Treatment for People with Autism
Research shows the most effective treatments for depression is to address thoughts and feelings via cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), to improve interpersonal relationships, and skillfully prescribed medication when needed.
This is why all of our therapists are trained in CBT. We know the importance of recognizing the internal dialogue that is getting in the way the goals you desire to achieve and the relationships you want to have. In addition to meeting with your individual therapist and family therapist weekly, you will also work with our psychiatrist to see if medications might be part of the solution.
Residential treatment is an immersive, community-based approach that has the potential to be much more effective than treatment received in someone's typical living environment.
The benefits of residential treatment for people with Autism include:
Full immersion in a supportive community, with other young people overcoming similar challenges
24-hour access to a highly skilled and caring team of staff
The opportunity to break habits and escape triggers that surround people with anxiety/depression/etc. in their typical living situations
The opportunity to work, build life skills, and contribute creatively in a controlled, supportive environment
Limitations around technology and social media, which can viciously fuel anxiety and depression
Family therapy, and parent coaching, for parents and other significant family members to improve communication, cooperation, and healthy respect among family members
Testimonials
I have finally visited Spruce Mountain Inn. My, oh my, was I impressed. Your staff helped me get a sense of what a caring, responsible and loving place Spruce Mountain is. All of you together project an image of substance: a real, honest haven for these adults and their families therefore.
We are very pleased and delighted at the progress our son has made in the time he has been at Spruce, and we can see and hear the results through visits and conversations. He has definitely gained responsibility and self-esteem. We feel his life has been turned around during his stay there and for that we are forever grateful.
Wow, what a special place you have in Spruce Mountain Inn. The people working at Spruce are incredible and they are what makes your program so special and so unique! I had no idea how warm, nurturing and professional a place you have
