Asheville Academy

Mental Health

Treatment Focus

At this center, you receive personalized care for mental health conditions. They provide therapy and tailor treatment to your unique needs, diagnoses, and preferences.

School

Primary Level of Care

Integrates academic instruction with therapeutic support, helping students manage emotional or behavioral challenges while continuing their education in a structured, supportive environment.

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Private Pay

Private Pay

You pay directly for treatment out of pocket. This approach can offer enhanced privacy and flexibility, without involving insurance. Exact costs vary based on program and length of stay. Contact the center for specific details.

Set on an expansive 97 acres, this therapeutic boarding school offers 10-14 year olds a place to overcome their behavioral and emotional challenges. The team of professionals at Asheville Academy develops a plan to address and correct negative behavior patterns before they turn destructive. The youth are welcomed into a community of others that are facing similar challenges. They participate in accredited academic programming that is catered to the individual needs of the student. The center has an immersive approach to therapy and they provide frequent attention and clinical insights that lead to breakthroughs that may take years in a traditional therapeutic setting. The students receive 4 hours of weekly therapy, which can include family, individual, group, equine, psychiatric services, or parental support. Asheville Academy may be right for students who struggle with depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, autism, executive functioning, trauma, trouble with social skills, self-harm, family stress, technology overuse and attachment issues.

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AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
126 Camp Elliott Rd. Black Mountain, NC View Map
Primary Focus
At this center, you receive personalized care for mental health conditio...

Support Focus

At this center, you receive personalized care for mental health conditions. They provide therapy and tailor support to your unique needs, diagnoses, and preferences.

Typical Program Length
6-9 months
Founded in 2011
15 years in business
Conditions We Support
ADHD, ADD, Anger, Anxiety, Bipolar +10 More
Payment

Pricing and Program Length

Estimated Center Costs

The cost listed here (Call for Rates), is an estimate of program cost. Center price can vary based on program and length of stay. Contact the center for more information. Recovery.com strives for price transparency so you can make an informed decision.

6-9 months
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(888) 995-4156
Care Options

Levels of Care

Mental health care includes a range of services such as counseling, therapy, medication management, and support groups, all designed to address issues from everyday stress and anxiety to more severe conditions like depression and schizophrenia. These practices are essential for helping individuals manage their emotions, improve their relationships, and navigate life's challenges in healthier, more adaptive ways.
Residential
Intensive monitoring and care for conditions like depression, trauma, suicidality, and anxiety. Residential mental health facilities offer a safe setting with activities and structure, plus opportunities to practice life skills and bond with peers.
Outpatient
Not Offered at This Center
Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Outpatient care typically offers a range of therapies and medical interventions individuals can attend alongside daily life.
Virtual & In-Home Care
Not Offered at This Center
The delivery of therapeutic services utilizing technology such as video conferencing, online messaging or phone calls, allowing for flexibility, comfort and increased access to care.
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Licensed primary mental health facilities provide specialized care for diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. By offering early intervention and comprehensive services, they promote overall well-being and prevent long-term complications.
Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Depression

Depression

Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.

Licensed Primary Mental Health

Licensed Primary Mental Health

Some primary care providers offer mental health diagnosis and treatment. This can prevent patients from developing more serious conditions.

Girls

Who We Support

Girls

Approaches

Experiential

Experiential

Expressive tools and therapies help patients process past situations, learn more about themselves, and find healing through action.

Gender-Specific

Gender-Specific

Separate treatment for men or women can create strong peer connections and remove barriers related to trauma, shame, and gender-specific nuances.

Personalized Treatment

Personalized Treatment

The specific needs, histories, and conditions of individual patients receive personalized, highly relevant care throughout their recovery journey.

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling

1-on-1 Counseling

Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Equine Therapy

Equine Therapy

Guided interactions with trained horses, their handler, and a therapist can help patients improve their self-esteem, trust, empathy, and social skills.

Experiential Therapy

Experiential Therapy

With this approach, patients heal by doing. Therapists help patients process difficult emotions to speak, using guided activities like art or dance.

Family Therapy

Family Therapy

Family therapy addresses group dynamics within a family system, with a focus on improving communication and interrupting unhealthy relationship patterns.

Group Therapy
Psychoeducation

Psychoeducation

This method combines treatment with education, teaching patients about different paths toward recovery. This empowers them to make more effective decisions.

Recreation Therapy

Recreation Therapy

In recreation therapy, recovery can be joyful. Patients practice social skills and work through emotional triggers by engaging in fun activities.

Languages

English

Conditions We Support

ADHD, ADD

ADHD, ADD

ADHD is a common mental health condition caused by dopamine imbalance. Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivitiy, and impulsivity.

Anger

Anger

Although anger itself isn't a disorder, it can get out of hand. If this feeling interferes with your relationships and daily functioning, treatment can help.

Anxiety

Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can include excessive worry, panic attacks, physical tension, and increased blood pressure.

Bipolar

Bipolar

This mental health condition is characterized by extreme mood swings between depression, mania, and remission.

Depression

Depression

Symptoms of depression may include fatigue, a sense of numbness, and loss of interest in activities. This condition can range from mild to severe.

Gaming

Gaming

Compulsive gaming is most often a problem for children and teens. The disorder can affect physical health, sleep, and the ability to focus at school.

Grief and Loss

Grief and Loss

Grief is a natural reaction to loss, but severe grief can interfere with your ability to function. You can get treatment for this condition.

Internet Addiction

Internet Addiction

Internet addiction is common among children teens. This compulsive disorder can damage relationships, school performance, sleep habits, and physical health.

Neurodiversity
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Shared Rooms

Amenities

Access to Nature
Outdoor Space
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

While costs may vary due to program length and insurance benefits, it typically costs Call for Rates.
The following therapies are included: group therapy, 1-on-1 counseling and more.
Black Mountain, North Carolina, United States.
The typical length is 6-9 months.
Asheville Academy provides residential, therapeutic boarding school and more.

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