Hillside's 13-acre campus is located in the Morningside neighborhood near Midtown Atlanta.
Founded in 1888, Hillside is one of Atlanta's oldest non-profit organizations, providing a continuum of mental health treatment services for young people with emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges. Nestled on a property between Monroe Drive and Amsterdam Avenue, Hillside offers the serenity of a beautifully landscaped environment and the convenience of an in-town location. Our residential campus includes: 7 cottages, 24-hour Nursing Clinic, Hillside Conant School, Gymnasium, Pool, 2 Outdoor Sports Courts, Garden, and Greenhouse.
01/30/2026
In DBT, understanding emotions begins with being able to identify and name them. It’s not always easy—sometimes what looks like anger is really hurt, or what feels like anxiety is actually fear. And a lot of the time, we just say “I’m fine” without really checking in with ourselves.
In DBT, learning to identify and name emotions is a key part of building awareness. It helps us make sense of what we’re feeling so we can respond more clearly, instead of reacting automatically. Learn more about DBT at Hside.org 💙
01/29/2026
Happy 18th Work-Anniversary to our wonderful Campus Lead, Logan Douglas! No matter the circumstance, Mr. Logan always remains professional and understanding. He has been a beacon of hope and encouragement to many, always maintaining a helpful attitude. To celebrate his anniversary, Mr. Douglas took photos with different hillside departments around campus! Here’s to many more years with Mr. Douglas as part of the Hillside Team💙
01/28/2026
In DBT, dialectics is the practice of holding two truths at the same time, even when they seem to contradict. It’s about shifting from “either/or” thinking to “both/and” thinking.
For example, you can be doing your best and still need to make changes. Someone can be angry with you and still care about you. A situation can feel overwhelming and still be worth facing.
Dialectical thinking helps us move away from rigid, black-and-white thinking and toward a more flexible, balanced way of seeing the world. In DBT, we don’t choose between acceptance and change—we work with both at the same time. Learn more about DBT at Hside.org
01/27/2026
Earlier this month, we welcomed Junior League of Atlanta volunteers and our partner organization, MAAC, to help us create 2026 vision boards! Hillside clients collaged their 2026 goals, along with creating DBT Skill boards to share with their cottages. Thank you to our volunteers for helping us start the new year off right 💙
01/26/2026
Want to ask for what you need without losing your cool—or the relationship? In DBT, we use a skill called DEAR MAN to help with assertive communication. It’s a step-by-step strategy for making requests or setting boundaries while staying calm, clear, and confident.
DEAR MAN helps you express yourself effectively, increase the chances of being heard, and keep your self-respect intact. Whether you're asking a friend for space, telling a teacher you need help, or setting limits with a loved one, this skill gives you a plan.
It’s not about controlling the outcome—it’s about showing up with clarity and confidence. Learn more about DBT at Hside.org 💙
01/23/2026
Strong emotions aren’t the problem. It’s how we respond to them that can cause trouble.
In DBT, we teach that you can’t always stop an emotion from showing up, but you can learn how to understand it, reduce its intensity, and choose how to respond.
Skills like opposite action, checking the facts, and mindfulness help create space between the feeling and the reaction. That space is where change happens. The goal isn’t to shut emotions down—it’s to build awareness and flexibility, so emotions don’t take over. Learn more about DBT at Hside.org 💙
01/22/2026
Last week, Happy Tails returned to campus for their first visit of the year! This volunteer-led animal-assisted therapy program serves the Atlanta community by bringing certified dogs and cats to hospitals, assisted living communities, behavioral health centers, and schools. Happy Tails aims to enrich lives and provide comfort and joy through the human-animal bond. Our clients love seeing the Happy Tails teams every month!
01/21/2026
In DBT, mindfulness means paying attention to the present moment without judging it. It helps teens notice what they’re thinking and feeling so they can respond calmly instead of reacting impulsively.
At Hillside, we use mindfulness to build self-awareness, emotional control, and the ability to pause before making choices. It’s the first step in learning how to manage emotions and create meaningful change. Learn more at Hside.org💙
01/20/2026
This past Saturday, Hillside hosted the Governor's Rally for Division 1 Kiwanis Clubs. Held in our dining hall, the rally welcomed Clubs from Metro Atlanta and celebrated the vital support Kiwanians provide to programs around the state. We are especially grateful to the Kiwanis Club of Atlanta, which has supported Hillside for over 100 years! 💙
01/19/2026
Hillside’s DBT Day Program offers structured support for teens in Atlanta. Designed for adolescents who need more than weekly therapy but don’t require 24/7 care, our Day Program provides intensive treatment rooted in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
It’s a powerful option for teens struggling with emotional dysregulation, self-harm, anxiety, and depression. Our goal is to help each client stabilize, build skills, and return to their home and school life stronger. Learn more at hside.org 💙
01/16/2026
Validation doesn’t mean agreement. It means understanding. In DBT, validation is the skill of recognizing and affirming someone’s internal experience, without fixing, judging, or dismissing it. It’s how we say, “What you’re feeling makes sense,” even if we would’ve reacted differently.
When we practice validation, we help others feel seen, heard, and safe. That’s the foundation for trust, connection, and change—especially for kids and teens working through big emotions. Learn more about DBT at Hside.org💙
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The Hillside Team Are Experts At Providing Residential & Outpatient Behavioral Health Support for Youth, Adolescents, and Their Families.
Welcome to Hillside, where every day is a new day and a new beginning. Since our beginning in 1888, Hillside’s mission has been to help children and families thrive by providing outstanding residential services and community mental health services. Our programs focus on the strengths of our kids and encourage the growth and improvement they need to navigate through life. Hillside provides specialized cutting edge mental health care and education to children and their families.
Hillside is unique among mental health facilities for youth in Georgia that focuses on children, adolescents and young adults ranging in age from six to 24. Our services, both residential services and day programs, resolve family issues by helping children with mental illness move more successfully through adolescence into adulthood. With a staff fully trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), we have success with children who have not responded to other treatment modalities.
We offer community-based services, residential programs and foster care services to reach children and teens where they are, at home, school and in the community. The help we offer includes individualized treatment programs that also incorporate the family to build a complete wrap-around support structure and improved family dynamics.
Hillside Is One Of The Premier Mental Health Facilities in GA
Our behavioral health centers in Atlanta, GA serve children and families from across the Southeast who are dealing with mental health issues that typically present or are exacerbated during adolescence. Managing mental health issues in children can be challenging for families, and the strain on other members of the family is sometimes almost too great to bear. At Hillside, we treat children struggling with mental illness and help heal the damage mental illness often causes for families. With community-based services, Hillside provides continuing care to support healing families.
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