Lasting recovery from mental health and behavioral challenges doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built on a foundation of compassion, expertise, and evidence-based care. At Moriah Behavioral Health, treatment is grounded in research-backed therapies proven to help adolescents and teens heal from mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and substance use disorders.
Since 2018, Moriah has been committed to providing personalized, holistic care that empowers young people to regain balance and build the skills they need for lifelong well-being. Here are five evidence-based therapies used at Moriah Behavioral Health that support lasting recovery and transformation.
1. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely researched and effective approaches for treating anxiety, depression, and disordered eating. CBT helps individuals identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that influence emotions and behaviors.
At Moriah Behavioral Health, therapists use CBT to help teens recognize negative thinking patterns—such as self-criticism, fear of failure, or distorted body image—and replace them with healthier, more realistic perspectives.
By learning practical coping skills, problem-solving strategies, and emotional regulation techniques, adolescents develop a stronger sense of control and confidence. CBT doesn’t just manage symptoms—it equips teens with lifelong tools to handle stress and prevent relapse.
2. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is another cornerstone of Moriah’s evidence-based care. Originally developed to treat borderline personality disorder, DBT has proven highly effective for teens struggling with emotional dysregulation, self-harm behaviors, anxiety, and substance use.
DBT combines acceptance and change—teaching teens that their emotions are valid while also helping them learn healthier ways to respond. At Moriah, DBT is delivered through individual sessions, group skills training, and family involvement.
The therapy focuses on four core skill areas:
Mindfulness: Becoming aware of emotions and thoughts without judgment.
Distress Tolerance: Managing crises without harmful behaviors.
Emotion Regulation: Understanding and balancing intense emotions.
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Building healthy, respectful relationships.
Through DBT, teens learn that they can experience difficult emotions and still make positive, values-based choices—an essential step toward long-term recovery.
3. Family-Based Therapy (FBT)
At Moriah Behavioral Health, families are seen as vital partners in the healing process. Family-Based Therapy (FBT)—especially effective for adolescents with eating disorders—empowers parents and caregivers to take an active role in their teen’s recovery.
FBT focuses on restoring healthy eating patterns, rebuilding trust, and strengthening communication within the family unit. Moriah’s clinicians guide families through each stage of treatment, helping them understand how to support their teen’s progress and reduce triggers at home.
This collaborative approach not only promotes recovery but also reinforces the message that no one has to face mental health challenges alone.
4. Experiential and Expressive Therapies
Healing extends beyond traditional talk therapy. Moriah Behavioral Health integrates experiential and expressive therapies—such as art therapy, music therapy, movement therapy, and equine-assisted therapy—into treatment programs to help teens explore emotions in creative, nonverbal ways.
These therapies allow adolescents to connect with themselves and others through self-expression, mindfulness, and physical activity. They also help teens build emotional resilience and discover healthy outlets for stress and anxiety.
For many young people, experiential therapies are transformative—they create moments of insight, joy, and confidence that words alone cannot achieve.
5. Trauma-Informed Therapy
Many teens at Moriah Behavioral Health have experienced trauma that contributes to their mental health struggles. Trauma-informed therapy ensures that treatment is delivered with sensitivity to past experiences and focuses on creating safety, trust, and empowerment.
Moriah’s trauma-informed care emphasizes understanding “what happened” to a teen rather than “what’s wrong” with them. Clinicians use gentle, evidence-based techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) or trauma-focused CBT to help adolescents process painful memories and reduce the emotional impact of trauma.
This compassionate approach supports not just symptom relief but deep, lasting healing.
A Holistic Path to Healing
Each therapy at Moriah Behavioral Health works as part of a larger, holistic treatment plan that includes medical care, nutritional support, and family involvement. By combining proven clinical methods with empathy and inclusivity, Moriah creates a safe space for adolescents to rediscover their strength and move forward with confidence.
At Moriah Behavioral Health, evidence-based therapies aren’t just treatment methods—they’re pathways to transformation, resilience, and lifelong recovery.
Learn more about Moriah Behavioral Health’s evidence-based programs and start the journey to healing today at www.moriahbehavioralhealth.com
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