Healing Starts with Hope
Ember Recovery, Residential Addiction Treatment, provides a successful, individualized, and evidence-based recovery program in a safe, homelike atmosphere for youth ages 12-17 and a separate young adult program for youth ages 18-24.
1 in 6 people struggle with substance use in their lifetime—and 90% start as a teen.
Overnight stays in Ember Recovery’s Residential Addiction Treatment program in 2022
Residential addiction treatment clients served since the beginning of the program.
Our welcoming & trauma-informed campus is the first of its kind in Iowa, catering to our youth.
Gender-specific treatment & homes helps youth develop coping skills, healthy relationship-building skills, & relapse prevention strategies.
Youth continue their education while in treatment and, in many cases, are able to catch up on high school credits they previously missed.
We offer an environment focused on recovery and well-being.
We are a licensed provider of the Strengthening Familes Program and offer family weekends, family therapy & virtual family sessions.
We focus on getting kids off the path of prison and juvenile detention. An ember may be about to go out, but can be saved & stoked.
At Ember Recovery, we are firm believers in the transformative power of specialized rehabilitation programs for adolescents. Our treatment options are meticulously designed to address the unique challenges and needs that teens face during their battle with addiction.
Understanding the importance of flexibility for our young clients and their families, we provide outpatient treatment options. These programs are tailored to allow teens to continue their education and live at home while receiving the necessary treatment and support to overcome addiction.
Our inpatient facilities, including the Seven-12 House for girls and the Youth Recovery House for boys, offer a secure and nurturing environment for teens to focus fully on their recovery. This setting ensures constant support and monitoring, making it an ideal choice for those requiring more intensive care.
Individual Counseling: We prioritize one-on-one counseling to delve into the underlying causes of addiction, helping teens to process personal issues with professional guidance.
Group Therapy: Facilitated group sessions provide a platform for clients to share experiences and learn from peers, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.
Ember Recovery integrates holistic methods into our treatment plans, such as mindfulness, exercise, and nutritional counseling. We believe in healing the whole person - mind, body, and spirit - to support our teens in their journey to recovery.
Family plays a pivotal role in the recovery process. Our family weekends, therapy sessions, and virtual support groups are designed to repair and strengthen family bonds, ensuring a supportive home environment for our clients.
When appropriate, we utilize medication-assisted treatment (MAT) to help manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings, always under strict medical supervision. This approach is part of our commitment to providing evidence-based care.
Peer support groups are integral to our treatment model, offering teens the opportunity to connect with others who are navigating similar challenges. These groups encourage open communication, mutual encouragement, and lasting friendships.
We equip our youth with effective relapse prevention techniques, focusing on identifying triggers, developing healthy coping mechanisms, and building resilience. Our aim is to empower teens to maintain their sobriety long after they leave our program.
Many teens struggling with addiction also face co-occurring mental health issues. Our dual diagnosis treatment addresses both conditions simultaneously, providing a comprehensive approach to recovery that tackles the root causes of addiction.
At Ember Recovery, we have witnessed the profound impact that compassionate, specialized care can have on adolescents battling addiction. Our dedicated team, therapeutic environment, and holistic treatment approaches have guided over 5,000 young individuals towards a brighter, substance-free future. We are committed to continuing this mission, offering hope and healing to teens and their families throughout Iowa. If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, reach out to Ember Recovery. Together, we can ignite the path to recovery.
Our financial team works with each family to find a funding option that fits your needs—whether it’s commercial insurance (including Blue Cross Blue Shield options), Medicaid, or private pay. Our team at our adolescent residential treatment center in Cambridge Iowa can also work with you to set up payment plans.
We understand the importance of family on the journey to recovery. At Ember Recovery, family is integrated into treatment through visits, family therapy, and virtual parent information sessions.
Throughout the year, Strengthening Family Weekends allow current residents and their family members to come together for trainings, meals, and games. At our adolescent drug treatment in Cambridge Iowa, we teach parents how to support their kids through bonding, setting boundaries, and monitoring.
Residential Addiction Treatment offers youth the opportunity to heal in a comforting and
comfortable space. Our caring staff provides safety and security as youth begin to recover
from addiction.
Our counselors are highly trained to help build coping skills, educate on substance abuse and motivate youth to be successful in their journey toward sobriety. Each individual client’s progress is reviewed by the treatment team during a weekly supervision.
Ember Recovery Campus is officially open and accepting referrals for youth and young adults seeking a path to healing and lasting recovery. Surrounded by a peaceful, nature-based setting near Cambridge, Iowa, Ember Recovery Campus offers residential addiction treatment, crisis stabilization, and emergency shelter—all within a retreat-style environment designed to inspire healing, hope, and personal growth.
At Ember, we believe in the power of new beginnings. Much like a small ember can be reignited into a strong flame, we help young people overcome life’s challenges and rediscover hope. Our thoughtfully designed campus features cozy cottages, wellness and recreation spaces, nature trails, and specialized therapy areas—all fostering mental wellness and long-term success.
Together, we’re creating a brighter future for Iowa’s youth. Referrals are now open—ignite the spark of recovery today.
We continue to support youth after they graduate from our program and
return to
their communities. Our Cambridge adolescent
addiction treatment offers:
