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Teen Challenge Gateway Academy for Boys

Birmingham, AL

SAMHSA Verified Outpatient Dual Dx

Outpatient · Dual Dx center · in Birmingham, AL · Accepts Medicaid · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Teen Challenge Gateway Academy for Boys

Gateway Academy for Boys, part of Teen Challenge Southeast, is a Christian-centered boarding school dedicated to transforming the lives of at-risk teen boys. Their comprehensive program focuses on spiritual growth, academic excellence, and character development, providing a structured environment that fosters personal transformation through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
The academy offers a well-rounded curriculum that includes daily devotionals, chapel services, and spiritual mentoring to strengthen students' faith and help them discover their identity in Christ. In addition to spiritual guidance, Gateway Academy provides tailored academic programs designed to help students catch up or excel, supported by caring teachers committed to their educational and personal growth. Therapeutic activities are integral to promoting emotional resilience and personal development.
Serving adolescent boys aged 11 to 17 who face challenges like substance use and behavioral issues, Gateway Academy emphasizes family restoration through counseling and regular communication to rebuild trust and strengthen familial bonds. Situated on a serene campus, the academy offers a peaceful and nurturing setting where teens can heal away from external pressures, surrounded by a supportive community guided by Christian principles.

Private non-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.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · Dual Dx
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: Federal Grants; Medicaid; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

1401 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205

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Facility direct line

(850) 547-1303

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Teen Challenge Gateway Academy for Boys accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Teen Challenge Gateway Academy for Boys accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific AL Medicaid plan. Call (850) 547-1303 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Teen Challenge Gateway Academy for Boys offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Teen Challenge Gateway Academy for Boys have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Teen Challenge Gateway Academy for Boys use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Couples/family therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Abnormal involuntary movement scale.
How do I start treatment at Teen Challenge Gateway Academy for Boys?
Call the facility directly at (850) 547-1303 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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