Adolescent Recovery & Wellness, located at 1200 S. Main St. in Searcy, provides specialized care for youth ages 12–17 experiencing substance use disorders (SUD), with or without co-occurring mental health conditions.

Treatment is designed for adolescents who require a structured, supportive environment with 24-hour supervision to achieve recovery and develop healthy coping skills.

The program serves individuals struggling with a wide range of substances, including alcohol, marijuana, opioids, benzodiazepines, amphetamines, hallucinogens, and synthetic substances such as Delta-8 and Kratom.

Admission is based on clinical necessity and appropriateness for treatment. Patients must meet ASAM Level 3.5 criteria for Clinically Managed High-Intensity Residential Services and be medically and emotionally stable. The program is not designed for acute psychiatric emergencies or medical detoxification services.

Both voluntary and court-involved referrals are considered.

Successful admission requires participation and commitment from both the adolescent and their parents or legal guardian.

Program Features & Clinical Services

The program utilizes a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach to treatment, recognizing the impact of trauma on adolescent development and recovery.

Services include:

Individual therapy
Group therapy
Family therapy
Psychiatric evaluation and medication management
Psychoeducation
Relapse prevention planning
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Matrix Model-informed interventions
12-Step recovery support
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) services as available
The program follows an abstinence-based recovery model while incorporating education and planning to support long-term recovery and safety.

Educational Support

To help students remain academically engaged during treatment, educational services are provided by licensed special education teachers who coordinate with the patient’s home school whenever appropriate.

Recreation & Enrichment

Recovery is supported through structured recreational and leisure activities that promote healthy socialization, physical activity, and skill development.

Activities may include:

Community outings
Parks and outdoor recreation
Movies and special events
Table games and recreation
Supervised leisure activities
Therapeutic group activities

Family Involvement

Family participation is an essential component of recovery.

The program offers:

Weekly visitation opportunities
Regularly scheduled phone calls with approved family members
Family therapy services
Family education and psychoeducation programming
Visitation and family engagement opportunities are designed to strengthen family relationships and support successful recovery after discharge.

Discharge Planning & Continuing Care

Discharge planning begins at admission and focuses on helping adolescents successfully transition back to their home and community.

Services include:

Individualized aftercare planning
Referrals to outpatient treatment providers and community resources
Coordination with existing providers when appropriate and authorized
Family education and recovery support planning
Harm reduction education, including overdose prevention resources for families affected by opioid use

Admissions Process

Referrals are welcomed from families, healthcare providers, schools, community agencies, and other professionals.

Admissions inquiries are accepted Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., including holidays. Each referral undergoes a comprehensive pre-admission screening conducted by an admissions specialist or intake coordinator.

Families can typically expect a response within 24 hours, with final admission determinations generally completed within 48 hours following clinical review, information gathering, and insurance verification.

Adolescent Recovery & Wellness

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