Open spaces, open minds, open road to recovery
MISSION STATEMENT:
In Balance Ranch is committed to assisting each student and
his family in the journey of recovery, sobriety, and academic achievement.
We endeavor to facilitate healing in the individual and in the family,
equipping them with the necessary tools to live a healthy, productive and joyful life.
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"This program is a wonderful gift for any young man lucky enough to become a part of it. Virtually all aspects of the program have been very well thought through. Overall, I would say this program is ran with absolute integrity sprinkled with a large dose of wisdom."
-In Balance Parent
"Being honest was a huge step for me and my recovery, I was living a lie for so long and now I know that I am free, I feel great!!"
-In Balance Student
"I am speaking as a parent and as a person dedicated to education since 1969, I think the academic leadership of Lynda Hendricks and her staff are outstanding. I think Lynda and her staff do an incredible job of working with students from all different levels and academic backgrounds, from those with learning challenges and those who are gifted."
"There are no words to describe how happy I feel about our son and his new life. Whatever work he did down at the Ranch really had a tremendous effect on him and I am glad to say that I have been less worried than I have been in years. I can tell that our son has made a deep psychic change. I look forward to the future now, rather than dread it. Thank you once again for helping us all have a meaningful life again."
"We watched with gratitude and amazement as our son matured and our relationship with him thawed; gradually it has became warm, loving, and stable. I know that as the years unfold this experience will continue to enrich our lives."
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In Balance Ranch Academy is a therapeutic boarding school developed around a clinically sophisticated model that effectively blends traditional therapy and the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. Additionally, the program incorporates research-based relapse prevention techniques, equine therapy and other experiential treatment modalities. In Balance Ranch serves young men, ages 13-17, who are suffering from addiction and other co-occurring disorders.
Located in beautiful southern Arizona, less than one hour from Tucson, In Balance Ranch offers an atmosphere conducive to self-reflection and serenity. Our program provides young men with a unique experience that inspires self-evaluation, discovery and growth. Most importantly, our program offers the invaluable gift of recovery from chemical dependency and other mental health challenges.
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This school is a candidate for accreditation by The Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation
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