At Whitney Academy, we specialize in providing comprehensive treatment to a uniquely complex population of young individuals. Recognizing that effective intervention begins well before admission, we place a strong emphasis on ensuring a good fit between our specialized services and the needs of each prospective student. While there are no absolute criteria, the following outlines our general admissions guidelines. These help us identify candidates who will benefit most from our expertise in managing and treating diverse and challenging behaviors.

Students served at the Whitney Academy meet the following criteria:

• • Male
  • Ten to twenty-two years of age
  • High moderate to low average range of intelligence (IQ approx. 50-80)
  • Emotional disturbance/mental illness
  • Sexual behavior problems ranging from trauma reactive to sexually abusive

Presenting problems may include, but are not limited to:

• • Sexualized Behavior Problems
  • Aggressive Behaviors
  • Post Trauma Symptoms of Abuse
  • Mild Gross Motor Deficits
  • Mood Disorders
  • Language Disorders
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Thought Disorders
  • Attention Deficits
  • Hyperactivity
  • Fine Motor Deficits
  • Auditory Processing Deficits