LifeLine for Youth

About LifeLine for Youth

LifeLine for Youth offered a thorough drug abuse treatment tailored to the needs of teenagers in North Salt Lake, Utah. They’re permanently closed now, but their committed team and knowledgeable employees addressed the particular difficulties faced by adolescents who were dealing with substance abuse. They gave young people and their families the tools they needed to fight addiction and encouraged constructive change through an inventive educational strategy. They offered residential, day and intensive outpatient treatment.

Each student was evaluated thoroughly upon admission including a full lab workup, psychosocial history, and psychiatric evaluation. The facility discussed the need for additional treatment after the assessment period with any outside case managers or educational consultants. Following that, the student and their parents had a private meeting with the primary therapist to go over the results and receive customized treatment recommendations.

Mentors, staff, and therapists provided students with round the clock supervision throughout the Discovery Stage. The main goal was to establish trust via accountability, honesty, and safety. To find the barriers standing in their way of success and happiness they participated in family, group, and individual therapy.

Students started reintegrating into their family systems as they advanced into the Recovery Stage. They regained the trust of their families by exhibiting a dedication to safety and respect for one another. Through opportunities for family time and continued therapy, the treatment placed a strong emphasis on the value of recovery within the framework of family support.

During the Integration Stage, students reintegrate into real-world scenarios to test their newly acquired skills. They successfully made the switch back to public school and embraced constructive hobbies and healthy pursuits. This phase concentrated on adopting new lifestyle habits in place of harmful ones from the past.

A fully accredited educational program was also offered ensuring that students finished their assignments and earned the credits needed for a seamless return to school and home. Their all-inclusive leisure program included daily exercises and sports as well as adventure sports like hiking, river rafting and rock climbing. These exercises not only supported treatment but also inspired students to lead healthier lives in the future.

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Accepted Insurance

LifeLine for Youth works with several private insurance providers and also accepts private payments when possible, please contact to verify your specific insurance provider.

Aetna

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Cigna

Molina Healthcare

Premera

GEHA

SelectHealth

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.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Intensive Outpatient

At the Integration Stage students have become leaders and role models in the therapeutic community and in society. Now it is time to put it to the test and integrate new skills and principles in real life situations. Students may transition back to public school and are given much more free time to learn healthy and constructive activities, hobbies, develop new interests and friends, and create good habits. Emphasis is on practicing a complete lifestyle change to replace past destructive behaviors.

Inpatient

During the Discovery Stage, the student is under constant, 24 hour supervision by mentors, staff and therapists. The focus is on gaining Trust through safety, honesty, and accountability for their choices that have caused conflict in their life and family. Students engage in individual, group, and family therapy as they seek to discover what obstacles are preventing them from being happy and successful in their lives. At LifeLine for Youth, they provide a three week assessment for each student which includes a psychiatric evaluation, psychological testing (MMPI-A, Beck Depression Inventory, Mental Status Exam), a psychosocial history, and a complete lab workup.

24-Hour Clinical Care

At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.

Aftercare Support

Rules and structure fade, but the internalized values and principle integrated in their lives will remain as a guide in making decision going forward. Weekly aftercare support groups are available free of charge to all graduates of the program. Their Therapists are available to the families for out-patient visit and their aftercare staff and are available to receive calls from graduates who just need to talk and receive support. The trust and relationships developed at LifeLine for Youth are powerful and last a lifetime.

Treatments

The goal of treatment for alcoholism is abstinence. Those with poor social support, poor motivation, or psychiatric disorders tend to relapse within a few years of treatment. For these people, success is measured by longer periods of abstinence, reduced use of alcohol, better health, and improved social functioning. Recovery and Maintenance are usually based on 12 step programs and AA meetings.

When you enter a drug rehab in Utah, the process usually involves four stages: treatment initiation, early abstinence, maintaining abstinence, and advanced recovery. Treatment methods can rely on medications, counseling, or both, in either an outpatient or inpatient setting.

Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.

Opioid rehabs specialize in supporting those recovering from opioid addiction. They treat those suffering from addiction to illegal opioids like heroin, as well as prescription drugs like oxycodone. These centers typically combine both physical as well as mental and emotional support to help stop addiction. Physical support often includes medical detox and subsequent medical support (including medication), and mental support includes in-depth therapy to address the underlying causes of addiction.

Programs

Military program

Serving in the military is both mentally and physically challenging, and can result in trauma that persists even after combat ends. Military programs are tailored to the specific and often complex needs of active duty personnel, veterans, and military families. Clients often access these programs through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Military Program

Clinical Services

Therapists may use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Utah to address substance use and mental health disorders. The main focus is to change thinking patterns, which leads to behavioral change. Subtypes of CBT include exposure therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance commitment therapy.

Equine therapy, aka equine-assisted therapy (EAT), is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions and activities with horses. It does not necessarily involve riding horses, but all activities related to horses, such as feeding, grooming, haltering and leading them. A mental health professional frequently oversees the activities (often in conjunction with a horse professional), and helps patients process their thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns during and/or after the interaction.

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.

The foundation of motivational interviewing in Utah rests on four pillars: partnership, evocation, acceptance, and compassion. The therapist collaborates with the client, encouraging them to explore their options and make informed decisions about making changes in their lives.

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.

Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Recreational therapy (aka therapeutic recreation) uses creative and fun activities to help with addiction recovery. Recreational therapists lead patients in entertaining and engaging activities like sports or games; art (drawing, painting, sculpture); drama, music, and dance; and/or community outings (field trips) to improve patients' physical, social, and emotional well-being.

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. Their recreation program also includes regular adventure activities off site like rock climbing, river rafting, snow shoeing, hiking, camping, biking and more.

Amenities

Basketball Court
Recreation Room
Yoga Studio
Private Setting
Hiking
Day School
LifeLine for Youth provides an accredited academic program with the flexibility to address the individual needs of each student. The academic program is administered by Oak Grove School and accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.

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
Accreditation Number: 533221

Fact checked and written by:

Sehar Uddin

Edited by:

Courtney Myers, MS