ARCH Academy

Arch Academy has over 30 years of experience treating young adolescent boys ages 14-18 who are struggling with alcohol and drugs as well as co-occurring disorders. Arch Academy first opened their doors in 1966 and then expanded in 1985 to create wide open spaces to help adolescent boys take their time in recovery. They understand that because teens are in a critical developmental stage in their lives, and that recovery for them looks different then it would for an adult. They use the 12-Step program for addiction and focus on treating the whole client. They have a comprehensive program that addresses the addiction, underlying co-occurring disorder, family difficulties, relational barriers, and low academic confidence. At Arch Academy, they have medical detox, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family system therapy, 12-Step group and education, experiential therapies, medication management for co-occurring disorders, psychiatric care, daily group therapy, individual and group therapy, a treatment progress incentive program, and a community service projects. Arch Academy has a clinical program that is three phases. Phase 1 is 30-45 days long, and they focus on getting a clear assessment of the teen through a variety of evaluations that are conducted by therapist, physicians, and psychiatric. During phase 1, the family will participate in an intensive program so that Arch Academy can get a better understanding of the addiction and family dynamic. During phase 2, the program length is between 90-120 days. This stage is progress dependent, since the client has been clean long enough to dig deeper into the 12-Step program. During phase 2, the client works on the core reason behind the addiction and focuses on coping skills. At the end of phase 2, clients focus on the transition plan of returning home or the next phase. Next is phase 3, the transition phase, and this phase is generally 2-4 weeks. Clients work on their transition plan during phase 3 with clear academic goals and 12-Step home recovery plan. Some experiential therapies include art therapy, music therapy, yoga and mindfulness, and recreational therapy like ropes courses. Arch Academy is in network with over 40 commercial insurance companies, and they also have a self pay option. Phase 1 is 30 days and runs $22,500, phase 2 is 4-6 months and runs $9,000 a month, and phase 3 is 1-2 months and runs $9,000 a month.

Arch Academy is nestled in a lush, wooded area just outside Nashville and within walking distance to hiking trails and the Harpeth River. Clients can roam on over 67 acres of land at Arch Academy. They have shared and private rooms with shared bathrooms. Clients can enjoy fishing, hiking, walking the trails, a ropes course, swimming in the local river, and off-site adventurous outings.