Key Healthcare

Teen-Centered Residential Care

The program is made solely for teens, allowing each person to heal alongside peers who can more closely relate to their life experiences. Evidence-based therapies are adapted for adolescents’ specific needs. These include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma counseling, and motivational interviewing. Teens who require treatment for co-occurring substance use can get it at the same time as addressing their mental health.

Integrated Academic Support

While in residential care, teens start the day with three hours of educational instruction by teachers and tutors from the associated Mission Academy School. Lessons can be made to fit teens’ individual education goals and are coordinated with home schools to make sure teens don’t fall behind while receiving care. Families receive regular updates to make sure everyone is on the same page.

Experiential Therapies and Life Skills

Along with evidence-based approaches, teens can join therapeutic outdoor activities such as hiking and surfing. Various other types of recreational therapy, as well as art and music therapy, are also offered. Building life skills is another essential component of Key Healthcare Malibu’s program. Staff guide teens through healthy ways to express emotions, methods of reducing stress, and pathways to building self esteem.

Family Participation

Staff communicate frequently with parents and guardians and provide active guidance while teens are in treatment. This includes consistent clinical updates and planning for teens’ return home. Family therapy is seen as a crucial part of treatment. Both parents and siblings can participate in education on topics including communication, trust, and setting boundaries.

Facility Transparency

• Verified by Start Your Recovery: On June 2, 2026, our research team conducted a comprehensive review of this facility's advertising claims, registrations from public health departments, national accrediting bodies, and SAMHSA.