Help for youth, young adults, and families in Idaho.
Idaho Youth Ranch helps youth, young adults, and families across Idaho find healing and hope — from emergency shelter and crisis support to counseling, equine-assisted therapy, residential care, adoption services, and job training
How can we help?
Choose the path that fits you. You can always explore other options later.
I'm a parent or caregiver
Find support for your child — from understanding what's going on to getting connected with the right care.
I'm a teen or young adult
You don’t have to have it all figured out. Start with what you’re feeling.
I'm a school counselor or professional
Learn about referring to our Residential Center For Healing & Resilience
I need help right now
If you or someone you know is in crisis, immediate support is available 24/7.
What brings you here today?
You don’t need to have the answers. Start with what you’re noticing.
I think my child has anxietyI'm worried about depression
I'm worried my child may have depression/is depressedMy child refuses to go to schoolMy child's behavior is out of controlI'm afraid my child might hurt themselves
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If you're looking for help for yourself
You don't have to figure everything out alone. Start with what you're feeling right now.
When everything feels like too much
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When everything feels heavy
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Talking to a parent or trusted adult
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How to help a friend who's struggling
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Need help rigth now? Call or text 988.
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Ages 9–24 and families
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Boise, Caldwell, Coeur d'Alene & Statewide Virtual Therapy
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Most insurance & Medicaid
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Financial assistance available
How can we help?
Evidence-based therapy
Every treatment approach is supported by research and matched to each young person's needs.
Trauma-informed care
Our care model recognizes that behavior is communication. Safety, trust, and healing at every level.
Serving Idaho since 1953
More than 70 years as a trusted resource for families, schools, and communities across the state.
Joint Commission accredited
Our residential program holds the Gold Seal of Approval — the national standard for quality and safety.
What happens when you reach out?
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Tell us what's going on
You don't need a diagnosis or a plan. Just tell us what you're seeing.
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We help you find the right path
Our team will help you understand your options.
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Begin care or take a next step
Schedule, learn more, or just get questions answered.
715
Youth served last year
2,909
Shelter days at Hays House
284
Served in outpatient therapy
Programs and services
How we help
Idaho Youth Ranch provides mental health treatment and support services for young people and families across Idaho.
Outpatient Therapy
Individual, family, and group therapy at locations across Idaho — or from home through telehealth.
Residential Treatment
Intensive, around-the-clock care for youth in crisis at the Residential Center for Healing & Resilience.
Equine-Assisted Therapy
Experiential, relationship-centered therapy through working with horses.
Youthworks
Job skills training and supported employment for young people building independence.
Adoptions
Supporting children, birth parents, and adoptive families through every stage.