Shepherds Hill Academy

2200 Price Road
Martin, GA 30557

About Shepherds Hill Academy

Shepherds Hill Academy, located in Martin, Georgia is a private alcohol and drug rehab that offers treatment for a variety of substance abuse addictions. They offer residential care providing long term support for addiction recovery.

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Jeff Harris

1 month ago on Google

Steve Paysen

1 month ago on Google

My son has been in this program for 10 months and his growth is remarkable! We adopted he and his little brother when he was 9; we soon found out about some horrific trauma that he had endured and realized he needed help beyond what we could provide. SHA has proven to be the answer to our prayers. We live in the same county as SHA and I have personally spoken there several times in the past prior to my so attending. I ve always been impressed with their work. I have worked with teenagers for 30 years at some of the largest SBC churches in America, what I see happening in my son is a miracle and we are grateful. I would highly recommend your consideration of this program if the traditional education system is not meeting your needs, I give this recommendation without hesitation!

Maxwell Dorse

1 month ago on Google

I was at SHA for roughly 4 months in 2020 if I remember correctly. I can definitely see how this place can help a struggling teen if they're the right fit. However, I happen to be queer. Because of this I was constantly berated by staff, I was called an "abomination" and other unsavory things. My therapy sessions turned into conversion therapy, and it took a toll on my mental health. I ended up deciding that I would rather be not alive than be at SHA. As you might guess, the staff did not like this, they became extremely hostile to me after I took action to take my life. Eventually they decided I was a liability and I was sent to a mental hospital. I'd like to add that I'm in a good place now, no thanks to the faculty at SHA. TL;DR dont send your kid to SHA if they're queer, they don't take too kindly too us there.

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Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

Treatments

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

Contact Information

(762) 583-8406

2200 Price Road
Martin, GA 30557

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Reviews of Shepherds Hill Academy

3.5/5 (84 reviews)

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3.5 (84 reviews)

1 month ago

Megan Bennett

I cannot say enough wonderful things about SHA! It is an answer to many years of prayer. Our daughter is thriving at SHA after many years of struggle and her life and ours are forever changed!

Jayne Wilson Reich

2 months ago

My family has had the blessing of knowing the Embrys for decades and watching what the Lord has done from the ground up at Shepherd s Hill Academy. The commitment to excellence and the adherence to the Gospel of Jesus Christ causes this program to stand out in a world of compromise. The facilities are incredible, but the Christlike environment is what one notices first. We are honored to advocate for this program and to continue to support it financially. SHA is making a difference!

Montana Spearman

Hated it in the moment. but it saved my life. couldn t have had a more challenging experience in my life, but sometimes the challenge is our lifeline.

Kason Peeples

If your child genuinely has mental special needs (being gay or not believing in Christianity is not a mental illness), please send them to a proper mental healthcare facility for their treatment, not a backwoods trailer park. There's government subsidized therapy and physiatry services just up the road at AVITA, though with tuition costs dare I say cost is not an issue for their clientele.

Mark Elliott

As a junior in HS, our son had been kicked out of a private school, and was on the verge of expulsion from public school. Though an intelligent, charismatic kid, he was not engaged in classes, had few friends, was stealing from classmates, abusing substances, defiant, and testing every boundary. He was adopted, had been in our home 8 years, and had been in both "Christian" and secular counseling -- multiple counselors -- dealing with attachment disorder and dysfunctional sexual behaviors. Counseling had not helped. We feared for his future. He admitted his life was going down the drain, but had no plan.We searched for help -- at times with desperation -- before discovering Shepherd's Hill Farm (now SHA). We phoned and spoke immediately with Wm Brothers, who listened empathetically, and responded with encouragement, prayer, and hope. The program seemed expensive -- but that was because it was a year-long program, deemed by objective critics as far more likely to make a lasting difference than 3-month or 6-month programs. We hunkered down and enrolled our son in SHA's year-long program in December of his junior year.The program consisted of a 7-days-a-week wilderness experience (which he liked immediately) coupled with a boys-only weekday school program held in a school setting. SHA maintains parallel, completely segregated tracks for boys and girls. Whether at school or at the wilderness camp, he was always under close supervision with a 1-to-4 counselor-to-child ratio, 24x7. After settling in, we were allowed Sunday-afternoon visits, eventually being permitted to take him off-campus in that window. Our son showed steady progress, soon writing weekly letters home where he began to express what we was learning, how Christ was changing his heart, and -- for the first time since early childhood -- hope and plans for the future.SHA used effective therapeutic strategies that made a big difference for our son's self-worth, and motivation, as well as curbing destructive behaviors. These included:- an experienced, licensed therapist, who loved our son enough to understand his unique issues and to develop a therapy plan;- an equine therapy program -- each child assigned a horse to care for and learn from;- lots of outdoor physical activity;- 100% social media fast;- routine interaction with Godly counselors;- daily Bible study and prayer; and- weekly worship services on and off-premises.We (his family) appreciated special Parent and Family weekends that afforded not only longed-for opportunities to reconnect, but also enriching opportunities to meet counselors, other SHA residents and their parents, and to hear from the latter amazing and encouraging stories of hopelessness and recovery.In the final month of his stay, he entered SHA's Next Step program, with much looser enforcement of boundaries, preparing him for his return home.He returned home, 12 1/2 months later, was readmitted to the Christian school that had once expelled him, and was on-track to graduate with his class, which He did.Did he return, the perfect child? It is more accurate to say:He returned to us a different young man, far better equipped to face the inevitable challenges that swiftly follow HS. Further, seeds sown at SHA have continued to bear fruit. Within 6 months he was inducted into the USMC Infantry where he served proudly through two combat deployments. He married at 22. 11 years later, he is still married and the father of 4. He supervises an earthmoving crew that works almost exclusively on the marine base where he actively served. Under his leadership, his crew has distinguished themselves by their daily habit of morning Bible study and prayer. They caught management's attention about a year ago, when their typical every-man-for-himself behavior amazingly transformed into a team attitude -- every member puts others ahead of himself (Phil 2:2-8).I could not be prouder of the Godly man and leader he has become. I heartily recommend SHA as the program that will forever change your child's life for the better.

Alan Judge

Don t listen to the negative comments. Our son did not get fixed at Shepherd s Hill, but he was loved well and pointed to Christ. Our faithful Lord is not done with him- just like He is not done with any of us yet. The staff at Shepherd s Hill walked with our son and my wife and I during one of the most difficult time of our lives- I will be eternally grateful. Our son still struggles- he has made lots of mistakes after graduating from high school at Shepherd s Hill, but without Shepherd s Hill, he wouldn t have graduated at all. For the majority of his high school years, he was safe, loved, and respected by staff who understood him. That was and is a gift from God. Because of the nature of the circumstances leading to sending your child to a residential program are so awful, it is understandable that some people want to blame someone or something else. That is understandable, but it is also misguided. My wife and I are available for anyone to o contact us with any questions about Shepherd s Hill- they will give you our contact information. We will pray with and for you during this horribly painful time. God is faithful- we thank Him for Shepherd s Hill with all of our hearts. Alan and Dana J.

Asher Mauriello

3 months ago

What an amazing experience I had here that will stick with me for the rest of my life! Like being outside of this program there were highs and lows of the experience. but we often struggle with how we react, and take in disappointment a lot of people hold resentment, grudges, lack forgiveness and ect but at shepherds hill when I encountered disappointment and anger I hade leaders who I looked up to that were able to keep my accountable and help me process through it. Shepherds hill is a great opportunity to begin a process of healing from deep wounds, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction and so much more. Once we begin to take that step of wanting to heal at shepherds hill the fruit that we will bear and the wisdoms we will atain is amazing. I can not express my gratitude enough for shepherds hill and what they have done for me, and the skills I now have that are helping me get through and thrive in the broken and hurt world we live in. Thank you so much shepherds hill I m a changed and healed man because of our work!!!

J Lewis

Shepherd's Hill Academy is a rare and special place. My child attended a full year, and I witnessed first-hand the benefits of SHA for teens in crisis. The staff here are amazing; they genuinely care about the outcome of each child. The nature-based approach works. At first, I was concerned about the rustic cabins and living arrangements, but these turned out to be one of the many positives of SHA. Kids need to get off the phone and screens and be outdoors. It does wonders for their health, spirit and emotional well-being. So many children today are struggling with anxiety, screen addiction, drug addiction, depression, OCD, defiance disorders and other mental health challenges ... for any parents with kids in crisis with these challenges, or with kids that are on powerful prescription medications and still struggling or even worsening, I strongly recommend that you consider giving your child the gift of one year away from the "world" where they can heal and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. This is not a wilderness program, this is not a quick 3-month fix, it is different. It is a full year program that gives the kids the proper amount of time to reflect, heal, learn and grow into healthy and confident individuals. This program is Christ based. If that is not your cup of tea, do note that I have witnessed the school and staff to be non-judgmental, loving and giving people in the service of their community. Too many professed "christians" openly judge others, preach prosperity and ask for a donation to their megachurch so the pastor can build a 10,000 sq ft house, that is not SHA.Sending my kid to SHA was a hard decision. It was the right decision but at first I was unsure. Parents considering SHA should call the school and get to know them. That step and talking to other parents whose kids had previously attended helped me make my decision. I highly recommend getting first-hand accounts from families that have completed the program.Lastly, I have seen a few negative comments about SHA, I have not witnessed anything at all as described in those accounts nor has my child reported any situations as those described.

Julia W.

I attended Shepherd Hill Academy as a previous student, and I cannot emphasize enough the profound impact it has had on my life. The program instilled in me valuable lessons that have guided me in making better life decisions and have helped to repair strained family relationships. Through this experience, I was able to discover my own strengths and weaknesses, and I am forever grateful for the positive transformation it brought about in me.One of the most precious possessions I have from my time at Shepherd Hill Academy is a collection of 365 handwritten letters from my late mother. Her passing was a great loss, but her letters now serve as an enduring source of guidance for me. I cherish these letters as a testament to the leap of faith she took many years ago, which continues to inspire and uplift me. Additionally, my continued relationship with God has been profoundly influenced by my experiences at the academy, and I am filled with gratitude for all those who supported me along the way.I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Trace & Beth, Allison, and Mrs. Amy for their unwavering support and guidance. May you all be blessed abundantly for the kindness and compassion you have shown. I firmly believe that it was no coincidence that our paths crossed, for I believe that God cares deeply for each of us and wants to offer us salvation.

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