Teen Challenge – Las Vegas Men’s Center

Teen Challenge- Las Vegas Men’s Center is a long term residential program located in Las Vegas, Nevada. They are a faith based program that focuses on the healing power of Jesus Christ and the Christian faith.

Teen Challenge- Las Vegas Men’s Center offers residential treatment for men.

The residential treatment program at Teen Challenge- Men’s Center is a long term residential stay that averages 12 – 18 months. The extended stay increases recovery success rates, while decreasing relapses. The program is best suited for those who initially need a high level of care and who want to ensure they are given the mental and emotional stability needed to make a big shift in their life. The program is faith based and believes in the power of Jesus Christ to help people heal from addiction. Time is spent in Bible study and learning about the Gospel. Traditional treatments such as individual counseling, group counseling, educational classes, life skills, vocational skills, and emotional intelligence classes are also incorporated.

Faith based treatment utilizes the spiritual beliefs and teachings of a particular faith to help individuals overcome addiction. Through a connection to their Higher Power, or the God of their religion, overcoming defeating behaviors is thought to become possible. This usually involves daily time spent in prayer, devotion, or reflection to create a deeper connection and the feeling of support through this connection.

Individual therapy creates the space to explore the psychological challenges associated with addiction. With the help of a professional, individuals are given the space and direction to talk about and process their emotions. Often this includes unresolved trauma, anger, depression, anxiety, and the need for more control or autonomy in life.

Group therapy involves treatment through the process of connecting in a group setting to discuss and work through mental, emotional, and physical issues. There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psychoeducation, and more. Group therapy at Teen Challenge also incorporates spiritual teachings.