Venture Academy
883 Paddock Ave, Meriden, CT 06450
Est. 2001 1 care level
(833) 567-5838
Free · Confidential · 24/7
About Venture Academy
Tucked in scenic Delburne, Canada, Venture Academy’s residential evaluation and therapy program is therapeutic boarding school for teens ages 13-18. Canadian troubled teens can receive assistance from Venture Academy, including those who are dealing with anxiety, depression, conduct disorder, family conflict, negative peers, school suspensions, low self-esteem. Additionally, Venture Academy treats drug and alcohol abuse, attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), and other clinically deemed disorders or significant behavioral challenges. The Venture Academy program offers specialized clinical, therapeutic, and educational support. They encourage parents to reach out if seeking a private therapeutic school or residential treatment program for their teen.
Some of Venture Academy’s therapeutic approaches include motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, executive function management, and trauma-informed therapy. Venture Academy’s therapeutic approach is values-based, family-centred, and solution-oriented. Clinical and therapy programs are designed to invite positive change, build skills, focus on solutions and re-establish family attachments with parents and the family unit central to our founding mission. Goals and plans are aimed at supporting youth and families in overcoming struggles and developing and maintaining healthy lifestyles and relationships.
Additionally, Venture Academy provides customized academic support and stimulating engagement to help students regain confidence and get back on track. Additionally, they impart crucial learning techniques that educate students how to organize their time, prepare projects, and study.
Positive, healthful, and regulated leisure activities take the place of idle time and excessive use of electronics. Additionally, there is a focus on physical health and fitness throughout their time at Venture Academy. Teenagers can include extra tailored activities based on a child's love in sports, music, art, or other particular hobbies while participating in our basic seasonal activities, which help them re-build their self-esteem. At their camp-like treatment campus, teens can enjoy water activities on the lake, rock climbing, art projects, canoeing, and more.
Some of Venture Academy’s therapeutic approaches include motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, executive function management, and trauma-informed therapy. Venture Academy’s therapeutic approach is values-based, family-centred, and solution-oriented. Clinical and therapy programs are designed to invite positive change, build skills, focus on solutions and re-establish family attachments with parents and the family unit central to our founding mission. Goals and plans are aimed at supporting youth and families in overcoming struggles and developing and maintaining healthy lifestyles and relationships.
Additionally, Venture Academy provides customized academic support and stimulating engagement to help students regain confidence and get back on track. Additionally, they impart crucial learning techniques that educate students how to organize their time, prepare projects, and study.
Positive, healthful, and regulated leisure activities take the place of idle time and excessive use of electronics. Additionally, there is a focus on physical health and fitness throughout their time at Venture Academy. Teenagers can include extra tailored activities based on a child's love in sports, music, art, or other particular hobbies while participating in our basic seasonal activities, which help them re-build their self-esteem. At their camp-like treatment campus, teens can enjoy water activities on the lake, rock climbing, art projects, canoeing, and more.
Who This Center Serves
Adolescents
Amenities & Features
Access to Nature
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Recreation Room
Walking Trails
Services Offered
What to Expect at Venture Academy
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 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.
Contact Information
Quick Facts
| Program | 30+ days |
| Capacity | 16-30 beds |
| Focus | This center treats substance u... |
| Insurance | 24 accepted |
Therapies & Methods
Treatment Philosophy
Evidence-Based
Personalized Treatment
Individual Treatment
Conditions & Substances Treated
Alcohol
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction
Insurance Accepted
Venture Academy works with 24 insurance providers.
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Information last verified: April 2026 · Data sourced from SAMHSA