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Align Adolescent Recovery for Boys

Substance Use and Mental Health
Residential
4.0
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Insurance

Align helps teenage boys in grades 9-12 who are navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, executive functioning challenges, substance use addiction, difficulty with traditional school settings, and family conflict or behavioral issues. This dual-diagnosis residential program doubles as an accredited recovery high-school—so clinical healing and academic progress happen together. Their campus is a setting where bright, stuck teens rebuild confidence, catch up in school, and start to breathe again.

Unlock Full Potential

At Align Adolescent Recovery, treatment is a steady, relational path that meets each student where he is and helps him grow in every direction. Recovery is the foundation, and from there they build holistically with evidence-based therapy, 12-Step support, and experiential learning. They provide education with an on-site high school, turning feelings of stress around academics into self-confidence. They treat every student as capable—because he is—and they unlock that potential with clear expectations and patience. Families are involved too, repairing trust so change can happen at home.

Find Adventure on the Ranch

On a 100-acre ranch just outside Tucson, Align’s campus is set beneath wide skies, with horse trails winding through it. Daily life at treatment blends wellness and real-world challenges: cold plunge and sauna sessions paired with dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) meditation to calm the nervous system; then sports, a fully-equipped fitness center, and time on the skate park, batting cages, soccer, and volleyball courts. Adventure abounds here—with paintball on-campus, rock climbing, and hiking—so teens practice resilience while they heal. The facility also offers a fully equipped music room, recording studio and art room - allowing creativity to flourish. The shared living space feels homey and has an intimate, family feel.

Launch a Smooth Transition Plan

Aftercare at Align is about making life post-treatment feel doable and hopeful. Long before graduation, the family unit starts building a step-down plan that fits real life. When it’s time to launch, Align helps students choose the right next step—whether it’s heading home with a clear structure, continuing in their transitional living partner Pivot, or layering in outpatient care. The team coordinates the handoffs, so everyone leaves with a concrete roadmap and people who already know the student.

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Highlights from the Center

  • Equine Therapy

  • Licensed for Both Addiction & Mental Health

  • Adolescents

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats substance use disorders and mental health conditions....
Accreditation
Joint Commission
Typical Program Length
5-7 months
Founded in 2008
18 years in business
Occupancy
16-30 beds
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, Anger, Anxiety, Codependency +9 More
Substance Use We Treat
Alcohol, Chronic Relapse, Co-Occurring Disorders, Drug Addiction +1 More
Testimonial
I can’t say enough about what Align has done for our son and our family! We are on the East Coast, so sending our son 2500 miles away was a tough decision. But after researching lots of different programs throughout the country, Align just felt different. Other programs didn’t seem to have the same level of program direction and therapeutic sophistication, but more importantly, didn’t feel like they had the same level of commitment to the individual and their unique path to recovery. These were the most important factors to us, especially given our son’s major struggle was not substance abuse but rather other areas of mental health. Every aspect of the program is designed to give the kids a sense of purpose and build self-confidence. We look forward to him finishing the program strong and coming out the other end as a more resilient person who feels empowered to face challenges with more confidence.
MN
Maribeth N.
How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Provider's Policy: Although Align is an out-of-network with all insurance carriers, many families receive significant reimbursement for services when coverage is confirmed and medical necessity is documented. We work hard to maximize what your plan may reimburse—and will handle that process for you.
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Payment

Pricing and Program Length

Per Month
$13,500
(833) 854-6234
Achieve Academic Success Confidently
Achieve Academic Success Confidently
Align weaves school into healing through their fully-accredited high school—where students can earn transferable credits while learning in a way that actually fits them. From day one, each student receives a personalized plan and self-paced courses, with a model that lets them revise work until a concept truly clicks. Academic supports are built in for learning differences like ADHD and executive-function challenges. As graduation nears, Align’s team guides college and career readiness with exam prep, goal setting, and transition planning.
Cultivate Resilience through Horsemanship
Cultivate Resilience through Horsemanship
The horsemanship program at Align offers an experience that goes beyond riding—it’s about building trust and emotional growth. Students begin by learning essential horse care routines, like feeding and grooming, and developing a trusting relationship with the horse. As they progress, they move into relationship-based riding, where the focus is on connection rather than performance. Led by trauma-informed therapists, each session is designed to be emotionally safe and recovery-oriented, helping students build resilience and find insights into their relational patterns.
Strengthen the Family Connection
Strengthen the Family Connection
At Align, families receive clear, step-by-step help from day one. Each family is paired with a dedicated family liaison. Every other week, they can join a family support group to ask questions and learn from others. Once a month, they attend live online classes to understand treatment and what works at home. Families also have weekly therapy sessions with their child’s primary therapist, plus several hands-on family intensive weekends to practice skills and plan next steps.
Build Leadership through International Adventure
Build Leadership through International Adventure
For students who have shown steady leadership, academic effort, and commitment to sobriety, Align’s international expeditions—think Peru, Nepal, South Africa, or Tanzania—are milestones earned. Students fundraise, research, write essays, and plan service projects; then they step into safaris or treks, and do hands-on work with orphanages, clinics, or educational programs. Along the way, they learn to practice gratitude, grapple with privilege, and learn what social responsibility looks like.

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Joint Commission Accredited

Joint Commission Accredited

Licensed by Arizona DHS

Licensed by Arizona DHS

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Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Patrick Barrasso

Patrick Barrasso

CEO/Co-Founder

LCSW

Betsy Barrasso

Betsy Barrasso

Co-Founder

Tony Barrasso

Tony Barrasso

Chief Operating Officer

MPA, LMS, MA

Tiffany Barrasso-Gallego

Tiffany Barrasso-Gallego

Academy Admissions Director, Clinical Director

LCSW

Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Adolescents
ADHD
Anxiety
Trauma
Boys

Who We Treat

Adolescents
Boys

Treatment Services

Day Treatment
Intensive Outpatient Program
Outpatient
Residential

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Family Involvement
Holistic
Twelve Step

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Adventure Therapy
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Equine Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Eye Movement Therapy (EMDR)

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD
Anger
Anxiety
Codependency
Depression
Gaming
Grief and Loss
Internet Addiction
Neurodiversity

Substances We Treat

Alcohol
Chronic Relapse
Co-Occurring Disorders
Drug Addiction
Marijuana
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Air-Conditioned Rooms
Bathroom Essentials
Laundry Service
Outdoor Space
Shared Bathroom
Shared Rooms
Snacks
Welcome Package

Amenities

Access to Nature
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Chef-prepared Meals
Recreation Room
Sauna
Volleyball Court
Walking Trails

Special Considerations

Healthy Meals are provided
Smoke-free Campus
Family Program

Activities

Yoga
AA/NA Meetings
Cooking Classes
Farming, Gardening
Fishing
Horseback Riding
Volleyball
Physical Fitness

Off-Site Activities

Movies
Hiking
Adventure Outings
Rock Climbing
Snowboarding
Skiing

Off-Site Amenities

Excursions
Airport Transfers

Smoking and Vaping Policy

Smoking Not Allowed
Vaping Not Allowed
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs 13,500 Per Month All Inclusive.
The following therapies are included: group therapy, 1-on-1 counseling and more.
Tucson, Arizona, United States.
Although Align is an out-of-network with all insurance carriers, many families receive significant reimbursement for services when coverage is confirmed and medical necessity is documented. We work hard to maximize what your plan may reimburse—and will handle that process for you.
The typical length is 5-7 months.
Align Adolescent Recovery for Boys provides day treatment, intensive outpatient program and more.