Sandstone Care Rockville

Age-Specific Care for Teens and Young Adults

Sandstone Care Rockville provides a 4-12-week treatment program designed specifically for adolescents and young adults. The center addresses substance use alongside conditions like depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), and trauma. By separating programming by age group, clients participate in groups that reflect their real-life experiences, building a sense of connection and understanding with peers.

Flexible and Accessible Programs

Care is structured through day treatment (partial hospitalization) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP). Day treatment includes five hours of therapy each day, five days a week, usually lasting four weeks. The IOP involves around 12 hours per week across three to four days, giving clients the flexibility to continue school or work. Virtual IOP sessions extend access for those unable to attend in person, while transportation assistance ensures that logistical barriers do not stand in the way of care.

Integrated Therapies and Medications

Programs combine therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) with trauma-informed counseling and relapse prevention. Holistic supports like mindfulness practices, art therapy, music therapy, and nutrition counseling are also included. Medications for addiction treatment (MAT), including buprenorphine and naltrexone, are available when clinically appropriate to support recovery from opioid or alcohol use.

Support for Education, Career, and Family

The Rockville center emphasizes growth outside the therapy room. Academic and vocational support helps teens and young adults keep pace with schoolwork, explore college or career options, and build life skills. Family members are actively included in the process through weekly multi-family groups and biweekly family therapy sessions. These services strengthen communication, set healthy boundaries, and give families practical tools to support long-term recovery.

Continuing Care and Community

Recovery continues after treatment ends. Clients benefit from relapse prevention planning, ongoing check-ins, and an active alumni network that meets regularly. The center can also connect individuals to nearby gender-specific sober living homes, offering a stable and supportive environment during the transition back to daily life. These layers of support help clients build confidence and maintain progress as they move forward.

Client Reviews

Clients describe a mix of strong support from staff and community events alongside concerns about program structure and communication. Many highlight the value of therapy and alumni connections, while others point to administrative issues and consistency gaps.

• Staff & Care Experience (65% positive): Many reviewers mention caring and patient staff who helped them feel supported.
• Support & Community (70% positive): Alumni events and family nights are often called out as meaningful, helping people feel less alone in their recovery. "It was nice to be surrounded by peers who understand mental health struggles."
• Treatment Quality & Outcomes (55% positive): Some clients felt group therapy and strategies were helpful, while others reported inconsistent engagement or lack of progress. "Great group therapy and learned a lot of good applicable strategies."
• Facility & Environment: A few reviews praised the welcoming space. "Beautiful office space."
• Access & Process: Families appreciated quick intake in some cases, but others described administration and billing issues, or unclear discharge planning.