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	Visions Adolescent Treatment Visions offers top-of-the-line treatment for 13 to 18 year old addicts, with alumni that includes Elizabeth Brockovich—daughter of Erin Brockovich—who found treatment in Vision's outpatient, day school, sober living and their Launch program. Rating: 5 stars Malibu and Los Angeles $40,000/30 days (45 day minimum)
	Newport Academy This SoCal program fosters a regimented but respectful recovery environment, where teens learn how to live sober through plenty of 12-step meetings and life-skills classes—not to mention "equine-assisted psychotherapy" and mixed martial arts. Rating: 5 stars Newport Beach, Calif. $30,000/mo.
	Sober College At Sober College, young people learn life skills and can take accredited college courses while going through treatment for addiction. Rating: 4.5 stars Woodland Hills, CA $15,000 - $25,000 per month;
	AToN Center This San Diego luxury rehab provides customized treatment by highly qualified staff and, according to one alum, “Sets the gold standard for all other treatment centers.” Rating: 5 stars San Diego, CA $60,000 for 30 days, additional $10,000 for a private room
	Discovery Place This 12-step based non-profit Tennessee facility for men offers meetings, groups and camaraderie. Rating: 4.5 stars Burns, TN 30-day program: $6500; LTR Program / Extended Care: $5500 (monthly); step-down program (outpatient): $1500
	Northwest Counseling & Wellness Center This Austin, Texas rehab provides substance abuse and mental health services as an outpatient programs. It is universally beloved by its clients and alumni for the therapy provided to the individual and the support freely given by a caring staff. Rating: 4.5 stars Austin, TX $190/day
	Whitian House If you are looking for a loving and nurturing outpatient program which still emphasizes accountability, this may be the place for you. Almost unanimously, clients credit this Lakewood, Colorado program with improving their lives in significant ways. Rating: 4.5 stars Lakewood, CO $30-$50 per group; $50-$75 per one-on-one session.
	The Sanctuary Byron Bay The Sanctuary Byron Bay combines a completely individualized holistic approach with unrivaled luxury. If you want excellent treatment combined with true privacy and every possible amenity, including your own 24-hour carer, this is the place for you. Rating: 4.5 stars Byron Bay, Australia $140,000/month
	DARA Thailand DARA is as lush and exotic as you might expect. Their program includes airport pick-up, a full medical exam at a nearby private hospital and luxury amenities—all at surprisingly affordable prices. Rating: 4 stars Koh Chang, Thailand $6,995 for 4 weeks.
	Paradigm Malibu Highly rated by their teen clients and their families, Paradigm Malibu offers programs for a really wide range of adolescent disorders including: depression, anxiety, personality disorders, substance abuse, behavioral addictions, and eating disorders. Rating: 4.5 stars Malibu, CA $49,000 flat rate

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Newport Academy

This SoCal program fosters a regimented but respectful recovery environment, where teens learn how to live sober through plenty of 12-step meetings and life-skills classes—not to mention "equine-assisted psychotherapy" and mixed martial arts.

Oceanside Malibu

Oceanside alumni praise flexible treatment which includes care for underlying mental health conditions, staff who go the extra mile, luxury amenities, and activities such as surfing and horseback riding.

Waismann Method®

Waismann Method® specializes in the treatment of opioid dependence and offers advanced medical detox procedures including Anesthesia-Assisted Rapid Detox.

Room with swimming pool overlooking lake at Sunshine Coast

Sunshine Coast Health Centre

This non-12-step men's facility in Canada offers individualized and comprehensive addiction treatment which leads to personal transformation. The goal is men "who are inspired to live with a renewed sense of vitality and purpose."