About us
Avanti Center, part of Volunteers of America Minnesota and Wisconsin, is located in Oak Grove, Minnesota, and provides therapeutic residential care for adolescents who were assigned female at birth and are experiencing emotional and behavioral issues. This gender-specific institution is intended for young people, particularly trans and non-binary kids, who have experienced outpatient programs but need more intensive care. The center provides a loving environment with an emphasis on comprehensive mental health care for those who require a structured and supportive setting.
Avanti Center’s treatment program includes residential care, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in individual and group settings, psychiatric examinations, and ongoing medication management. The facility takes a trauma-informed approach, emphasizing DBT skill development while also providing intense parenting and caregiver support. Avanti Center stands out for its strong emphasis on family involvement, which includes possibilities such as Family DBT skills groups to ensure that healing spreads throughout the support network. Avanti Center is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), ensuring excellent levels of care and service.
Insurance
Payment Options
- Cash or self-payment
- Medicaid
- State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid
- Private health insurance
- Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE)
- State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds
- State welfare or child and family services funds
- County or local government funds
- Self-pay options
Addiction Resource Score
Scoring is assigned by a proprietary system which helps surface key metrics that determine quality. The 10-point scale factors in categories such as operations, customer satisfaction, and trust metrics.
8.4
Out of 10
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In this guide, we explain exactly how we rate treatment centersโfrom accreditation and staff credentials to therapy options, facility environment, and family involvement. Youโll see how we assign scores, award badges, and update listings to ensure accuracy and fairness. Most importantly, our system focuses on elevating centers that prioritize ethical, evidence-based care, not just those with the best marketing. This way, you can trust that the ratings you see reflect meaningful standards that help you find the right fit for lasting recovery.
Treatment
Treatment Options
- Comprehensive mental health assessment
Conditions Treated
- Mental health treatment
Levels of Care
- Hospital inpatient treatment
Treatment Modalities
- Couples/family therapy
- Group counseling
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Activity therapy
License and Accreditation
- CARF
Care Type
- Dual Diagnosis
- Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Facility Operation
- Private non-profit organization
- Private for-profit organization
Ancillary Services
- Case management service
- Education services
- Family psychoeducation
- Suicide prevention services
Emergency Mental Health Service
- Crisis intervention team
Transitional Recovery Services
- Individualized Treatment
Age Groups Accepted
- Children/adolescents
Gender Accepted
- Female
Smoking or Vaping
- Smoking not permitted
- Vaping not permitted
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