“We are so proud of how far our son has come and we are so excited for where he can go in his life.”
Addiction Treatment Program for Teen Boys
Lakeside Academy is a premier residential treatment and recovery center for boys 14 – 18 years old, who need help managing their mental health and building recovery skills. Set on 48 acres in Buffalo, Minnesota, Lakeside Academy offers licensed substance use disorder treatment, mental health, and other counseling services with a faith-based option available. Our on-site public school includes conventional, online, and project-based learning.
Our typical student
- Boys aged 14-18
- Primary diagnosis is substance use; experimenting with drugs/alcohol; may have history of Substance Use Disorder treatment
- Mild or moderate mental health as secondary issue; anxiety, depression, grief, loss, etc.
- May have legal troubles; delinquency; truancy; low-level offender; may need to satisfy conditions of court or probation
- Trouble in school: Client may be on an Individual Education Plan (IEP) at school [federal classification 1 or 2]; needs a fresh start in a new school setting
"I didn't just stop using drugs and stay the same person. I stopped using drugs and I'm a completely new person - everything has changed."
Anthony
Graduate
Program Details
Lakeside Academy offers a holistic approach to treatment for boys ages 14 – 18 who need help managing their mental health and building recovery skills. Our staff of licensed clinicians and caregivers are passionate about pouring into the youth we serve by providing routine, structure, psychoeducation, counseling, values-based programming, and character development. At Lakeside Academy, we offer specialized, at-risk youth programs in Minnesota.
Stabilization
Our stabilization process helps young people overcome dependence on drugs and alcohol under medical oversight. Withdrawal symptoms are managed with medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
Residential Treatment
Our beautiful Minnesota campus offers a safe, comfortable, and nonjudgmental space that promotes long-term recovery by providing a supported, structured environment with 24-hour care.
On-Site High School
We focus on your child's recovery and run a licensed education program to make sure your child doesn't slip back academically.
Serene Locations with Outdoor Activities
Having a beautiful campus which overlooks Lake Charlotte allows us the opportunity to get out into nature and connect.
Medication Assisted Treatment
With medically assisted treatment, a team of clinicians monitors the clients' blood pressure and heart rate while they are in withdrawal.
Team of Clinical Providers
Everyone is treated by a team consisting of licensed therapists and chemical dependency counselors.
Parent Weekends
We understand how difficult drug and alcohol abuse can be for both teens and their parents. That is why we incorporate the whole family unit into our treatment, with our parents weekends.
24/7 Staff Support
All teens receive 24/7 support from our professional team if needed.
Admissions
Our expert admissions team is available Monday through Friday from 8am-4pm (CST) and can be reached at 844-768-8336. Our staff may ask you for some preliminary information, such as:
- Age
- Prior treatment or counseling
- Medications
- Legal obligations
- Insurance/benefits information
We are committed to helping troubled teen boys who are heading down the wrong path due to substance use. We have a safe and affordable natural setting for teens who are struggling with addiction that has led to anger and behavioral issues.
We are built on a foundation of Christian faith – fostering new behaviors, character development, and helping each boy recognize who they were created to be. We do this by providing an amazing environment where they can truly feel like they belong and create new, positive relationships.
Insurance Coverage
We know that financing teen therapy can make all the difference in receiving quality treatment. Lakeside Academy works with the following health insurance plans to support you and your family in an effort to access the most effective and compassionate adolescent mental healthcare.
