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Northwest Journey - Eagle River
Northwest Journey - Eagle River
About Northwest Journey - Eagle River
Focused on helping children and adolescents manage emotional and behavioral difficulties, Northwest Journey - Eagle River is a community-based mental health day treatment program addressing depression and anxiety. They offer full-day and half-day care for children who need more support than weekly counseling. Located on South Fifth Street in Eagle River, Wisconsin, their program helps children develop daily routines and remain connected to family and community life.
Addressing Everyday Challenges
Their individualized treatment plans combine one-on-one counseling, family therapy, and structured group activities. They address relationship difficulties, self-esteem, anger management, and communication through educational discussions and practical exercises. Recreational therapy and life skills activities give children opportunities to practice social interaction and healthy decision-making. Their strengths-based, trauma-informed approach considers each child's abilities and emotional needs while involving families throughout treatment.
Planning Care Around Each Child
Northwest Journey typically enrolls children for 3-9 months, adjusting treatment and discharge planning to individual needs. They coordinate with county agencies, schools, and families to prepare for changes in care and support continued progress. Their program also arranges transportation to and from treatment and provides recommendations for services after discharge. Their goal is to reduce the need for out-of-home placement while supporting family stability.
