Palm Shores Behavioral Health Center provides intensive residential psychiatric treatment for adolescents ages 11-17 on Florida's Gulf Coast. Situated along the Manatee River in Bradenton, the center specializes in addressing behavioral, emotional, and psychiatric needs through a progressive, trauma-informed approach. Treatment incorporates evidence-based therapies delivered in individual, family, and group sessions, complemented by peer support and expressive therapies. The program aims to equip young people with essential coping skills for making safer, more productive choices upon returning to their families and communities. While maintaining state-of-the-art safety protocols, Palm Shores creates a comfortable, normalized environment for patients. The facility features pleasant living spaces and extensive recreational areas, including a large playground, full-sized sports field, basketball and volleyball courts, and a kickball field. The center accepts most major commercial insurance plans, Florida Healthy Kids, Medicaid, Tricare, and CHAMPVA.