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What is Therapeutic Placement?

Therapeutic placement is the process of identifying the right out-of-home treatment or educational setting when local resources are no longer enough.

At Haven Family Solutions, I partner with families to evaluate needs, explore trusted programs, and move forward with purpose and insight.

 

With over 25 ears of experience, I have helped families navigate some of their most difficult seasons—with professionalism, research-driven strategy, and unwavering support.

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Who I Help

Whether you're a parent, guardian, or family member, I am here to help you find the right next step for your loved one.

I work with families seeking placement for:​​​​

  • Children and adolescents​

  • Young adults struggling to find direction and become independent.

  • Adults experiencing mental health or recovery challenges

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Common Concerns:

Emotional & Behavioral

  • Anxiety, depression, trauma

  • Identity confusion or low self-worth

  • Withdrawal, aggression, or oppositional behaviors

  • Personality Disorders

Addiction & Coping

  • Substance use and chemical dependency

  • Technology, pornography, or unhealthy relationship patterns

  • Self-harm and disordered eating

Neurodiversity & Learning

  • ADHD, autism spectrum, executive functioning challenges, PDA (demand avoidance)

  • School avoidance or academic burnout

  • College and workforce readiness 

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I tailor every recommendation to meet your loved one’s unique academic, emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric needs —always with family wellbeing in mind.
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Every Journey is Different

No two families face the same path. Some seek early intervention, others need immediate support in crisis. Wherever you’re starting, I help match you with services, programs, retreats, wellness intensives, or interventions that reflect your needs, values, and long-term goals.

Why Haven?

Finding the right program is a big decision—one you shouldn’t have to navigate alone. With over 25 years of experience, Haven Family Solutions offers unbiased, research-informed guidance to help you choose with confidence.

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I personally visit programs, maintain trusted networks, and never accept referral fees — so every recommendation reflects what’s best for your family.

My Approach

My approach is grounded in integrity, objectivity, and open communication, and I remain a steady partner through every step of the journey.​  I follow a clear, four-step process designed to bring clarity and peace of mind during times of uncertainty:

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  1. Assessment – Understand the full picture, including emotional, academic, and behavioral needs.

  2. Program Research & Matching – Identify trusted programs aligned with your goals and values.

  3. Placement & Action – Guide you through next steps, admissions, and transition planning.

  4. Monitoring & Support – Stay connected to ensure progress and ongoing stability.

 

Through this hands-on process, I help families avoid costly missteps, choose programs that truly fit, and move forward with confidence.

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Finding the Right Fit for Your Family

Every family’s situation is unique—and so are the solutions. Based on your needs, I may recommend one of several trusted program types designed to foster growth, stability, and long-term success.

Residential Schools & Programs

For adolescents or young adults who need consistent therapeutic and academic support in a 24-hour structured environment.  Residential programs offer stability and comprehensive care.

These settings may include:

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  • Short-term and long-term residential treatment

  • Therapeutic boarding schools

  • Psychiatric stabilization settings

  • Schools for learning differences

  • Young adult treatment and transition programs

Alternative Boarding Schools

When traditional schooling isn’t working, alternative boarding schools provide smaller communities, experiential learning, and individualized support that rebuilds confidence and connection.

These options may include:

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  • Traditional boarding schools
    (when appropriate)

  • Schools for learning differences

  • Nature- and farm-based programs

  • College readiness programs

  • Workforce readiness programs

Therapeutic Programs

Therapeutic programs focus on emotional healing, behavioral stabilization, and long-term growth through structured, evidence-based modalities.

These options may include:

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  • Recovery and dual-diagnosis programs

  • Wilderness, nature based, and adventure therapy

  • Healing Trauma workshops

  • Residential treatment programs for all ages

  • Extended psychiatric treatment to independent living 

Wellness Retreats & Intensives

For those seeking short-term, high-impact opportunities for renewal, wellness retreats and intensives provide focused spaces for reflection, healing, and growth. Ideal for those who don't need intensive treatment but a growth opportunity to expand their current mindset and explore new possibilities.

These options may include:

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  • In-home wraparound and case management services

  • Healing Trauma workshops (when holistic or retreat-based)

  • Family or individual intensives

  • Gap year and summer camps

  • International travel or semester abroad in a supportive, growth oriented setting

  • College readiness programs

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Next Steps

Whether you’re exploring options or need urgent support, I'm here.

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  • Schedule a free 20-minute consultation

  • Call directly if immediate placement is needed
     

Let’s find the right path—together.

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