Center for Families - Malvern

Who is this facility a good fit for?

• Best fit if: Adolescents facing mental health disorders, including those with substance use disorder, trauma, or eating disorders; need structured outpatient care; families who want to be closely involved in treatment; using private insurance or self-pay.

• Not a fit if: Those who need acute, hospital-level medical or psychiatric treatment; require detox or 24/7 residential care; are experiencing significant disorientation; not willing to participate in clinical therapy; using Medicaid or are uninsured and unable to self-pay.

What to expect

Developing your care plan

• Starting assessments: Before the program starts, clinicians give teens medical and psychiatric background assessments. Teens and their families are closely involved in shaping treatment plans.
• Teen-adapted care: Treatment is tailored to fit individual needs. These include help with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, substance use, and eating disorders.

“Throughout the course of treatment, we continually measure outcomes and use that data to further refine and personalize care.” — Michael Roeske, PsyD, senior director of Newport Healthcare's Center for Research and Innovation

Who you will meet with

• Board-certified psychiatrists: Work with teens one-on-one to manage mental health medications when needed and make sure teens are on the right track with their treatment.
• Licensed therapists: Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions, as well as experiential and adventure activities.
• Registered dieticians: Assist teens who are struggling with eating disorders.
• Accredited teachers: Lead daily classroom time for teens enrolled in the PHP Therapeutic Day School.

Typical schedule

• Evidence-based therapies: Proven therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
• Family involvement: Parents are closely involved from the start of treatment. Clinicians lead loved ones in attachment-based family therapy (ABFT), an approach designed to help mend parent-child relationships.
• PHP: This program involves 6-7 hours of daily treatment Monday-Friday. Days typically consist of clinical work such as process groups, life skills, and psychoeducation, along with up to four hours of academic instruction coordinated with teens’ home schools.
• IOP: Teens can attend IOP in the afternoons or evenings, allowing them to keep up with their regular school schedule. The IOP is held 3-5 days per week for about three hours per day. Sessions include group therapy, mindfulness, and skills development.
• Outpatient services: Teens participate in counseling sessions at a frequency based on their individual treatment plan.
• Outdoor activities: Adventure therapy includes tubing, kayaking, hiking, and paddleboarding. Teens can also play kickball, do yoga, and help take care of the center’s chickens.

Aftercare

• Early discharge planning: To help families prepare for what comes next, discharge planning begins early in treatment. This can include referrals and resources families need for when teens return home.

“Discharge and aftercare planning start early, helping ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care after treatment.” — Michael Roeske, PsyD, senior director of Newport Healthcare's Center for Research and Innovation

Medical leadership interview

Interview conducted with Michael Roeske, PsyD, senior director of Newport Healthcare's Center for Research and Innovation, on July 20, 2026 by Start Your Recovery Director of Content, Molly McSweyn.

We interviewed Michael Roeske, PsyD, senior director of Newport Healthcare's Center for Research and Innovation, to better understand how care is structured and who the program is a best fit for. He was candid and detailed about the way mental health care plans are designed to fit individual needs and progress.

“We recognize that positive outcomes are not the result of a single treatment approach, a strong therapeutic bond, or a client’s belief that treatment will help. Rather, they come from consistently integrating the best available research evidence, clinical expertise, and careful consideration of each client’s unique characteristics, cultural needs, and preferences to guide care.” — Michael Roeske, PsyD, senior director of Newport Healthcare's Center for Research and Innovation

Michael was transparent about the program’s emphasis on individualized attention, family participation, and making sure clients feel safe and comfortable during treatment.

Pre-admissions experience

We conducted a series of pre-admissions calls, the most recent on June 12, 2026, to evaluate response time, transparency, and patient experience.

When we reached out to Center for Families, the admissions team was informative and easy to talk to. They walked us through family involvement, as well as IOP and PHP schedules. The conversation felt warm and transparent, with clear explanations around cost and current availability.

Client reviews

Reviewers often describe caring practitioners, strong programming for adolescents and families, and positive experiences with the facility. One review raises concerns about parent communication, clinical recommendations, and treatment outcomes.

• Staff & care experience (90% positive): Staff are one of the most frequently discussed strengths, with reviewers describing practitioners as compassionate and experienced. “The staff is helpful, caring and very friendly.”
• Treatment quality & outcomes: Several reviewers mention individualized treatment, holistic approaches, and care for adolescents and families. “Center for Families provides comprehensive care for kids and families.”

Facility transparency

• Verified by Start Your Recovery: On August 7, 2026, our research team conducted a comprehensive review of this facility's advertising claims, registrations from public health departments, national accrediting bodies, and SAMHSA.

• Medical leadership interview: Conducted July 20, 2026, with Michael Roeske, PsyD, senior director of Newport Healthcare's Center for Research and Innovation.

• Pre-admissions experience evaluation: Most recent call conducted on June 12, 2026.