About Nexus Family Healing – Austin
Located on 12 acres in rural Minnesota, Nexus-Gerard Family Healing offers mental health and addiction services for children, adolescents, and families in Austin, Minnesota. They provide inpatient, dual diagnosis, and aftercare services for youth ages 6 to 18, including support for their families to cope with the challenges of mental health issues. The academy is licensed by the State of Minnesota and accepts private insurance and self pay.
Gerard Academy is located in a private, homey setting offering ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. The campus features community gardens and comfortable common areas, as well as a state accredited K through 12 day school. The grounds are located adjacent to a nature preserve, and wildlife can frequently be seen on the center’s property.
The inpatient program is designed to help individuals achieve recovery through mental, emotional, and physical wellness. Children and their families receive trauma informed, CBT based individual, group, and family counseling. Evidence based complementary approaches like EMDR are available to support trauma recovery. Education and life skills development are also prioritized to support long term health and sobriety. Courses are offered in self care, coping, problem solving, communication, relapse prevention, and family and community reintegration.
When clients complete treatment, aftercare services provide ongoing support. This continuing care can include academic and vocational training and transitional support. Social services, medical and mental health, and addiction recovery referrals are also provided to facilitate clients’ successful reintegration into their home community.
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