Nexus Teen Academy: Oak

Nexus Teen Academy is truly one of the best things to ever happen to our family. We had three years of struggles with our daughter--in and out of inpatient BH hospitals, many psychiatrists, many therapists, etc. and we felt like we were never getting to a healthy baseline, all the while our daughter was struggling. Residential treatment felt like a last resort, but it saved our daughter. The staff is all incredible-professional, kind and thorough, and the kiddos all speak fondly of them even after leaving residential treatment. The staff helped us get to a correct diagnosis, the right medications, and work on the skills to help our daughter maintain stability when she returned home. We stayed in Nexus programming through PHP, IOP and are now paying out of pocket for our daughter to stick with her individual therapist there--that's how GREAT they are. Truly, if you are a parent struggling with the idea of sending your kiddo to residential treatment, from one parent to another--this place is the best thing to happen to our teenage daughter.

It was with a heavy heart and ultimate mom guilt, that I made the tough decision to place my daughter in residential treatment June of 2026. My daughter was experiencing self-harm and suicidal thoughts that escalated quickly into a plan. I no longer felt that she was responding to therapy and I could not keep her safe in our home. Instead of forcing her into a center that had a very institutionalized feel, I engaged my daughter in the search for a facility and gave her some autonomy into her own care. She stumbled upon Nexus Teen Academy via Google and was instantly put at ease with the location, vibe of the house and the amenities provided. I was impressed with the various modalities of therapy in her treatment program. Not living anywhere near Arizona (18 hours away), I started down the path of engaging with the staff on what would care look like with me at a severe distance from my kid. The staff held my hand through all the numerous calls, emails and texts while I gathered all the information to make the best possible decision on care for my daughter. My kiddo entered their facility on 7/2026 for a 30-day program. While at times it was rocky as she was facing her own discomfort and accepting treatment, the staff was constantly on hand to guide her and myself through it, whether it be via my own emails and calls or during our family therapy sessions. We reached a tremendous breakthrough two weeks in when she learned how to use her voice, advocate for herself and leaned into her therapy. I would have preferred continuing another 30 days at Nexus, but insurance…blah blah blah 😊 She is closer to home now and finishing her care at a center nearby. I do know that without the first 30 days at Nexus, we would not be here, in a better place and she would not be engaging in her full treatment plan. I cannot impress upon you the help and hope that they provided us in those 30 days and I will forever be grateful for the entire staff

As a mom, sending my daughter away for treatment was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make. When she arrived at Nexus Teen Academy, I was scared, overwhelmed, and unsure what the future would hold. From day one, the staff treated my daughter with compassion, respect, and genuine care. The therapists, clinical team, and support staff were professional, knowledgeable, and truly invested in helping her heal. I always felt informed, included, and supported throughout the process. What stood out most to me was how much the staff cared about the kids beyond just their treatment plans. They took the time to build trust, teach coping skills, encourage healthy communication, and help the teens prepare for life after treatment. My daughter spent 57 days in treatment, and during that time I saw growth, self-awareness, and progress that I will always be grateful for. Recovery is a journey, and I know there will still be challenges ahead, but Nexus helped give my daughter tools, hope, and a foundation to continue that journey. What has impressed me most since she came home is that she continues to use many of the coping skills she learned at Nexus. She journals, creates art, practices the techniques she was taught, and often references things she learned during treatment. That tells me the program wasn’t just helping her while she was there—it was helping prepare her for life after discharge. What I didn’t expect was how much this process would help me as a parent. Nexus didn’t just help my daughter heal; it helped strengthen our relationship and brought us closer together. I learned how to communicate differently, support her in healthier ways, and better understand what she was going through. We have both grown tremendously through this process, and I truly believe our bond is stronger because of it. I have already recommended Nexus Teen Academy to another family because I genuinely believe in the work they do. If you are a parent facing the terrifying reality of needing mental health treatment for your child, I can honestly say that Nexus provided exceptional care, valuable tools, and hope during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Thank you to every staff member who played a role in helping my daughter and supporting me as a parent. I will always be grateful.