Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center

03/19/2026

We approach our students with compassion, empathy and a trauma informed perspective. We separate the behavior from the student and know that academics provide much more than basic education. We teach them how to communicate, how to ask for help, how to problem-solve.

Most of our student have had to grow up much faster than their brains have been able to process. We work with them on the power of "yet!" to help create an open, rather than fixed mindset. "I may not be able to achieve this YET," is a much more powerful place to stand than "I will never get this." Our students learn how to re-frame their stories and the stories they tell themselves as they work on education, recovery, self-esteem and emotional regulation all within a safe and therapeutic environment. 🧡

If your loved one is struggling with trauma, substance use/abuse, behavioral challenges, trauma & addiction related to trafficking, then Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center may be a good fit.

Serving Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico and more.

Call us today 602-335-2000

03/16/2026

MMYTC's continuum of care extends beyond residential treatment through therapeutic group homes, easing transitions to real life. Families receive structured communication, family therapy, and shame-free discharge planning focused on sustainable aftercare. We're with you every step toward hope and independence. 💫

03/16/2026

Horses 🏇 are naturally attuned to breath, body language, and energy—which makes Equine Therapy powerful for mood and behavioral challenges. At Mingus Mountain, girls learn mindfulness, impulse control, and grounding skills while grooming, leading, and riding, guided by our PATH-certified Equine Director, Mickey Kissell.

What skill—calm breathing, ✨ confidence, or patience—would you most want to build with a horse?

As a Sanctuary Certified Program and Joint Commission–accredited facility, Mingus Mountain weaves fidelity, transparency, and safety into every Equine session. From groundwork to mounted activities, girls practice new coping skills in real time—then apply them in school, groups, and family work. 🧡Learn more about EquineTherapy at Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center here: Equine Therapy at Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center https://na2.hubs.ly/H04k6cK0

02/23/2026

From guarded survivor to confident leader: that's the equine journey at Mingus Mountain. Our Arizona setting amplifies the calm—fresh air, therapeutic views, and stunning sunrises. Our equine bonds teach trust and resilience. 💛 Integrated with 24/7 therapeutic, clinical care and education, our programs prepares girls for community reintegration.

Call admissions today to begin! 602-335-2000

Discover Hope. Write Your Story.

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Equine therapy programs for teen girls (12–17) struggling with Trauma, Substance Abuse, Behavioral Issues. Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center, AZ.

02/13/2026

So excited to see this article featuring Mickey Kissell our Equine Therapy Director!

Mickey is the dream Equine Therapy Director and she if always approaching therapy from a trauma informed perspective. Our girls and our staff (and our horses) are so blessed to know her!

Give this a read!

Today we’d like to introduce you to Mickey Kissell. Hi Mickey, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today? My passion for Equine Assisted Therapy started back in 1993, when I brought our Pony “Cassie” to my son’s kindergarten cla...

01/19/2026

01/15/2026

Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center's Empowerment Over Exploitation program utilizes Written & Narrative Therapy as a trauma-informed treatment element. Creative Arts and Therapeutic Writing can be powerful tools for our Survivors as they reframe and take ownership of their stories and reclaim their identity.

This Human Trafficking Awareness Month we continue to shine a spotlight on the statistics from the Attorney General's Office.

Some additional statistics:
-Per data from the Arizona Attorney General’s Office:
-Law enforcement has seen girls as young as 9 sold for s*x in Arizona.
-90% of children trafficked in the United States are U.S. citizens.
-50% of trafficking victims are under the age of 16.
-75% of underage s*x trafficking victims said they had been advertised or sold online.
-1 in 7 youth online have received a s*xual solicitation or were approached over the internet.

If you are in the United States and believe someone may be a victim of human trafficking, call the 24-hour National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or report an emergency to law enforcement by calling 911. Trafficking victims, whether or not U.S. citizens, are eligible for services and immigration assistance.

01/05/2026

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center is proud to take a moment to name why this month matters in the context of the work we do everyday here.

Through our Empowerment over Exploitation (EOE) programming, we work directly with youth who are at high risk for trafficking and with those who have experienced exploitation, focusing on prevention, education, and long-term safety.

We are honored and proud to serve these young women and their families.

01/02/2026

At Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center, we believe healing starts with understanding. Our Sanctuary Certified programs provide safe spaces where every girl's voice is heard and valued. Trauma-informed care isn't just a philosophy—it's how we foster real, lasting change. 🧡🤎

If you have a loved one in need of treatment, visit us online

www.mmytc.com

12/31/2025

Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center believes Hope is a Journey. Our trauma-informed approach meets girls where they are, honoring their strengths and stories as we walk with them through the Journey to HOPE. 💛🧡🤎

At MMYTC, structured routines and compassionate support foster healing, growth, and empowerment. Your resilience is our inspiration.

Learn more about our program here! 👇
https://www.mmytc.com/empowerment-over-exploitation/

12/29/2025

Joint Commission certified and committed to excellence, trauma informed care and Sanctuary Model approaches - Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center stands as a beacon of HOPE for Arizona families. ☀️ Our evidence-based treatments and nurturing approach ensure a secure, compassionate environment for healing.

If your loved one is in need of treatment, or to learn more, visit our website!

www.mmytc.com

12/25/2025

As twinkling lights and holiday cheer fill the air, our girls at Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center are discovering the warmth of hope and healing this Christmas. 🌟

Through trauma-informed care like Empowerment Over Exploitation and Equine Therapy, they're building resilience amid the festivities.

Wishing families everywhere a season of nurturing love, empowerment, and new beginnings.

From our team at Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center, thank you for a wonderful year and Merry Christmas! 🎄