Focused Care for Adolescent Boys
Stonewater provides a structured continuum of care specifically designed for the developmental and emotional needs of teen boys. From a safe, medically-managed detox to an immersive residential program, every step is tailored to address the root causes of addiction and foster genuine, lasting change in a supportive environment.
Typical Length: 3-10 Days
The first step for many, Stonewater's detox program provides 24/7 medical supervision in a comfortable setting to safely manage withdrawal symptoms. This process ensures each teen is physically stable and ready to fully engage in the therapeutic aspects of the residential program.
Length of Stay: 30, 60, or 90 Days
The core of the Stonewater experience is its long-term residential program. Residents live on-site, immersed in a structured schedule of individual, group, and family therapy, academic schooling, and experiential activities. This extended timeframe allows for deep therapeutic work and the development of healthy coping skills.
Environment & Accommodations
Stonewater is set on a sprawling 65-acre campus in the peaceful countryside of Oxford, MS, complete with rolling hills and a lake. The environment is intentionally designed to be a safe, home-like respite, far from the triggers and pressures of daily life. With a small capacity of just 15 residents, the center ensures an intimate, focused, and highly supportive community where each young man receives personalized attention. The facility fosters a sense of brotherhood and shared purpose, crucial for adolescent recovery.
The facility is designed to feel like a home, not a hospital, promoting comfort and reducing the stigma of treatment.
Residents share rooms with one or two others, encouraging peer support, accountability, and the development of healthy social skills.
The single-gender environment allows young men to be vulnerable and focus on their specific issues without social pressures from the opposite sex.
Policies & Rules
Stonewater is not a locked facility. It is a highly structured environment where residents are expected to fully participate in the program schedule.
Medication-Assisted Treatment is supported for detox only. Residents on medications like Suboxone will be safely tapered off by the medical team.
To promote overall health, Stonewater is a completely tobacco and nicotine-free campus. Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited.
Personal cell phones, laptops, and other electronics are not permitted. This policy helps residents focus entirely on their treatment and recovery.
Family involvement is key. Visits are scheduled on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, integrated with the family therapy program.
Items such as tobacco, outside food/drinks, non-approved medications, and electronics are not allowed. A full list is provided upon admission.
Program & Treatment
Learn about the program structure, therapy types, and treatment model.
Stonewater stands out because it was founded by a family with personal experience in adolescent recovery. It utilizes an integrated DBT platform where the entire team is trained, ensuring a consistent therapeutic approach. The program is exclusively for teen boys, set on a peaceful 65-acre campus that promotes healing, and focuses on building upon the inherent strengths of each young man.
Stonewater offers a specialized continuum of care for adolescent boys, which includes a Comfort Medical Detox program and a long-term Residential Treatment program with 30, 60, and 90-day options.
They offer an integrated dual-diagnosis residential program. This means they treat both the substance use and any co-occurring mental health disorders (like ADHD, anxiety, depression, or trauma) at the same time. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a cornerstone of this integrated approach.
Stonewater uses a blend of evidence-based and experiential therapies, including an Integrated DBT Platform, Trauma Therapy, 12-Step Integration, and experiential therapies like yoga, equine therapy, and adventure therapy.
Yes, the program integrates 12-Step philosophy and meetings into its clinical framework, providing residents with a foundation in this widely recognized recovery model.
No, the program is clinically focused and not faith-based, making it suitable for individuals from all backgrounds. However, residents are given the option to attend church services if they wish.
Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center was founded and has been offering services since 2017.
Cost & Admission
Find answers about costs, insurance, and what's required for admission.
Costs vary based on insurance coverage and length of stay. The estimated self-pay rate for the residential program is around $57,000 per month. It is best to contact the admissions team for a personalized quote and insurance verification.
Yes. Stonewater is a private facility that works with most major insurance providers, including Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Tricare, and United Healthcare. They do not accept Medicaid.
Yes, Stonewater offers a "Comfort Detox" program for teen boys, providing a safe and medically supervised environment to manage withdrawal before transitioning into the residential program.
Suboxone may be used during the medical detox phase to ensure safety and comfort. However, the program's goal is to help residents become free from all mood- and mind-altering substances, so they will be tapered off under medical supervision. Long-term MAT is not part of the treatment model.
Daily Life & Rules
Details on living arrangements, what to bring, and facility policies.
The length of stay is based on individual clinical needs. The residential program offers 30, 60, and 90-day tracks.
The facility offers a comfortable, home-like environment on a large campus. To foster peer support and accountability, residents share rooms with 1-2 roommates. Private rooms are not available.
No, Stonewater is not a locked facility. It operates as an open campus with a highly structured program and 24/7 staff supervision to ensure resident safety and engagement.
No, personal electronics like cell phones and laptops are not permitted to help residents fully immerse themselves in the treatment process. Additionally, Stonewater is a non-smoking and non-vaping campus; all tobacco and nicotine products are prohibited.
Bring: About a week's worth of comfortable, appropriate clothing (no drug/alcohol themes, not revealing), unopened personal care items (alcohol-free), any prescribed medications in original bottles, and a photo album. A detailed packing list is provided upon admission.
Leave at home: All electronics (phones, iPads), tobacco/vaping products, outside food/drinks, valuable jewelry, and any items containing alcohol.
Support, Staff & Community
Information on the care team, family involvement, and peer environment.
Care is provided by a multidisciplinary team led by a board-certified addictionologist. The on-site team includes nurses, licensed therapists and counselors, and support staff, ensuring comprehensive medical and clinical care.
You will be in treatment with other adolescent boys. The program is exclusively for males, creating a focused and supportive peer group. With a small capacity of only 15 residents, the community is intimate and close-knit, comprised of teens from various backgrounds who are typically covered by private insurance.
Family involvement is a critical component of the program. Stonewater offers an intensive family program with regular therapy sessions. On-site family visitation is scheduled for the second and fourth Saturday of each month.
Upon discharge, the clinical team works with each family to create a detailed continuing care plan. While Stonewater does not currently offer its own aftercare or outpatient programs, they will provide referrals and help coordinate with local therapists, psychiatrists, and support groups to ensure a smooth transition and ongoing support.
Payment & Cost Information
Insurance Accepted
Stonewater is a private facility that works with most major PPO insurance plans. They do not accept Medicaid. The admissions team provides a free, confidential benefits check to determine your coverage and potential out-of-pocket costs.
Self-Pay Estimates
For families paying out-of-pocket, the following is an estimate and is subject to change. Please call to confirm exact pricing.
- Residential (30 Days):$57,000
In-Network & Out-of-Network Providers May Include:
This is a partial list. The best way to confirm coverage is to contact their admissions team.
BlueCross BlueShield
United Healthcare
Aetna
Cigna
UMR
Tricare
And Many More
