Elevations RTC

About Elevations RTC

Elevations RTC is a residential treatment center that treats mental health concerns, behavioral health problems, and academic concerns. They treat adolescents of any gender between the ages of 13 and 18. You can find them in Syracuse, Utah, just north of Salt Lake City.

They are able to treat substance use and co-occurring disorders here while providing a normal school experience, setting kids up for wellness and success.

High Volume of Substance Use Sessions

If your teen is experiencing substance use disorder, they’ll receive up to 25 hours of clinical contact each week that focuses on substance use recovery. This high level of interaction creates the adequate support needed for overcoming the effects of drug and alcohol addiction.

The overarching theme in every session is finding hope and acceptance. The care team takes a strength-based approach that builds teens’ confidence and helps them let go of self-destructive behaviors and beliefs.

Take Ownership of Behavior

Elevations also helps teens take responsibility for their choices and the effects of their actions. Kids can’t blame their unhealthy behavior patterns on their parents or friends and refuse to change – they learn about agency and the responsibility they have to make healthy choices.

Taking ownership of their behavior in this way is empowering. It sets them up for a life where they’re conscious of their actions and committed to making decisions that align with their values.

Graduate on Time With the Accredited Education Program

Something helpful about Elevations’ programming is the educational component. Because their focus is on teenagers, they’ve incorporated an accredited education program into their treatment process, helping teens keep up with school and graduate on time. This means that kids don’t have to choose between school or their mental health, they can prioritize both.

Latest Reviews

Timea Tokes

1 year ago on Google

We were just visiting Elevations for a 2 days orientation and 2 days kid visit. We were very impressed with the Facility, and the professionalism of the therapists, and other stuff members. The way how they address the kids, and communicate with them shows that they really care for them. The kids looked pretty comfortable as well. The Facility is very safe, and there are many safety precautions in place ensuring the well-being of the kids.We have seen a lot of adorable dogs (every therapists has dogs) mingling with the kids, and the kids loved to pet them.We loved the Library, the School, the Cafeteria, where we were invited to have dinner with our kids.I wish, the kids could spend more time outside in the surrounding grassy areas in between the buildings. However, we understood that there were contraction workers fixing some areas, so for safety reasons the kids could not spend more time outside. This will change, once the contraction is over.All together we have only good things to say about "Elevations".

Jasper C

1 year ago on Google

I got abused here by staff, and it still effects me to this day

Alexandra Kalise

2 years ago on Google

After two months at aspen Achievement wilderness and 11 months at Elevations (formerly Island View) they did not figure out that I had Lyme Disease and co-infections which mimic nueropsychiatric disorders. I was exhausted and in pain the entire time I was there. My parents have apologized so many times, they were victims as well. We have a great relationship. It does more damage than it does good. I was lucky to have a great therapist while I was there, but she resigned shortly after I left. So many of my fellow residents had it so much harder than I did. I witnessed verbal abuse, isolation, lack of medical care. I witnessed a girl cut her wrists so deeply, I had to help pack up her stuff while they were waiting for emergency vehicles to arrive. And then another boy took his own life and many of us witnessed the cpr being performed after he had hung himself. They pit everyone against each other. I would not recommend this for anyone's child.

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Location

Other Forms of Payment

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.

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.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Inpatient

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.

12-Step

Participants in 12 step programs engage in rigorous group counseling, peer coaching, and personal development. Though 12 step recovery is rooted in spiritual principles, religious affiliation is not mandatory. The steps model promotes participants' emotional and psychological healing, which is presumed integral to sustained sobriety. Regular attendance at group meetings is expected. These meetings are free, anonymous, peer-led, and accessible day and night in most communities. Gender and age-specific programs and other specialized formats are common.

Treatments

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

Programs

LGBTQ Program

Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.

Clinical Services

During individual therapy, men and women in Utah work with their therapists to build healthier daily habits and create coping strategies to manage stress. These are two components necessary for sustained sobriety and improved overall health.

Therapists may use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Utah to address substance use and mental health disorders. The main focus is to change thinking patterns, which leads to behavioral change. Subtypes of CBT include exposure therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance commitment therapy.

During dialectical behavior therapy in Utah, you'll work on developing four main skills. Interpersonal effectiveness helps you manage your relationships. Mindfulness keeps you present in the current moment rather than worry or regret. Distress tolerance helps you accept emotions. Emotional regulation gives you the tools you need to successfully manage intense emotions.

The foundation of motivational interviewing in Utah rests on four pillars: partnership, evocation, acceptance, and compassion. The therapist collaborates with the client, encouraging them to explore their options and make informed decisions about making changes in their lives.

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Jennifer Wilde

Executive Team

Judi Jacques

Executive Team

Ryan Montensen

Associate Executive Director

Jennifer Maddock

Clinical Director

Eric Flores

Program Director

Taylor Black

Director of Nursing

Laura Burt

Director of Business Development

Tamra Foy

Director of Admissions

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