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Oxbow Academy

Mount Pleasant, UT

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Dual Dx

Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx center · in Mount Pleasant, UT · Accepts Medicaid · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Oxbow Academy

Oxbow Academy is a specialized treatment center in Utah for boys ages 10-17 struggling with problematic sexual behaviors. The center offers comprehensive care, including evaluation, individualized treatment plans, and sex-specific therapy. What sets Oxbow apart is its focus on addressing compulsive sexual behavior, sexual abuse, pornography abuse, and sexual reactivity issues in teens. Their therapists are either certified sex addiction therapists (CSAT) or in the process of certification, ensuring specialized expertise in dealing with sensitive sexual issues.
The center employs a unique approach to treatment, combining traditional therapy with experiential methods such as equine therapy, expressive arts, EMDR, and high adventure. This multi-faceted approach allows for deeper, longer-lasting impact compared to traditional talk therapy alone. Oxbow Academy also emphasizes family involvement, focusing on rebuilding trust and healing family relationships. The program is accredited and bases its practices on ongoing research, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care. Additionally, they offer specialized treatment options, including a Neurotypical House for students who better understand social interactions.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

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.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · MAT · Dual Dx
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive remediation therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Adults
Special populations
Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Medications used
Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; Private or Community foundation; State education agency funds; Cash or self-payment; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

11470 East 16000 North, Mount Pleasant, UT 84647

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Facility direct line

(435) 260-4482

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Oxbow Academy accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Oxbow Academy accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific UT Medicaid plan. Call (435) 260-4482 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Oxbow Academy offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Oxbow Academy have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Oxbow Academy use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive remediation therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Oxbow Academy?
Call the facility directly at (435) 260-4482 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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