Meridell Achievement Center is a residential treatment center near Austin, Texas, that helps children and teens ages 11 to 17 who struggle with mental health and behavior issues. They treat conditions like ADHD, PTSD, autism, bipolar disorder, and more. Meridell stands out by offering both behavioral and neurobehavioral care in a supportive, trauma-informed environment.
Meridell uses many proven therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement therapy (EMDR), and group counseling to help kids and teens build healthy coping skills. Their team also focuses on understanding each child’s brain and emotions. By creating personal treatment plans, Meridell helps patients grow through support, not punishment, using praise and positive reinforcement.
Students live in safe, structured units separated by age and gender, with round-the-clock care. They attend Ki Charter Academy, where they get academic help and career-focused classes. Days are well-planned with therapy, school, and fun activities. This setup helps each child feel safe, stay focused, and succeed in both learning and life.
Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: mental health treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.
