Youth180

Youth180, formerly Dallas Challenge, has a 39-year history of providing quality prevention, intervention and treatment programs. We approach the struggles of our youth and families from a holistic, trauma-focused perspective. Our team recognizes the intersection of substance use with family dynamics, mental health, homelessness, victims of abuse and trafficking, and many other life experiences. We believe substance use, along with behavioral and mental health issues, are not choices, but rather underlying responses to a larger underlying concern: TRAUMA. Trauma affects individuals from all walks of life. Its effects vary from person to person and can have lasting generational impact. The good news is that trauma is very treatable! OUR PROGRAMS: PREVENTION: Our Certified Prevention Specialists provide free prevention curriculum at our North Oak Cliff Center as well as in local schools, recreation centers, housing authorities and other agencies. Our Prevention Program educates youth and parents on coping, decision-making, and problem-solving skills as well as the risks associated with substance use. INTERVENTION AND EDUCATION: Youth180 recognizes the struggles faced by many youth and their families. Through our Intervention and Education Program, we are committed to supporting the whole family as they work to address any dynamics in their home. We accomplish this by educating youth and their parent(s) on how to conquer conflict, address behavioral issues and truancy, communicate effectively and set goals. Classes are available in multiple locations every month. COUNSELING & OUTPATIENT TREATMENT Youth180 provides an evidence-based, integrative approach to trauma-centered counseling and outpatient substance use treatment. Our program is specialized to fit the needs and strengths of all by providing the foundation for processing and healing from trauma.