Residential Treatment at Evolve Cole Ranch
24/7 On-Site Care For Teens
Evolve Cole Ranch is located in Encinitas, a beachside community in the North County area of San Diego. With no more than six teens in treatment at a time, this residential location offers innovative, effective, evidence-based support. Our teenagers feel like they’re in a personal, individualized recovery center designed to meet their specific therapeutic needs—because that’s exactly where they are.
Residential Programs For Teens at Evolve
Evolve Cole Ranch 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
- 3 Individual Therapy Sessions
- 2 Family Therapy Sessions
- Individualized Treatment Plans
- Frequent Daily Group Therapy Sessions
- Adherent DBT Skills Training
- Experiential Therapies (Equine, Art, Music, Yoga, Surf & Hiking)
- Psychiatry & Nursing
- Weekly Outings
- Aftercare Planning
Evolve Values Your Teen's Safety
Accredited by CARF and The Joint Commission.
Line-of-sight and line-of-hearing policies & cameras in place to ensure safety.
Rooms have overnight monitoring systems with sensor stickers, 15-minute bed checks, and constant line-of-sight of bedroom doors.
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:
About This Location
In-House Chef
Daily nutritious home-cooked meals for your teen
Big Backyard
Expansive outdoor space with seating areas
Recreation
Gated outdoor pool and fun indoor games
Inside Gym
Fully equipped gym for weights, yoga & more
School Room
Dedicated room with computers for school work
Nice Bedrooms
Comfy bedrooms built for healthy sleep habits
Understanding the Admissions Process
Take the first step toward restoring balance, harmony, and peace to your family.
Step 1: Start the Conversation
Step 2: Free Clinical Assessment
We’ll get to know your teen and assess what level of care is clinically appropriate, ensuring Evolve is the right fit. If we’re not the right fit, we’ll provide referrals to programs that better meet your teen’s needs.
Step 3: A Safe, Supportive Start
On your teen’s first day, you’ll be welcomed by our team, guided through the intake process, and have a chance to tour the program. Your teen will begin their journey in a safe, nurturing environment surrounded by caring professionals.
Visit our Admissions Page to learn more about what to expect and how to get started.
Or call us today for a free assessment:
📞 1-800-665-4769
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