission Prep Teen Treatment

San Juan Capistrano, CA

First Steps Recovery Juniper W...

Cardiff by the Sea, CA

Therapies & Methods

1-on-1 Counseling Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Family Therapy Group Therapy Life Skills Trauma-Specific Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy Recreation Therapy Psychoeducation

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Trauma Informed

Conditions & Substances Treated

Alcohol Co-Occurring Disorders Drug Addiction

Insurance Accepted

McKinley Children's Center works with 24 insurance providers.

Aetna Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Bright Health CareFirst Carelon Behavioral Health Cigna ComPsych GuideWell HealthNet HealthPartners Highmark Humana ITU Funds Intermountain Healthcare Kaiser Permanente MHN Medicaid Medicare Optum Oscar Tricare Tufts Health United Healthcare

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

(833) 567-5838

Frequently Asked Questions

McKinley Children's Center accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

McKinley Children's Center offers comprehensive treatment, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in CA or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 90 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

Need Help Choosing the Right Center?

Our counselors are available 24/7 to help you find the right program.

(833) 567-5838

Free · Confidential · No Obligation

Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA