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Overview of Inner Harbour Programs

General Psychiatric Programs
Youth with emotional and behavioral disturbances between the ages of 13-21, with an IQ of 50 and above, are considered for these programs. The focus of treatment is on rapid assessments, the development of social, emotional, and coping skills, intensive family therapy, substance abuse education, and cognitive therapies to prepare youth for successful re-integration back into the community.

Children's Program
Youth with emotional, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders for children up to age 12, with an IQ of 50 and above, are considered for this program. The focus of treatment is on rapid assessments, the development of social, emotional, and coping skills, intensive family therapy, and cognitive therapies to prepare youth for successful re-integration back into the community.

RBWO Continuum
This program is a stabilization and reunification program for Department of Family & Children Services females or males, ages 10-17 and their families. Services are primarily provided with intensive in-home treatment. When necessary, the continuum also provides short term out of home residential placement.

The RBWO Continuum is available to youth from Dekalb, Fulton, Cobb, Gwinnett, and Douglas counties who:

Are in danger of an out of home placement due to: mental health issues, serious behaviors (*including substance abuse, defiance, runaway, truancy, etc. and/or serious family conflict such as a report of abuse and/or neglect)

Have been out of the home up to 24 months and are returning to their home (reunification) from a residential or foster care placement

In adoptive placements that are in danger of disruption

Have a viable family placement

Youth who may not be eligible for this program include those who:

Are actively homicidal, suicidal or psychotic without medication stabilization

Require close medical supervision

Have displayed recent violent behavior toward self or others

Have engaged in deliberate fire setting behavior or sexual acting out

Do not have viable family who are willing to participate in the program

The following information will be requested upon referral:

Psychological dated within the last 2 years including a diagnosis

Psychosexual (if applicable)

Letter of Funding for RBWO

CCFA

Referrals can be made to the RBWO Continuum Placement Specialist by calling 770-852-6303. Click to download a copy of this program's referral form.

Excel Continuum
The Excel Continuum is available to DJJ committed youth from Dekalb, Fulton,Cobb, Gwinnett, and Douglas counties who:

Are in danger of an out of home placement due to: juvenile justice involvement, mental health issues, serious behaviors (*including substance abuse, defiance, runaway, truancy, etc. and/or serious family conflict (such as a report of abuse and/or neglect).
Have been out of the home up to 24 months and are returning to their home (reunification) from a residential or foster care placement.
In adoptive placements that are in danger of disruption.
Have a viable family placement.

The following information will be requested upon referral:

Psychological dated within the last 2 years including a diagnosis

Psychosexual (if applicable)

Letter of Funding for RBWO

CCFA

Referrals can be made to the Excel Continuum Placement Specialist by calling 770-852-6303 or e-mail to excelprogram@youthvillages.org.

Angela's House
Females ages 13-17 years with a history of sexual exploitation and an IQ of 75 or greater are eligible for this program. Girls may also be court ordered from Fulton County to participate in this program. The focus in treatment is on recovery from abuse, empowerment, education regarding high risk behaviors, medical and psychiatric assessment, substance abuse education, and intensive family therapy aimed at successful re-integration of the youth back into the family. Residents participate in an on campus SACS accredited school.

Families In Transition Program (F.I.T.)
F.I.T. is a 10-week decision-making skills program for youth and their parents. F.I.T. helps parents strengthen communication with their children and helps youth take responsibility for their actions. F.I.T. classes address life and social skills, e.g., negotiation, listening, decision-making, etc. F.I.T. is funded by Inner Harbour and the United Way and available for families with youth from the ages of 10-16. In addition, Spanish speaking groups are available.

Brain-Based Services May Include:

EEG/QEEG Assessment
EEG Neurofeedback
Pre/Post Measurable Outcomes
HeartMath
Emotion recognition and Communication programs
IVA: Continuous Performance Test for Med Management
Cognitive Enhancement Software
Alpha-Stim/CES
Auditory Visual Stimulation

Clinical Model
Dialectical Behavior Therapy or DBT for short is the treatment model utilized at Inner Harbour. This is a clinical approach for people who are experiencing intense, negative emotions that interfere with their daily lives. These emotions may be expressed outwardly in destructive ways such as angry outbursts, or inwardly by self-destructive behaviors such as suicide attempts, substance abuse, or impulsive actions. The goal of DBT at Inner Harbour is to teach our youth more effective ways to regulate their emotions, deal with distressing situations in their lives, and to improve relationships with the people around them.

Experiential Therapies May Include:

Brain Gym
Equine Therapy
Animal Assisted Therapy
Art Therapy
Recreational Therapy
Therapeutic Drumming
Yoga
Ropes Course

General Services May Include:

Social Skills Groups
Life Skills & Vocational Instruction
Individual, Group & Family Therapies
Psychiatric Evaluation
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Occupational Therapy
Speech & Language Therapy
Sensory Integration Therapy
Psychiatric Medication Management
Case Management
Discharge Planning

Staff May Include:

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrists
Licensed Nursing Staff
Licensed Certified Teachers
Masters Level and Licensed Therapists
Occupational Therapists
Recreational Therapists
Speech Therapists
Experienced Mental Health Professionals

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