Wilderness Programs for Troubled Teens in Louisiana

Currently there are no wilderness programs located in Louisiana. There are many other alternatives to wilderness programs. Residential treatment centers offer services including constant staff supervision, therapists and counselors for both male and female teens who have mental disorders or drug problems. They provide a safe environment where the troubled teen is away from negative outside influences. Boarding schools provide a facility where teens live together and are monitored by teachers.

Wilderness Programs are an alternative to Military Schools, Boarding Schools, and Substance abuse treatment centers. This unique experience can be described as a "rite of passage," a transformational process that is difficult to find in our fast-paced, modern society. Therapist and Counselors guide teens toward self-reliance and self-respect. The impact of these programs on troubled teens with such behavioral problems as low self-esteem, poor school performance, defiance of authority, depression, and drug and alcohol abuse has been well documented. Parents can feel confident that their children will get the treatment and care they need.

There are still many options available if you do not have a wilderness program in your area. Christian boarding schools for troubled teens can be vary valuable and have an extremely powerful impact. Zion Educational Service's child placing specialists are dedicated to helping families of troubled teenagers find the very best possible solution.


For immediate help with placing your child in the correct program or school please contact ZES, (Zion Educational Services) to talk to a child education specialist at 866-439-8112.

For a more comprehensive listing of Wilderness Programs in Louisiana please click on the links below

New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Metairie, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Kenner, Bossier City, Monroe, Alexandria, Marrero, New Iberia, Houma, Chalmette, Laplace, Slidell, Terrytown, Opelousas, Harvey, Ruston, Sulphur, Natchitoches, Hammond, Gretna, Shenandoah