Parent Resources: Getting Your Teen Treatment

How it Works 

At MCAW, we understand that choosing the right treatment center for your child can be difficult. Our priority is to help families navigate admission into treatment with comfort and ease. Our team of professionals is committed to standing by your side every step of the way. Give our admissions team a call to at 855.940.6229 to get started today!  

Admissions Process 

The process at MCAW begins with a call to our Admissions Team at 855.940.6229. During this call, our knowledgeable and supportive Admissions Team will obtain the pertinent clinical and demographic information to begin the assessment process. Typically, parents or legal guardians will make the first call to our team and provide the details about their adolescent. 

If the candidate for admission is currently at another treatment facility or has recently been hospitalized, we may request that certain records be forwarded for clinical review: 

• Most recent psychiatric evaluation 
• Most recent history and physical 
• Most recent psycho-social history 
• Most recent clinical notes (if currently in a treatment program) 
• List of current medications, including dosage and frequency 
• Other clinical or educational records that may be useful 

Once the clinical information has been reviewed by our admissions team, a determination of viability is given. For those adolescents who are not accepted for treatment, a reason for the denial is provided, and recommendations for other adolescent treatment options. 

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Admission Criteria 

The primary criteria we consider when admitting an adolescent is their ability to benefit from the treatment methods we offer at MCAW. In addition, we require the patient to be medically and psychiatrically stable. 

If your loved one meets the following admissions criteria, please call us to discuss which type of treatment might be best. 

• Diagnosed as having a mental health condition 
• Between 13 and 17 years old 
• Able to participate in treatment programming and services 
• Free of major medical conditions 
• Other clinical or educational records may be useful 
• Initiates and participates in social interaction with staff supervision 

If you have any questions about our admissions criteria or the treatment options we offer, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our team of professionals is always available to provide support and guidance as you make decisions for your child’s well-being. 

Our Commitment to Teens and Families 

At MCAW, we understand that the decision to admit your child for treatment can be difficult and emotional. That’s why we are committed to providing a supportive and compassionate environment for both teens and their families. 

We strive to create an individualized treatment plan for each adolescent, taking into consideration their unique needs and experiences. Our team of professionals works closely with the family to ensure effective communication and involvement in the treatment process. 

In addition, we offer ongoing support for families even after their child completes our program. We believe that open communication and collaboration between the teen, family, school, and community is crucial for long-term success.