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Mountain Valley Treatment Center

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Mountain Valley Treatment Center

Not-For-Profit Residential Treatment Center located in Plainfield, NH for Adolescent Anxiety

The mission of the not for profit Mountain Valley Treatment Center is to provide evidence based treatment for anxiety, OCD and related disorders through a comprehensive and collaborative therapeutic milieu within a structured environment. Mountain Valley is one of only a few residential treatment centers in the United States that focuses exclusively on the specialized needs of adolescents with OCD and anxiety disorders. Mountain Valley specializes in the treatment of the following anxiety disorders: Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Phobia, Specific Phobias, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). While anxiety disorders are occasionally experienced in isolation, more commonly they are experienced concurrently with one another (e.g., PTSD and Panic Disorder). The three most common anxiety disorders treated in residential treatment are: 1) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), 2) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and 3) Panic Disorder/Agoraphobia. These types of anxiety commonly cause the most impairment in a child’s daily life, and will therefore most commonly warrant intensive residential treatment. Mountain Valley offers the highest level of professional and compassionate care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Bordering the White Mountain National Forest, our 1800 acre setting offers a range of enjoyable activities and opportunities for experiential learning and to complement the treatment of anxiety. Our rural treatment setting provides a much needed and approachable alternative to the often intimidating and stigmatizing setting of some psychiatric hospitals or large residential treatment centers. Most individuals served by Mountain Valley have struggled to attend school consistently or have limited engagement in social activities due to their anxiety. We strongly believe that these circumstances are an indicator that more focused and intensive residential treatment is needed at such a critical developmental juncture. Residents stay typically stay 90 to 120 days, with length of stay being predicted by the intensity of their anxiety, the presence of co-occurring conditions, and progress in treatment.

01/30/2026

Ski day Thursday! Residents and staff hit the slopes at Okemo Mountain Resort yesterday. Skiing (and snowboarding, for those who tried it) is a fun way to step outside of your comfort zone. We're fortunate to have stellar resorts within an hour of driving!

01/29/2026

Fifteen degrees. Snow everywhere. Ice water.
And one brave young person choosing to step in anyway.
This wasn’t about toughness for toughness’ sake — it was about meeting fear head-on, staying present, and discovering “I can do hard things.” Moments like this are quiet, powerful victories that ripple outward long after the ice melts. ❄️💪
At Mountain Valley, courage doesn’t mean fear disappears. It means learning how to move through it — one brave choice at a time.

01/23/2026

What happens when autism, anxiety, and OCD look so similar that even caring parents and parents can’t tell what’s driving the behavior? In this episode of the Fear Less podcast, host Zack talks with Dr. Alison LaFollette, Clinical Director at Mountain Valley Treatment Center, about why these conditions so often overlap. It is possible to separate what’s sensory, what’s anxiety, and what’s OCD. Listen to the full episode:

https://mountainvalleytreatment.org/resources/podcast/

01/21/2026

If you know about us, you probably know that we have a working farm on campus, and residents engage in therapeutic work with a variety of animals. But did you know that in the winter we also host the Mac's Maple oxen, Will and Weston? They might look intimidating, but oxen are bred to be around people and these guys are quite gentle. Residents who complete an oxen safety training can get up close and personal to help take care of them—a perfect way to spend a chilly January day!

01/15/2026

Parenting a teen with anxiety can feel confusing, contradictory, and emotionally exhausting. In this episode of Fear Less, Zack breaks down what he calls the five key dichotomies of parenting an anxious child—the opposing truths parents must hold at the same time in order to truly help their teen grow. From being compassionate and firm, to offering support while allowing struggle, this episode speaks directly to parents who feel stuck between “doing too much” and “not doing enough:

https://mountainvalleytreatment.org/resources/podcast/

01/12/2026

At Mountain Valley, our occupational therapy program engages residents in meaningful activities that foster a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Those activities might have a fun twist, like learning about the tactical system and self regulation by making homemade slime. Or they might encourage residents to tap into their creative sides, like in a card making activity. Our occupational therapists have many more ideas to implement in the new year!

01/08/2026

New year, less fear? In our first episode of Fear Less in 2026, host Zack Schafer explains how habits form, why relapse is part of growth, and how small, consistent actions lead to lasting change:

https://mountainvalleytreatment.org/resources/podcast/

12/29/2025

It's a special kind of satisfying when your child can boldly face problems they previously avoided. Another parent perspective!

12/24/2025

Sending peace and love from all of us at Mountain Valley to our extended family everywhere

12/20/2025

New podcast alert! Zack speaks with Mountain Valley alum River, a college student who has lived with anxiety and OCD since early childhood. River shares how her anxiety intensified through adolescence, leading to depression, self-harm, hospitalizations, and ultimately residential treatment. She walks listeners through her experience with OCD, somatic anxiety, fear of illness, and how untreated anxiety can quietly derail school, relationships, and self-confidence:

https://mountainvalleytreatment.org/resources/podcast/

12/16/2025

"The most rewarding part is making an impact on someone early enough, then getting to see them live a beautiful life. Some of my clients still stay in touch with me and it’s incredible to get their updates.”

From Long Island to Vermont, Senior Clinician Antoinette Moody brings years of experience in community mental health—and finds Mountain Valley to be her most rewarding job. Read more:

https://mountainvalleytreatment.org/staff-spotlight-antoinette-moody/

12/14/2025

Congratulations to our Executive Director Zack Schafer, MS, OTR/L! He received the 2025 Rising Star Award from the New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Association . The award goes to a recent graduate with five years or less of professional service in the field of occupational therapy. This individual should demonstrate outstanding professionalism, service, and leadership—Zack certainly meets all of those criteria, and we're proud to have him leading our program!

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703 River Road
Plainfield, NH
03781

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

https://mountainvalleytreatment.org/admissions/

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The mission of the not for profit Mountain Valley Treatment Center is to provide evidence based treatment for anxiety, OCD and related disorders through a comprehensive and collaborative therapeutic milieu within a structured environment. Mountain Valley is one of only a few residential treatment centers in the United States that focuses exclusively on the specialized needs of adolescents with OCD and anxiety disorders. Mountain Valley specializes in the treatment of the following anxiety disorders: Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Phobia, Specific Phobias, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). While anxiety disorders are occasionally experienced in isolation, more commonly they are experienced concurrently with one another (e.g., PTSD and Panic Disorder). The three most common anxiety disorders treated in residential treatment are: 1) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), 2) Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and 3) Panic Disorder/Agoraphobia. These types of anxiety commonly cause the most impairment in a child’s daily life, and will therefore most commonly warrant intensive residential treatment. Mountain Valley offers the highest level of professional and compassionate care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Located in the Upper Valley/Dartmouth College region of New Hampshire, our 25 acre setting offers a range of enjoyable activities and opportunities for experiential learning and to complement the treatment of anxiety. Our rural treatment setting provides a much needed and approachable alternative to the often intimidating and stigmatizing setting of some psychiatric hospitals or large residential treatment centers. Most individuals served by Mountain Valley have struggled to attend school consistently or have limited engagement in social activities due to their anxiety. We strongly believe that these circumstances are an indicator that more focused and intensive residential treatment is needed at such a critical developmental juncture. Residents stay typically stay 90 to 120 days, with length of stay being predicted by the intensity of their anxiety, the presence of co-occurring conditions, and progress in treatment.