Mental health treatment for adolescents that brings families together
Family First Adolescent Services is a behavioral health treatment center in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, for boys aged 13–18. Our best-in-class care and safe, loving environment help teens explore themselves and find a better way forward.
A Whole-Family Focus
Meaningful and Lasting Healing
Since 2014, our team at Family First has helped hundreds of adolescents and their families find meaningful and lasting healing. We take the time to look beyond the surface and explore the underlying issues your teen faces. Our team develops a personalized, evidence-based and engaging treatment plan that each of our clients and families can connect with.
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We Are Family First | Family First Adolescent Services
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Adolescent Treatment Through Mind-Body Connections | Family First Adolescent Services
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Unlocking Hope | Ben's Story
Finding an End to the Hopelessness | Eddie’s Story
Finding Happiness from Within | Raphael’s Story
Our Lives Changed Forever | Tucker’s Story
Family First Program Model
Our innovative program model helps reconnect your family and supports your teen as he discovers a healthier sense of self. From problematic gaming and screen addiction to complex mental health and behavioral challenges, our approach provides the comprehensive support our teens need.
Therapy
Your teen will engage with our behavioral health team in individual, group, and family therapy settings. We use a range of evidence-based methods to promote healing.
Academics
Education should be a priority for your teen—even during treatment. Our individualized study tracks focus on high school graduation, college or career readiness, and professional development.
Continuing Care
Alumni and their families receive 12 months of follow-up support beginning the day they are discharged from our behavioral health programs.
Communication
We communicate with parents and referral sources at least three times per week to provide updates about each teen. Plus, our case managers are available 24/7 via text.
Family Support
Your teen’s healing requires your support and willingness to learn. We help parents identify key issues, begin their own healing process, and create healthier home environments.
Experiential
Mental health is more than just a focus on feelings. Your teen will engage in stimulating and active daily routines that align physical, mental, and emotional wellness.
Therapy
Academics
Education should be a priority for your teen—even during treatment. Our individualized study tracks focus on high school graduation, college or career readiness, and professional development.
Continuing Care
Twelve months of follow-up support for your family starts the day your teen is discharged from one of our programs. We ensure you and your teen are prepared for the next steps.
Communication
We communicate with parents and referral sources at least three times per week to provide updates about each teen. Plus, our case managers are available 24/7 via text.
Family Support
Your teen’s healing requires your support and willingness to learn. We help parents identify key issues, begin their own healing process, and create healthier home environments.Â
Experiential
Mental health is more than just a focus on feelings. Your teen will engage in stimulating and active daily routines that align physical, mental, and emotional wellness.
Understand the Journey Ahead
Resources
We want to make the road ahead manageable and approachable. You can find resources that can help you understand more about what your teen is facing while learning more about the road ahead. Family First Adolescent Services also collaborates with schools, therapeutic and educational consultants, doctors, local therapists, treatment centers, and all other concerned professionals to bring high-quality care to teens who need it.
Hours of Direct Clinical Contact Per Week
30+
Staff to Client Ratio
3:1
Years of Collective Clinical Experience
120
We Serve Families from 49 States and 4 Countries
Nationwide
Care for Your Teen's Health
What We Treat
Your teen can find help at Family First Adolescent Services, no matter the challenges they face. Our team of experts brings clinical sophistication, curiosity, compassion, and safety together to provide support. Going beyond the surface, your teen will learn more about their behaviors, emotions, and situations so they can make lasting changes.
ADHD/ADD Treatment
Inattention, difficulty staying on task or focusing, and poor impulse control can impact every aspect of your son’s life. We provide diagnostic assessments to help you and your son understand what they’re experiencing before developing an effective treatment plan.
Gaming Addiction Treatment
More teens than ever are struggling to break away from technology, devices, and gaming. Without addressing these issues, your son can struggle to connect with the real world, preferring to retreat to the safety, comfort, and community of their virtual environment.
C-PTSD Treatment
Any event, series of events, situations, or relationship dynamics can impact your son’s development. Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) can arise when these factors drastically impact their mental health. We help your teen process trauma and build the skills for healthy coping.
Anxiety Treatment
It’s common for your teen to experience anxiety. The rapid changes brought about by the transition from childhood leave them more susceptible to anxiety than ever before. You might notice them isolating, abandoning commitments, or lashing out at home as they deal with stress.
Depression Treatment
Even happy, carefree children can develop depression in their teenage years. This is a significant obstacle that can seriously impact how your son sees himself, the world around him, and the people who want to connect with him.
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Teens often turn to drugs or alcohol as a seemingly easy escape from intense emotions or memories. We can help your teen uncover deep-rooted emotions and unprocessed traumas and safely work through them as they learn healthier coping skills.
A Home Away From Home
Our Residences
The properties at Family First Adolescent Services provide a safe, secure environment that feels like home. The warm, family-style surroundings provide a natural setting for community building, fun, and therapeutic healing. Each property is specifically designed to support our immersive programs, engagement with our teens, and clinical goals.
Comprehensive Mental Health Care
Adolescent Programs
Your teen will engage in treatment programs that are designed to challenge, inspire, and support them as they build skills for the future. Our years of experience with behavioral health programs have helped us develop a specialized approach that meets teens on their level to address what they’re experiencing beneath the surface.
Helpful Links
Adolescent Treatment Resources
Featured Blogs
Stay Connected with Us
Insights & Events
We strive to be a partner for your family, a place for healing for your teen, and a resource for our community. Stay connected with Family First so you can attend our events that provide insight, education, and support for the road ahead.Â
Put your family first—find help for your son.
He deserves a helping hand with his mental health. Complete the form below and get in contact with our team so we can connect with your family.