Do not consider this school. You may be desperate, but you will only further traumatize and hurt your child. Our child was here for five months and sustained racism, physical harm, bullying and neglect by the staff. Staffing is horrible. Adults allowed fighting. STAY AWAY!!
About Calo Programs
Calo Programs is a residential treatment center in Lake Ozark, Missouri serving boys and young men ages nine to 25 who face mental health and substance use challenges.
The program treats trauma and depression, anxiety and attachment disorders, ADHD and autism spectrum disorder, and co-occurring substance use through attachment based therapy and family involvement with experiential approaches.
Calo’s mission is to help young people heal through healthy relationships building the social and emotional skills needed for lasting growth.
Attachment Based Residential Treatment for Teens and Young Adults
Calo’s core specialty is attachment focused residential care for boys ages nine to 18 and young men ages 18 to 28.
Rooted in attachment theory and family systems work the program combines clinically sophisticated interventions with a highly relational environment staffed 24 hours by therapists, nurses, and trained professionals.
Residents participate in counseling alongside experiential activities that build confidence and connection. Treatment addresses underlying trauma and relational wounds while teaching life skills with an on-campus school available so teens can continue their education during care.
Nature-Based Healing for Young Men
The Calo Young Adults program supports men navigating the transition into adulthood through a nature based residential setting near the Lake of the Ozarks.
Young men focus on building healthy relationships, managing mental health, and developing independent living skills in a structured and peaceful environment designed to feel safe and supportive.
Latest Reviews
Thank u for trying yalls best to help me I really miss yall thank u
Our son has been at CALO for almost two months and it's the first time we've felt hope in a long time. Seeing the family engagement and the compassion they show my child is refreshing and makes me feel like we made the right choice!
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for sharing your experience! We are thrilled to hear that you feel hopeful and supported at CALO. We are dedicated to providing compassionate care and fostering family engagement. We appreciate your trust in us.
If your child’s reactive behaviors keep your family in safety protocols, constant crisis and recovery cycles, inpatient and short-term residential placements that are not making a dent, then CALO is the place to explore as the solution you’ve been praying for.
We utilized every service our state and local community: offered mental health services, behavioral health services, in-home support, wrap around, inpatient, short-term residential over night staff in our home, and still our family was unstable without solutions to actually help our child heal his complex PTSD from his foster youth abuse history.
2025-2026 Calo staff is responsive and transparent with parents. Amazing team leads who are passionate about their work saving these kids lives by providing a safe space for them to heal in positive relationships. Therapy team is top notch with people moving their families to Lake Ozark to do this special work. Our son is safe and well connected and moving forward in his healing in ways we could not support at home: multiple therapy groups, family therapy, individual therapy, Neurofeedback, animal assisted therapy and OT. The school teachers are the best and this is the first school where our son is actually participating in academics!
Our son is having so much fun (it’s like summer camp all year round), he did not realize how much time had passed. He also says he enjoys school! That is a HUGE win! We have seen measurable progress in his self regulation and safety.
I LOVE the family days when we parents are on campus and in the kid’s homes doing activities together.
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with CALO. We are thrilled to hear about the progress your son has made and how the therapy team has been instrumental in his healing. We appreciate your feedback on the family days and are glad you feel supported by our staff. Keep up the great work! 
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Other Forms of Payment
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
Treatments
Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.
Clinical Services
Peer support within a group therapy session in Missouri allows you to interact with your peers who are also struggling with drug addiction. You can share your stories and learn how to express your emotions openly in a non judgmental setting. These strategies help to reduce your feelings of isolation which are often associated with addiction.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Recreational therapy helps you overcome addiction by engaging in activities that promote physical fitness and mental health. These activities can include team sports, art, and outdoor adventures, Each of which helps reduce your stress level, improves mood, and develops new hobbies. These are crucial to support your long term journey to sobriety.
Amenities
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Private Rooms
Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Nicole Fuglsang, MA, LPC, NCC
CEO
Dr. Jyostna Nair, MD
Psychiatric Services Director/Medical Director
Chris Austin, MA, LPC, NCC
Executive Clinical Director
Christine "Kristy" Floyd
Regional Human Resources Manager
Ryan Neal, Ed.D
Teen Boys & Preteen Executive Director
Krista Collins, M.A.
Teen Girls Executive Director
Lari Cannon, MA, MS.Ed
Transition Home Program Director
Joshua Kelley
Executive Residential Director
Accreditations
The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.
Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
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Contact Information
130 Calo Lane
Lake Ozark, MO 65049
Get Help Now - 573-231-7955
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