The Carpenter Shed

16/05/2025

School’s out, and structure’s gone—but your teen still needs support. Here are 3 key things to watch for this summer:

👀 Mood shifts
🛏️ Sleep changes
🚫 Loss of interest or motivation

thecarpentershed.com/blog/how-to-combat-teen-behavior-problems

Summer can be freeing, but it can also uncover what school routines were holding together. Stay observant, stay connected.

10/05/2025

This week, The Carpenter Shed had another great group of Therapeutic/ Educational Consultants come for a tour filled with learning and building relationships. Thanks so much for coming to see us!

Jon Conway
Emily Miranda
Kimberly Bryant
Jamie Edwards
Missy Neubert Steffens
Zach Schulz

08/04/2025

Olivia Mason, Clinical Director at The Carpenter Shed, is kicking things off at the Louisiana Mental Health Conference speaking on Borderline Personality Disorder in Males.

If you have never been to this conference, reach out to Madison Nyquist for more information. It is one of the best!

21/03/2025

We are proud to announce that we are now in-network with United Healthcare - including their Oxford, Surest and UBH plans - making it easier for young men to access high-quality care with added convenience. This partnership reflects our commitment to providing comprehensive healthcare options. Are you interested in The Carpenter Shed or know someone that is in search of finding purpose, meaning and direction? Check out our program: https://www.thecarpentershed.com/adolescent-help

03/03/2025

📢 Join us at the Adolescent Symposium in Plano, TX, on March 5th & 6th! Don’t miss Olivia Mason, our Clinical Director, speaking on Thursday at 1 PM in Northbrook II. We’d love to connect—schedule a 1:1 meeting with us!

https://www.thecarpentershed.com/conference-sign-up

22/02/2025

This week The Carpenter Shed was buzzing with excitement and great company as we welcomed friends and program professionals for a tour - despite the chilling🥶 temperatures!
With hand warmers in our pockets, we explored how we can together support boys, ages 16-20, on their journey towards living lives with Purpose, Meaning and Direction.

Steve Swanson - Muir Wood
Jennifer Burdette and Lyndee Potetz - Luna Recovery Services
Zack Plyler - The Arbor
Robin Reber and Doc Dan - Star Guides
Amanda Franklin - Skyland Trails
Steve Schultz - Oxbow Academy
Amanda Esquivel - Room for Change
Stephanie Barton and Bo Murdoch - White River Academy
Anne Wilzbacher - Blue Ridge Therapeutic Wilderness

05/02/2025

At The Carpenter Shed, we believe in the transformative power of adventure. Our experiential therapy program empowers young men who may feel stuck, unmotivated, and disconnected from life. Through adventure-based activities, group challenges, physical fitness, and hands-on life skills, we break through the barriers that keep them trapped in cycles of apathy and self-destructive choices.

By engaging in structured movement and teamwork, our residents build confidence, discover their strengths, and reconnect with their purpose. The thrill of adventure, the bond of group experiences, and the discipline of learning new skills ignite real change—proving to these young men that they are capable of more than they ever imagined. 🌲💪

Learn More About Our Program Today: thecarpentershed.com/experiential-therapy

20/12/2024

1 of a 5 part blog series: Learn the ins and outs of Christian residential treatment centers for teens.

20/12/2024

Are you ISO a treatment option for mental health or substance use for your family member 16 - 20 - male? Check out the Carpender Shed ~ and contact Heather to learn how it got its name. Super excited to have them in the directory. 🙏 https://www.allkindsoftherapy.com/programs/program/the-carpenter-shed

19/12/2024

19/12/2024

Looking for ways to keep your son engaged this holiday season? Swap screen time for quality time! 🎄 From hiking to family games, The Carpenter Shed encourages activities that spark connection, creativity, and conversation—helping teens feel included and supported during the holidays. 💡

13/12/2024

The holidays can be a challenging time for young men, routines change and old habits or hidden issues may arise. From changes in hygiene to withdrawing socially, recognizing these signs early can make a big difference. Let’s work together to create a brighter future and create purpose, meaning and direction. 💙

https://www.thecarpentershed.com/adolescent-help