About NATSAP
The National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs (NATSAP), founded in 1999, is a non-profit professional membership organization representing a wide range of therapeutic schools and programs dedicated to supporting struggling youth and their families. NATSAP advocates for and supports the ethical and professional development of residential treatment centers, therapeutic boarding schools, and wilderness therapy programs. NATSAP is not a licensing or accrediting body; instead, the focus is on fostering collaboration, providing education, and promoting best practices within the therapeutic industry. The Association aims to advance therapeutic care and ensure the highest standards for programs serving youth in need of emotional, behavioral, and mental health support.
Board of Directors
President
Legacy Treatment Center
Vice President
Cascade Academy
Treasurer
The Hope Group
Immediate Past President
Whetstone Academy
Cherokee Creek Boys School
Discovery Ranch
Michelle Gourley, MFT, LCSW, JD
Gateway Academy
Oasis Ascent
Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center
Telos
Family Health and Wellness
New Haven Residential Treatment Center
The Heritage Community
NATSAP Milestones
Therapeutic schools and programs are part of an ever changing and evolving industry, and like the industry, NATSAP has changed with the times. The National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs (NATSAP) is the largest not-for-profit membership association in the U.S. dedicated to residential treatment centers, therapeutic boarding schools, and wilderness therapy programs.
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Staff
Alec Stone, MA, MPA, CNE
Executive Director
Stacey Poudrier
Director, Strategic Alliance and Business Development
Maddy Schoap
Director, Public Affairs