Stabilization
Welcome To New Haven
At Stabilization & Assessment at New Haven, we are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment that fosters growth, healing, and positive change. Our dedicated team of professionals ensures personalized care for your daughter, guiding her through this challenging phase of life. We understand the weight of entrusting your child to our care and assure you that our facility is equipped with the resources and expertise to address her unique needs. Our collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach encourages open communication between staff, parents, and the young individuals in our care.
Christoper Tolen
Director of Stabilization & Assessment

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Who and What We Treat
Welcome to Stabilization & Assessment at New Haven, where we primarily focus on supporting adolescent females who are experiencing crises. Whether transitioning from hospital care or facing acute distress at home, our center offers a safe haven for those in need of security, stability, and expert assessment. Many of our clients grapple with challenges such as depression, identity issues, self-harm, or other mental illnesses, hindering their ability to realize their full potential in daily life. Our tailored treatment program aims to stabilize individuals and provide insight into their mental health struggles, determining the level of care needed for their journey ahead.
The admissions team will assess each individual and determine if they will be a good fit. Here are some, but not all of the criteria we would consider:

Meet The Team
Programming at Stabilization & Assessment
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Our experienced and dedicated staff include residential aides, nurses, licensed therapists, and a clinical psychologist, all of whom are seeking to create a nurturing atmosphere where healing can take place. Through evidence-based therapeutic interventions including DBT, CBT, and the Safe and Sound Protocol application of Polyvagal Theory, we guide each adolescent on a journey toward emotional and behavioral stability.
Our goal in using the Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP) is to create a safe space for the adolescent brain and body to heal as well as access a calm and grounded state. This auditory intervention aims to enhance the regulation of the autonomic nervous system, promoting emotional self-regulation. Through specifically designed auditory exercises, SSP helps adolescents improve their ability to process and respond to emotional stimuli, resulting in enhanced emotional regulation and more receptivity to therapeutic support.
Psychological Assessment
A primary pillar of our program is to provide a comprehensive psychological assessment that is conducted by a licensed clinical psychologist. This evaluation is included in the program and ensures a tailored treatment plan that promotes long-term healing, understanding and growth. The individualized assessment will answer specific questions regarding each student’s treatment including IQ, academic achievement, executive functioning, learning disorders, and developmental disorders. Every family will be provided with a comprehensive report outlining the student’s history, testing results, interpretation, diagnosis, and recommendations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Every day is fully structured and organized around meals, recreational activities, therapeutic activities, and personal leisure time. Therapeutic activities include individual therapy, group therapy, equine therapy and recreational therapy. Nurturing the mind, body, and spirit, and providing a well-rounded experience will set the stage for lasting change and sustained well-being.
Beyond emotional and behavioral stabilization, our holistic approach includes:
- Creation activities
- Mindfulness practices
- Exercise
- Yoga
- Life skills training

Get Confidential Help Today
Stabilization and Assessment at New Haven is open year-round, so feel free to contact us anytime with questions, requests or, or to talk to one of our staff members. Simply call, email, or fill out the online application form to let us know how we can best support your family.