Missouri Troubled Teens in CrisisMany Missouri teens in crisis today exhibit what is referred to as “out of control” behaviors. “Out of control” behaviors include experimenting with drugs and alcohol, running away from home, disrespect, defiance towards authority, and disobedience towards parents. An “out of control” teen is only concerned with doing things that they think will make them happy, even though it may cost them the integrity of their family. If you need help with an “out of control” teen, our counselors at Abundant Life Academy can help you. Please call 888-305-6729 to speak with one of our counselors. There are several choices for restoring “out of control” or troubled teens in crisis. These include programs like residential treatment centers, wilderness programs, therapeutic boarding schools, and military schools. The suitability of each of the programs mentioned depends largely on the unique needs of your troubled teen. Abundant Life Academy is a Christian boarding school located in Southern Utah. Our mission is to help troubled teens overcome their problems and give them the tools they need to reach their full potential. We have a full staff of licensed therapists and Life Coaches whose job is to mentor troubled boys and girls. We use personality assessment tests to discern how to approach each troubled teen's problems and help them work through them. If you need more information, our counselors are able to assist you, please call 888-305-6729. Missouri Teens Crisis Resources for Parents of Troubled TeensBehavioral Health Response St. Louis, MO 314-469-6644 (Office) 314-628-6218
Comprehensive Mental Health Services Independence, MO 888-279-8188 (Office) 816-254-3652
Kids Under Twenty One St. Louis, MO 314-644-5886 (Office) 314-963-7571
Life Crisis Services, Inc St. Louis, MO 314-647-5959 (Office) 314-647-3100
Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline Missouri State Department of Social Services 221 West High Street - P.O. Box 1527 Jefferson City, MO 65102-1527 Hotline: 1-800-392-3738 TTY: 1-800-669-8689
Missouri School Violence Hotline P. O. Box 88, Jefferson City, MO 65101 Hotline: 1-866-748-7047
Missouri Suicide/Crisis Hotline Local Hotline:314-469-6644 Hotline: 800-811-4760
The following Missouri cities have been searched by parents of teens in crisis:Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Independence, Columbia, St. Joseph, Lee's Summit, St. Charles, St. Peters, Florissant, Blue Springs, Chesterfield, O'Fallon, Joplin, Jefferson City, University City, Cape Girardeau, Oakville, Wildwood, Ballwin, Raytown, Mehlville, Kirkwood, Gladstone and Liberty |

