Located on 220 acres outside of Boise Idaho, Cherry Gulch is a private, clinically-oriented, residential setting with a fully accredited school for boys 5th through 9th grade. Our picturesque ranch setting lends itself to our staff and students as we build relationships and work together to provide early behavior and academic intervention. Our goal is to serve our students to help them realize their full potential and foster healing and joy! We strive to build confidence and grow our students’ resiliency zones. Cherry Gulch combines an ideal environment with superior treatment programs. Our clinical expertise and academic resources allow us to serve students that haven’t experienced success in other programs, schools, or at home. Families find what they have been desperately searching for from the people and environment at Cherry Gulch.

We enroll families. This separates us from our competitors and illuminates our desire to not only work with the boy, but also the family.
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Residential Treatment for Middle School Boys
Cherry Gulch is world-class residential treatment center for autism and pre-teen mental health issues that provides a comprehensive, nurturing, and structured environment tailored to the unique needs of young individuals. This specialized facility is staffed with highly trained therapists, educators, and medical professionals who work together to support boys struggling with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and social-emotional challenges.
The program integrates evidence-based therapies, featuring Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy, art therapy, equine and animal-based therapy, and recreational therapy. Each boy receives 10 dedicated hours of direct therapy each week, ensuring they receive personalized, research-backed interventions. The treatment center also prioritizes academic excellence, offering individualized learning and specialized educators who understand how to engage neurodiverse students.
One of the defining features of Cherry Gulch is its animal-assisted therapy, where the boys are introduced to working with horses, therapy dogs, and small farm animals to develop emotional regulation, social skills, and self-confidence in a calming, non-judgmental setting. Additionally, the program incorporates outdoor therapeutic adventures, allowing boys the chance to hike, camp, kayak, and engage in team-building activities, fostering resilience, independence, and problem-solving skills while helping them build a connection with nature.
This exceptional, holistic program provides comprehensive emotional, behavioral, academic, and social support, empowering each boy to grow with confidence, resilience, and purpose. Our world-class team of therapists is dedicated to helping your son thrive in every aspect of life, preparing him for a successful and fulfilling future. Discover how our expert care and transformative approach can make a difference for your boy.
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