In this episode, Patricia speaks with Aubree Sweeney, Marriage and Family Therapist and Director of Rancho San Antonio Boys’ Home. Rancho is a non-profit Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program, providing specialized treatment and 24-hour care and supervision to court-ordered teen boys. Services span from initial assessment through treatment, all the way to the transition back into the community. Rancho provides a safe space to begin the process of change.
In My Backyard is brought to you by The Guidance Center, a children’s mental health agency in Long Beach, CA. In My Backyard is produced by Tricia Costales and Matthew Murray. Production assistance provided by Julie Ruano. Thank you to Jay Vincent B for original music. All other music licensed through SoundStripe. Thank you to our listeners and supporters.
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