Where Kids Come First

Mountain Youth Academy is a residential treatment facility for youth 5–17 years old, specializing in the treatment of childhood trauma.

Where Kids Come First
Behavioral Health Services for Children and Adolescents

Our Mountain Youth Academy Facility

Mountain Youth Academy is a trauma-based residential treatment facility located in the rolling hills of Tennessee. Our treatment center is located 13 miles from the Virginia state border. Our trauma treatment offers individual, group and family trauma therapy as well as other treatment methodologies to help youth deal with traumas they have experienced.

Programs & Services

residential treatment

Residential Treatment

At Mountain Youth Academy, we use a trauma-based residential treatment program to address the mental health needs of children and teens. We offer a therapeutic setting to help youth address their mental health needs.

therapy services

Therapy Services

Mountain Youth Academy utilizes a number of therapies to serve our students’ unique needs.

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Education

Mountain Youth Academy operates a licensed Category I non-public school through the State Board of Education so that every child has the opportunity to reach their potential.

We are here to help you achieve a life worth living.

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Children & Adolescents

Children & Adolescents

Mountain Youth Academy offers individualized planning and cutting-edge technology in the treatment of girls and boys ages 5–17 at our facility in the rolling hills of Tennessee, only 13 miles from the Virginia border.

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Specialty Treatment

Specialty Treatment

In addition to our residential treatment program and educational curriculum, Mountain Youth Academy offers a few specialty programs, including neurofeedback therapy and treatment for substance use disorders.

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Therapy Services

Therapy

At Mountain Youth Academy, We strive to provide mental health and educational services that enhance the quality of life for at-risk youth and their families.

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Military-Affiliated Children

Military-Affiliated Children

Mountain Youth Academy is honored to serve children of military families who have a history of PTSD or trauma who may also be dealing with mental health concerns including sudden loss, issues related to deployment and other military family challenges.

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Residential Treatment

Residential Treatment

The Residential Treatment Program uses a cognitive behavioral treatment model, which through the use of various individual and group treatment therapies, nurtures the development and practice of social behaviors.

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Our Facility

Our Facility

Mountain Youth Academy is a trauma-based residential treatment facility located in the rolling hills of Tennessee. Our treatment center is located 13 miles from the Virginia state border.

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Help is Waiting

Mountain Youth Academy is available for you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Give us a call or walk in. We’re ready to listen and help whenever you need it.

How Do I Get Started?

Finding the right treatment for your child, Patient or Client can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone.

We’re Hiring!

If you’re looking for an opportunity to build the career of your dreams and join a dedicated team of professionals, Mountain Youth Academy is the place for you.

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Referrals

If you’re looking to refer your child, patient or client to Mountain Youth Academy, please reach out to our KidLink Tennessee call center via phone at 888-828-7393 or email at [email protected].

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Patient Satisfaction

4.53 / 5
I was treated with dignity and respect
4.73 / 5
I feel better now than when I was admitted
4.54 / 5
Overall I was very satisfied with my treatment

*Survey data was collected from July 2025 to December 2025 through Mental Health Outcomes, LLC, which benchmarks patient satisfaction data for psychiatric hospitals across the United States.
 

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Empathy: Supporting Healing and Trust

Empathy is at the heart of our patient-centered care, guiding how we listen, understand, and support each patient’s healing process. Learn more about our commitment to compassion and the respect we have towards all patient experiences in this short video.

We Are Here to Help

Finding the right treatment for your child or adolescent can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone.

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