Newport Academy

About Newport Academy

Newport Academy in Bethlehem, Connecticut, is part of a national network of behavioral health programs for young people, primarily serving teens ages 12 to 18, with separate tracks for children ages 7 to 11 and young adults up to 35. They treat depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar and mood disorders, suicidal ideation, and substance use, often addressing these as co-occurring conditions rather than in isolation. Care spans live-in residential treatment, a full-day Partial Hospitalization Program, and an Intensive Outpatient Program, with telehealth options and aftercare planning. Families can expect to stay informed and involved throughout, and teens in PHP and IOP continue living at home while attending treatment.

Each young person receives an individualized plan built by a team of psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, nurses, and registered dietitians. Clinical work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, EMDR, Exposure and Response Prevention, Motivational Interviewing, Emotional Freedom Technique, and Attachment-Based Family Therapy, alongside psychiatric care and medication management. Teens keep up with school through an accredited academic curriculum and explore art, music, and adventure therapy, while residential housing is separated by gender and staff have particular experience supporting LGBTQ+ youth. After discharge, alumni can stay connected through online and in-person events and support groups, and the organization holds Joint Commission accreditation.