Find the Person You’ve Always Been
Plainfield, New Hampshire
Welcome to Mountain Valley Treatment Center We recognize that sending a child to residential treatment is difficult for all members of a family, so we take our responsibility to help seriously – and view it as a privilege. At Mountain Valley, residents suffering from severe anxiety, OCD, and depression learn to take healthy risks within the context of a holistic, experiential, and clinically sophisticated therapeutic milieu. Our residents are challenged to face fears and learn new coping skills to overcome those fears. This brochure serves to give you simply a glimpse of the Mountain Valley experience. Should you need more information, we hope that you will explore our website or, better yet, contact us and schedule a visit. We are honored that you are considering Mountain Valley. Sincerely,
Carl J. Lovejoy Executive Director & Co-founder
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Finding The Person You’ve Always Been
Letter from the Director & About
A non-profit, short-term residential program for adolescents and emerging adults. Located in the Upper Valley of New Hampshire, Mountain Valley Treatment Center is a non-profit, short-term residential program for adolescents and emerging adults of all genders living with obsessive-compulsive, anxiety, and related disorders that are interfering with their quality of life. Our empirically supported treatment modalities, unique setting, and comprehensive approach to care make us stand apart from like providers.
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Why Choose Us Approach & Philosophy Mountain Valley accurately describes us geographically as well as symbolically. The mountain represents a challenge to overcome, and the valley a sense of rest, peace, and balance that we seek to give our residents. Each day’s schedule mimics a typical school day and is filled with structured and purposeful activities that balance the individual and group therapy sessions. Residents are typically with us for 60 to 90 days, and optional programming for continued academic exposure and credit recovery is available.
Dedicated Team Mountain Valley’s team is made up of dedicated, caring professionals who truly value their experience and opportunity to positively impact the lives of our residents and families in all areas of our program. Our staff consists of experienced and supportive administrative leadership, highly trained and skilled clinicians, and well-rounded residential program counselors. Our senior leadership team—one of the most experienced within our industry— brings professionalism, passion, and knowledge to support our organization’s mission, core values, and culture of service, accountability, compassion, and transparency.
For the full list of our staff, visit mountainvalleytreatment.org/team
“Mountain Valley is a life changing experience. The clinical aspect is the Gold Standard, top notch. The real draw to the place is the staff that consists of the most caring and kind people doing life changing work.” -Mother of a Graduate
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Whom We Serve Mountain Valley treats individuals of all gender identities between the ages of 13 to 20, with moderate to severe OCD and anxiety, as determined by:
• The intensity and frequency of their symptoms • The degree to which their academic and social life is impaired or underdeveloped • Whether suffering from new or emerging symptoms of OCD and anxiety, or have had ongoing struggles where previous efforts have been inadequate. • In many cases, symptoms will be experienced concurrently with other emotional or behavioral challenges. The most frequently occurring examples Why Choose Us & Whom We Serve
include: - Periods of sadness and episodes of depression - Onset or reemergence of a specific phobia or phobias - Social avoidance and school refusal - Sleep disturbances - Frustration intolerance - Intrusive thoughts and rituals - Parental conflict - Unhealthy degrees of perfectionism - Low self-esteem and confidence
Learn more about whom we serve at: mountainvalleytreatment.org/residents
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Conditions We Treat Mountain Valley is uniquely organized to treat the following:
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Co-morbid disorders such as:
• OC-spectrum disorders
- ADHD
• Generalized anxiety disorder
- Depression
• Panic disorder and agoraphobia
- Disordered eating - Somatization disorders
• Social anxiety disorder • Body-focused repetitive behaviors, such as dermatillomania and trichotillomania
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Our Approach to Treatment As a comprehensive treatment program, Mountain Valley has developed a paradigm of care that emphasizes the whole person, and not just their clinical needs.
Treatment Modalities Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Acceptance & Commitment
Mountain Valley believes that the broader intellectual,
Therapy (ACT)
social, and physical health needs of our residents must be addressed so that each person can complete their
Exposure & Response Prevention
treatment goals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence
(ERP)
to effectively manage their OCD, anxiety, and other challenges in their life. In addition to our empirically
Family Therapy & Psycho-education
supported treatment modalities, we offer a supportive family curriculum and a variety of experiential activity
Therapeutic Recreation
management, and aftercare services.
Experiential Activity Therapy
Mountain Valley’s clinically integrated services include
Thematic Group Therapy
Conditions & Treatments
therapy, as well as academic programming, medication
a robust complement of medical and psychiatric professionals who provide medication management
Mindfulness
and consultation, basic health and wellness services, medication administration, and coordination with area health providers.
Learn more about our treatments at: mountainvalleytreatment.org/treatments
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Campus & Location The Perfect Complement To Our Program Our magnificent property in beautiful Plainfield, NH perfectly complements our approach to treatment. The grounds of the campus—featuring 25 acres of pastures, trails, and recreational space—are a compelling and proven alternative to the often intimidating institutional setting of a psychiatric hospital or large residential treatment center.
Rural, Yet Accessible Campus Our campus is far from inaccessible. During their time at Mountain Valley, residents can take advantage of their surroundings while still finding sanctuary on campus. We are less than a 20 minute drive to Hanover, NH, a quintessential college town that offers purposeful and enjoyable opportunities for exposure practice, family visits, and other programming. Our campus is also a gateway to miles of hiking trails and the Connecticut River, as well as the fields, gardens, and barns of our farming neighbors. We allow residents to feel connected with their surroundings
“A wonderful setting with incredibly talented folks in which to learn life skills and anxiety coping mechanisms as a teenager to carry and utilize for the rest of your life. Transformative for the entire family.”
– Mother of a Graduate
while cultivating a close-knit community, from which our residents and their parents benefit. In short, our unique setting strikes the perfect balance.
Take a virtual tour of our campus: mountainvalleytreatment.org/tour
Our Campus
Our facilities are as unique as our programming model. A former inn, events center, and farm-to-table French restaurant, the property has a rich history. The Gallup
Dorms & Facilities
House, circa 1818, is a historic Federal style mansion where our administration, dining, academics, and activity spaces, and one of our two dormitories are housed. The Carriage House offers group therapy space and our second dormitory. The Clinical Center, a renovated private residence for the former inn’s chef, contains nursing, admissions, meeting/training space, and therapist offices.
Learn more about our facilites at: mountainvalleytreatment.org/campus
An art center, low ropes course, climbing tower, and barn round out our special setting.
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Life at MVTC Mountain Valley’s daily routine is purposeful, structured, and safe. Technology is limited. Meals bring together staff and residents to emphasize social interaction. Employing organic and sustainable practices, residents participate in the year-round cultivation of the foods we grow and consume. Weekends at Mountain Valley include off-campus excursions that combine adventure, culture, and fun. This is a time where residential life is more laid-back.” Participation in seasonal activities such as skiing and snowboarding and caving and canoeing, as well as trips to local art and historic areas, offer opportunities for learning and challenge.
Get a gimpse into a typical day at Mountain Valley:
Life at MVTC
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“Mountain Valley changed my life, and I have no idea what I would do without it. Thank you all so much for the caring and wonderful support you gave me over my 3 months there. You helped me get excited about my life again, and I can’t wait to live my life now knowing that I have the tools to conquer anything!” – Lee, former resident
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Community Stories What sets Mountain Valley apart from other treatment programs and settings- is the sense of community that is most enjoyed and often remembered. Residents, staff—even the animals— all contribute to making Mountain Valley an effective treatment program and a special place. Read more resident stories at: mountainvalleytreatment.org/stories
Mountain Valley fosters strong interpersonal
I was at Mountain Valley for just under 3 months
relationships. I think every day about the staff
and it was the best decision my family and I ever
members and fellow residents who played an integral
made. Not only did they help tackle my mental health
role in my personal growth. Mountain Valley wouldn’t
struggles, they changed my view of the world. The
be the same without the wonderful community.
staff are some of the best and most caring people you will ever meet, and the other residents are some of
– Sara, former resident
my best friends. An all-around amazing experience. – Danny, former resident
I’m still in touch with some of my MVTC friends. I still have moments of feeling very anxious, but the difference is that I know how to refocus myself and come back to the present. I deeply miss having therapy sessions with my MVTC therapist. She always knew how to guide me to a happier and healthier self! – Hannah, former resident
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Take The Next Step
1. Pre-Admission Interview
2. Online Application
A pre-admission interview will be conducted over the
If Mountain Valley seems to be a potentially appropriate
phone by one of our admissions team members.
treatment option for the individual, the family will be encouraged to complete the online application.
3. Comprehensive Meeting After reviewing your online application and connecting with at home providers, we will schedule a comprehensive meeting to gather more detailed information to ensure
For more information or to schedule a pre-admissions phone call, call 603-616-6693 or visit: mountainvalleytreatment.org/call-us
Mountain Valley is your most appropriate setting. This meeting can be conducted at our Plainfield, NH campus, over the phone, via secure video conferencing or, at times in the home.
Getting Here When traveling to our Plainfield campus, many families fly into Boston’s Logan Airport or Manchester-Boston Regional Airport in Manchester, NH. Additionally, a small regional airport in nearby Lebanon, NH accommodates direct flights from Boston and White Plains, NY.
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703 River Road Plainfield, NH 03781 For detailed driving directions, visit: mountainvalleytreatment.org/directions
FAQs Who comes to Mountain Valley Treatment Center?
How many hours of therapy does a resident receive each week?
Adolescents and emerging adults (ages 13 to 20) of all
Mountain Valley provides at least 13 hours of formal
genders suffering from debilitating OCD and anxiety.
therapy each week, including six hours of individualized ERP, three hours of individual therapy, three hours of
Does Mountain Valley treat other issues, such as substance abuse and eating disorders?
thematic group therapy, and one to two hours of family therapy that includes psycho-education for both resident and family.
We do not treat substance use disorders or active eating
Where is Mountain Valley located and where do your residents come from? Mountain Valley is located in the Upper Valley Region of New Hampshire. We serve residents and their families from
How is it determined that a resident has completed the treatment program? Each resident has an individualized treatment plan with specific goals based on presenting issues. When goals have been completed and a resident has taken ownership of their exposure therapy work, and an aftercare services plan is in place, then a discharge date is identified. Next Steps & FAQs
disorders. Mountain Valley is not a medical model facility.
across the United States and abroad.
How long do residents stay at Mountain Valley? The average length of stay is between 60 and 90 days.
How would you describe your clinical model? Our approach involves individual, group, and family therapy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT),
Does Mountain Valley accept insurance? Mountain Valley is a private/self-pay program. We do not accept insurance.
How do I learn more about Mountain Valley? Visit our website at: mountainvalleytreatment.org or call 603-989-3500.
including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Mountain Valley also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training and thematic group therapies.
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