Residential Trauma Treatment
Willow Hills Wellness is a teen trauma treatment center providing supportive care in a residential setting.
Trauma Treatment for Teens
At Willow Hills Wellness, we specialize in teen trauma treatment, providing a safe and supportive residential program for adolescents ages 12-17 in Riverside County. Our approach focuses on addressing trauma at its root, offering comprehensive care that supports both mental health and substance abuse recovery. We combine individualized therapy with holistic methods, ensuring family involvement is integrated into the healing process to foster long-term wellness and resilience.
Adolescence is a crucial period for emotional and psychological growth, and when mental health or substance abuse issues arise, they can hinder a young person’s development and overall well-being. At Willow Hills Wellness, we’re dedicated to helping teens overcome mental health challenges, guiding them toward healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our six-bed facility offers a warm, welcoming environment where teens feel safe, supported, and comfortable throughout their healing journey.
Teen Trauma Treatment at Willow Hills Wellness
Teen trauma treatment focuses on helping adolescents process and heal from deeply distressing experiences that impact their emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Trauma can stem from various sources, such as abuse, neglect, the loss of a loved one, accidents, or witnessing violence. For teens, unaddressed trauma can lead to mental health challenges, substance abuse, behavioral issues, and difficulties forming healthy relationships.
Behavioral therapies play a crucial role in treating trauma in teens by helping them identify and manage negative thought patterns and behaviors that arise from their experiences. Through therapy, teens develop healthier coping mechanisms and gain control over their emotions and actions.
Family involvement is also highly beneficial in the treatment process, as it fosters a supportive environment and strengthens relationships. By actively participating, families gain a deeper understanding of the teen’s challenges and learn how to provide emotional support, promoting trust, open communication, and a stable foundation for long-term recovery.
At Willow Hills Wellness, our trauma treatment program for teens addresses not only the psychological effects of trauma but also any co-occurring issues, such as anxiety, depression, or substance use. We take a holistic approach, incorporating techniques like mindfulness, experiential therapies, and creative outlets, to help teens regain a sense of safety and control over their lives.
Therapies Used in Teen Trauma Treatment
At Willow Hills Wellness, we use a variety of therapies to help teens heal from trauma and build healthier coping skills.
Our compassionate team of licensed therapists, medical professionals, and counselors work collaboratively to create personalized treatment plans for each adolescent, fostering respect, trust, and open communication.
Focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns that influence behaviors. It helps teens reframe their thoughts about trauma and develop healthier emotional responses.
Teaches mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It’s especially useful for teens struggling with intense emotions or impulsive behaviors triggered by trauma.
Provides a safe space for teens to share their experiences with others who’ve faced similar challenges. This creates a sense of community, reduces isolation, and helps teens develop social and communication skills.
Involves family members in the healing process, fostering open communication, understanding, and support within the family unit. It helps rebuild trust and strengthens relationships, which are vital for long-term recovery.
Uses creative outlets like art therapy and music therapy to allow teens to express emotions they may struggle to verbalize. Outdoor activities promote healing through physical engagement, helping teens reconnect with their bodies and surroundings in a positive way.
At Willow Hills Wellness, we provide comprehensive medication management as part of our holistic approach to treating teen trauma. For some adolescents, medications can be an essential tool in managing the symptoms of trauma-related mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
Our experienced medical team carefully evaluates each teen’s individual needs and works closely with them and their families to develop a personalized medication plan. Regular monitoring ensures that medications are both safe and effective, with adjustments made as necessary to support the teen’s overall healing process. Our goal is to use medication as a complementary resource, combined with therapy, to promote long-term recovery and stability.
Building Futures with Care & Support
Causes of Trauma in Teens
Trauma in teens can stem from a variety of experiences that overwhelm their ability to cope emotionally. Common causes of trauma include physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, neglect, witnessing domestic violence, or the sudden loss of a loved one. Other sources of trauma might be accidents, natural disasters, bullying, or being exposed to community violence. Teens may also experience trauma through events like parental separation, serious illness, or moving frequently. Each of these types of trauma can disrupt a teen’s emotional and psychological development, leading to mental health challenges, behavioral issues, or difficulties forming healthy relationships if left unaddressed.
Symptoms of Trauma
Teens who have experienced trauma often display a range of emotional, behavioral, and physical symptoms. Trauma can deeply affect how a young person thinks, feels, and responds to the world around them, and these effects can manifest in various ways.1 Some teens may withdraw from friends and family, while others may act out aggressively or engage in risky behaviors.1 It’s important to recognize the signs of trauma early so that appropriate support and treatment can be provided.
Common symptoms of trauma in teens include:
- Emotional symptoms: Anxiety, depression, mood swings, irritability, and feelings of hopelessness.
- Behavioral changes: Withdrawal from loved ones, increased aggression, difficulty concentrating, or trouble in school.
- Physical symptoms: Headaches, stomachaches, fatigue, or other unexplained aches and pains.
- Flashbacks or nightmares: Reliving the traumatic event, either during the day or through disturbing dreams.
- Hypervigilance: Constantly feeling on edge, easily startled, or overly alert to potential dangers.
- Substance use: Turning to drugs or alcohol as a way to cope with overwhelming emotions.
Recognizing these symptoms can help families and caregivers seek early intervention, which is critical for the teen’s long-term well-being.
We’re Here to Help
At Willow Hills Wellness in Riverside, CA, we specialize in compassionate and comprehensive teen trauma treatment designed to help adolescents heal from their most challenging experiences. Our holistic approach addresses the root causes of trauma, offering a range of therapies tailored to each teen’s unique needs. With a dedicated team of professionals and a nurturing environment, we’re committed to empowering teens to overcome their struggles and build brighter, healthier futures. At Willow Hills Wellness, every teen is given the tools and support they need to thrive, with family involvement and individualized care playing key roles in the recovery process. Contact our admissions team today to learn more or to get started.
