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Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch

Morrow, Arkansas

Level of care
Residential treatment (RTC), Partial hospitalization (PHP), Intensive outpatient (IOP), Outpatient, Therapeutic boarding school
Ages
14 to 17
Insurance
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Listed as operating. 7 sources, newest retrieved Jun 24, 2026. Record researched Jun 24, 2026.

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Published program summary

Christ-centered, CARF-accredited residential program for boys ages 14-17 operating on a Northwest Arkansas ranch since 1973, combining evidence-based clinical care (ART, CBT, DBT) with equine-assisted psychotherapy, outdoor adventure therapy (hiking, rock climbing, rappelling, ziplining, kayaking), and accredited academics across a phased ~9-month placement.

Services and populations

Genders served
Male (teen boys only)
Specialties
Substance use / addiction, Mental health disorders, Behavioral health issues, Trauma / PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), Conduct disorder, Self-harm, Suicidal behaviors, Attachment disorders, Adoption-related issues
Modalities
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-based therapy, Equine-assisted psychotherapy, Outdoor adventure therapy, Individual, group and family therapy, Psychiatric evaluation and medication management, 24-hour / skilled nursing care, Accredited academics (incl. GED-prep tracks)
Parent organization
Teen Challenge Ranch of Northwest Arkansas (Adult & Teen Challenge / Teen Challenge USA affiliate)

Admissions

Typical length of stay
Minimum 90 days; most clients complete treatment in ~6 to 7 months; phased program runs up to ~9 months (90-day Stabilization, 90-day Dual Treatment, 90-day Academy)

Credentials and public record

Accreditation
CARF International — Three-Year Accreditation (first accredited 2018; all five programs: Residential Treatment, Intensive Outpatient, Day Treatment, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization), Licensed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services (per program site)
Public record
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License
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Location

Address
19856 Boys Home Road, Morrow, AR 72749
County
Washington County

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