If you have a teenager in Hickory, NC who is struggling with mental health or behavioral issues, you might feel like you’ve run out of options close to home. BlueRock Behavioral Health is here to give Hickory families hope. Although our residential treatment center is about 90 minutes west of Hickory, we have become a trusted resource for parents across Western North Carolina seeking transformative care for their teens. At BlueRock, we combine clinically sound therapy with a nurturing, structured environment – providing a place where troubled teens can get away from negative patterns and begin to thrive.
Comprehensive Care that Addresses Root Causes
Every teen at BlueRock comes with a unique story. Our mission is to get to the root of their struggles and provide healing at that deep level – not just manage symptoms. To do that, we offer comprehensive, individualized care. Hickory families can expect a thorough evaluation process upon admission, where we assess not only your teen’s diagnoses but also factors like family dynamics, academic issues, and personal strengths. Based on this, we assemble a tailored treatment plan drawing from our wide range of services: individual psychotherapy, group therapy, family therapy, experiential therapies, psychiatric support, and academic tutoring.
We use proven therapeutic approaches suited for adolescents. For instance, if your teen is dealing with trauma, our therapists might incorporate EMDR or trauma-focused cognitive therapy to help them process those events. If defiance or impulse control is an issue, we might use Collaborative Problem Solving techniques to teach more effective communication and decision-making. Throughout treatment, our staff provides consistent feedback and closely monitors progress, adjusting the plan as needed. Because we treat a variety of issues – depression, anxiety, ADHD, low self-esteem, family conflict, and more – Hickory parents can have confidence that our experienced team is equipped to handle their teen’s specific challenges.
Life Skills and Learning for Lasting Change
One thing that sets BlueRock apart is our emphasis on preparing teens for life after discharge. We’re not just a short-term fix; we aim to set your child up for long-term success back in Hickory. A key component is our focus on education and life skills. While at BlueRock, your teen will attend our on-site school, working on core subjects and earning credits that will transfer to their Hickory school. Keeping up academically helps ensure they don’t fall behind and eases their transition home. Perhaps more importantly, success in the classroom here often restores confidence in students who may have struggled in traditional school settings.
In addition, we teach practical life skills daily. Your teen will learn how to cope with stress in healthy ways (through strategies like mindfulness or journaling), how to resolve conflicts without anger, and how to set goals and make plans to achieve them. They’ll practice responsibilities like keeping their living area clean, following a schedule, and working in a team – all of which translate to better functioning at home and school. Our outdoor and recreational activities, whether it’s hiking or volunteering for a service project, also impart leadership and teamwork experience. By building these skills, we help teens internalize new, positive habits and a sense of competence that they will carry with them back to Hickory.
Partnering with Hickory Families: We believe parents are an essential part of the healing process. That’s why BlueRock keeps Hickory families closely involved through weekly updates and family therapy sessions (conducted via video for convenience). We want you to feel empowered and prepared to support your teen once they return home. By choosing BlueRock Behavioral Health, you’re not just placing your child in treatment – you’re partnering with a team that is committed to your teen’s well-being and to strengthening your family. If you’re ready to explore whether our program could be the turning point for your son or daughter, please contact us. We’re here to answer your questions and help your Hickory teen take the first step toward a brighter future.
