When your child is struggling with mental health issues, substance abuse, or behavioral challenges, figuring out the right level of care can feel overwhelming. You're facing a maze of acronyms - PHP, IOP, RTC, TBS - and wondering what each one means and which might be right for your child.

Understanding these different levels of care is crucial because the right fit can make all the difference in your child's recovery journey. Here's a breakdown of the main treatment options, from most to least intensive.

Therapeutic Educational Consultant vs. Educational Consultant: What's the Difference?

Understanding which type of support your family needs

If you're reading this, you're likely seeking support for your child's educational or mental health journey. This can be an overwhelming and emotional time, and understanding the difference between types of educational consultants is an important first step in finding the right help for your family.

What is a Therapeutic Educational Consultant?

A therapeutic educational consultant provides individuals and families with curated, well-matched therapeutic (and academic) options for emotional, behavioral, academic and/or relational issues. Consultants travel frequently to ensure they maintain a real-time, firsthand understanding of school & program components.  Reputable therapeutic consultants are independent, meaning they do not accept or receive referral fees or any compensation from programs or schools for recommending.

Why seeking residential treatment for your child takes courage …

I've been with many parents at the moment they realize their child needs more support than they can provide at home. Most have exhausted faces, others have trembling hands, but nearly all begin to cry when they say: "We can't do this alone anymore."