Cathedral Home for Children

Trauma-Informed Mental Health Treatment for Youth

Cathedral Home for Children delivers trauma-informed care tailored to adolescents and their families. Treatment emphasizes safety, connection, and trust through individual, group, and family therapy. Clinicians address mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, suicidality, and self-harm risk, helping youth build resilience and emotional stability. Evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing, guide each treatment plan to promote recovery and long-term well-being.

Residential Care With Integrated Education

Youth ages 12 to 18 who need structured, round-the-clock support can access Cathedral Home’s residential program, combining therapeutic care with year-round education. The Mae Olson Education Center provides small class sizes, trauma-responsive teaching, and credit recovery options to help students maintain academic momentum. With a focus on daily structure and individualized support, residents develop self-awareness, independence, and preparation for future education or employment.

Family Advocacy and Community-Based Support

Families play an active role in treatment and recovery. Cathedral Home’s Client Services Advocate and case managers help families navigate available supports, such as safety planning, financial assistance, healthcare access, and housing coordination. The organization’s broader outreach programs strengthen community connections and provide prevention and resource services, ensuring youth and families across Wyoming have the tools to thrive beyond treatment.

Experiential Therapy and Outdoor Learning

Treatment extends beyond the therapy room through hands-on, experiential programs. Youth engage in equine-assisted psychotherapy, art therapy, and outdoor activities like hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and skateboarding, each designed to build trust, emotional regulation, and social skills. The program also integrates education on substance use prevention and coping strategies for co-occurring challenges, fostering holistic personal growth.

Accessible Care for Rural Wyoming Families

Cathedral Home for Children is committed to ensuring quality care regardless of financial or geographic barriers. The nonprofit offers outpatient counseling, telehealth services, and a 24/7 Youth Crisis Center for immediate, confidential support. Payment options include Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay, with financial assistance available to qualifying families. This accessibility reflects Cathedral Home’s mission to make compassionate, research-based care available to youth and families throughout Wyoming.

Client Reviews

Clients frequently describe this facility as supportive and transformative, with staff who foster trust and a sense of family. Many note meaningful progress in treatment and a safe, structured setting that helps them rebuild confidence and purpose.

• Staff & Care Experience (95% positive): Reviewers highlight caring, dedicated staff who go above and beyond to support recovery. "They really cared and helped me find myself again."
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (90% positive): Many clients share that the program helped them make real progress in their recovery journey. They appreciate evidence-based methods, consistent therapy, and structure that reinforces long-term growth. "This place changed my life and gave me hope again."
• Facility & Environment (85% positive): Reviewers describe a clean, organized, and comfortable environment. Several mention feeling safe and supported in both shared and individual spaces. "It felt like a home where I could finally focus on getting better."
• Support & Community: Alumni and current clients alike emphasize the sense of belonging and peer support that continues beyond discharge. Group activities and connections are often described as life-changing.