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Ojai, CA

Mental Health & Addiction Treatment for Teens

Residential Treatment at Evolve Ojai

24/7 On-Site Care For Teens

Evolve Ojai is located in a private, peaceful neighborhood in the heart of Ojai, nestled in the hills of Ventura County. Our traditional 3,548 sqft home has been designed to provide a safe, nurturing environment where adolescents can focus on their emotional growth.

Evolve Ojai offers a serene, nurturing setting in the scenic Ojai Valley, perfect for families seeking mental health support for teens. Surrounded by the majestic Topatopa Mountains and rich in artistic culture, Ojai promotes healing and reflection. Visitors can explore the Ojai Valley Museum, enjoy organic cuisine, and find inspiration in the peaceful ambiance of this small-town retreat, known for its “Pink Moment” sunsets and natural beauty. With its focus on well-being and holistic recovery, Ojai provides an ideal environment for adolescent healing and growth.

In-House Chef

Daily nutritious home-cooked meals for your teen

Big Backyard

Large outdoor space ready for outdoor groups & dining

Outdoor Pool

Gated pool with certified cpr & safety staff

Inside Gym

Fully equipped gym for weights, yoga & more

School Room​

Dedicated room with computers for heads-down work

Nice Bedrooms

Comfy bedrooms built for healthy sleep habits

Meet Your Regional Clinical Director at Ojai

“At Evolve residential treatment, our mission is to empower teens to overcome their different challenges. I work with the on-site Clinical Director and Primary Therapists to meet each teen and family’s individual needs by providing quality and evidenced based care. Our treatment goals focus on helping teens develop healthy coping skills, build emotional resilience, and promote long term wellbeing. In residential treatment, we create a nurturing and structured environment to help teens feel like they have a space to belong, learn, and grow in order to thrive both in treatment and in their life.”

Lianne Tendler, LMFT | Regional Clinical Director

Residential Programs For Teens at Evolve

Evolve Ojai specializes in residential treatment programs for teens ages 12-17 who are experiencing mental health, substance use, and/or behavioral challenges. Our Admissions Team helps parents determine the appropriate level of care needed for each teen. Learn more about the two programs below.

Residential Treatment (RTC)

Residential treatment programs for teens represent a higher level of care, enabling lasting behavioral changes with 24/7 support.

Max 6 Clients

45 - 60 Days

24/7 Supervision

Weekly Services In Evolve Residential Programs

Evolve Values Your Teen's Safety
Licensing & Accreditation

Accredited by CARF and The Joint Commission.

Monitoring Methods

Line-of-sight and line-of-hearing policies & cameras in place to ensure safety.

Staffing Ratios
High staff ratios ensure personalized care, with 1:1 supervision available if needed.
Overnight Safety

Rooms have overnight monitoring systems with sensor stickers, 15-minute bed checks, and constant line-of-sight of bedroom doors.

Dangerous Objects
Sharp and dangerous objects are locked away, with regular safety checks and sharps counts. All areas are locked when not in use.
24/7 Staffing
Trained counselors support clients throughout all hours of day and night. Licensed clinicians and psychiatrists on call 24/7.

Our Clinical Approach

Evolve’s therapeutic approach is evidence-based and behavioral. In our standard clinical model, we provide psychiatry, a strong DBT skills-training component, along with other evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and others. The combination of therapeutic approaches in each treatment plan depends on the adolescent’s specific needs in treatment.

Our therapeutic approaches include:

Understanding the Admissions Process

Take the first step toward restoring balance, harmony, and peace to your family.

Step 1: Understanding Your Situation

When you reach out to us, we listen. We want to understand who you are, what’s going on in your family. A compassionate and skilled Admissions Coordinator will guide you through the process and answer any questions you have about Evolve’s programs. We will also answer questions in relation to payment and insurance coverage. Evolve works with most private insurance companies on an in-network and out-of-network basis. We talk to your insurance provider and advocate for you to maximize your benefits at every level of care. 

When you reach out to us, we listen. We want to understand who you are, what’s going on in your family. A compassionate and skilled Admissions Coordinator will guide you through the process and answer any questions you have about Evolve’s programs. We will also answer questions in relation to payment and insurance coverage.

From the moment your child admits, you’ll see first-hand the warmth and comfort that defines the Evolve experience for teens and their families. Finally, treatment begins. You can rest assured knowing your child is in a safe, comfortable, supportive environment surrounded by a dedicated team of compassionate, experienced mental health and addiction experts.

We know this is a huge step for you and your family. We understand it won’t be easy. Yes, there may be tears. Yes, it may be hard to drive away. But one thing we’ve learned in all our years working with adolescents: treatment works.

Meet Our Director of Admissions

As Director of Admissions, I will support you through the entire admission process. I work with your on-site clinical director and primary therapist and am here to answer any questions you may have and direct you through any barriers that may come up throughout the process. My goal is to become your extended family member and confidant from the initial call to the day of intake.”

Megan Johnston, LMFT | Director of Admissions

Hope Has a Home at Evolve

Contact our admissions team today to learn more or to schedule a free assessment!

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