It is clear that they want to help but what is also clear is that they have to many patients for the resources they count on. That makes the treatment of the patients sloppy and non effective.
About Norris Academy
Norris Academy is a residential treatment center in Andersonville, Tennessee serving adolescents ages 14 to 17 who are navigating behavioral challenges, substance use and mental health concerns.
The program combines individual, group and family therapy with evidence based interventions to address trauma, depression and anxiety, self harm and co-occurring disorders.
Their mission is to provide a structured, trauma informed environment where young people can heal, build healthier coping skills and prepare for lasting change.
Residential Treatment for Adolescents
Norris Academy specializes in long term residential care for teens who have experienced significant trauma alongside emotional and behavioral struggles.
The campus based program delivers 24/7 supervision, structured daily routines and integrated academics so residents can continue their education while in treatment.
Clinical care includes individual, group and family therapy paired with psychiatric services and experiential therapies.
Sessions focus on building self awareness, developing healthier coping skills and addressing the root causes of substance use, PTSD, attachment concerns and other co-occurring conditions.
Mental Health and Substance Use Support
Many residents arrive with overlapping mental health diagnoses that influence their behaviors and decision making.
Norris Academy’s clinical model uses behavior management strategies, skill building and therapeutic activities to support sustainable recovery from substance use while treating underlying depression, anxiety and trauma.
Getting Started
Norris Academy operates from its residential campus at 101 First Quality Road in Andersonville, Tennessee providing in person care for adolescents from across the region.
The program offers comprehensive psychiatric, clinical, academic and experiential services within a single therapeutic setting.
The admissions team can discuss payor sources and coverage options during the intake process.
Edited by:
Natalie Scott
Facility Overview
63 Number of Available Beds
Latest Reviews
If the director does not call me back about my child we are going to have a HUGE problem. The things I have seen and heard are unacceptable. I’m not one of those parents. I suggest someone give me a call.
Absolute terrible facility. My son was sent her and was the worst decision.
1. Unless we were able to call during business hours, we were not allowed time to talk with our son.
2. When we were unable to attend team meetings regarding his care due to employment, would take WEEKS to get an update.
3. When it came time to discharge, they were not willing to communicate with the home school district to ensure successful transition.
4. My son came home with infected sores that needed an immediate trip to an urgent care and antibiotics. They claim they must have appeared after leaving their facility. They flew him home. Medical professional said they could not have appeared and gotten that bad in less than 24 hours.
5. They refused to listen to parents when regarding care of son.
They are so nice I love it there they help me a lot thank you Norris academy
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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.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Inpatient rehabs are designed principally for clients who require intensive supervision and support, including clients who have just completed detox, clients in early recovery, and clients at an elevated risk of relapse. Inpatient treatment helps clients stabilize following detox and prepares them to step-down into outpatient and/or community-based care. Clients reside at the facility for the duration of their program and engage in extensive addiction counseling and education. Many programs also offer evidence-based complementary therapies.
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.
Programs
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
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.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
Amenities
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Private Rooms
Staff & Accreditations
Staff
Marta Finnegan, LPC-MHSP
Program Director
Michael Brennan, LPC-MHSP
Clinical Director
Sue Wheeler, FNP-BC
Director of Nursing
Alexander Abraha, BA
Director of Group Living
Brooke Ford, BSSW
Admissions Manager
Trish Cook, BA
Human Resources Manager
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
101 First Quality Road
Andersonville, TN 37705
Get Help Now - 865-855-6975
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