Columbus Youth Academy is a 50-bed residential treatment program located in Tampa, Florida, dedicated to serving adolescent males, ages 13-19, with specialized mental and behavioral health needs.

Our program provides a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that promotes belonging, emotional well-being, and personal growth. Using a youth-centered framework, we guide youth from initial assessment through treatment, skill development, and goal attainment, addressing both immediate challenges and long-term success.

Columbus Youth Academy offers comprehensive care and supervision, integrating evidence-based treatment and specialized sex offender services. Each resident participates in individual, family, and group therapy, along with case management, health and wellness support, academic instruction, and career and technical education. Youth also take part in structured pro-social activities designed to strengthen resilience, accountability, and life skills.

By amplifying youth voice and emphasizing strengths, accountability, and growth, Columbus Youth Academy empowers young men to take responsibility for their actions, achieve their treatment goals, and thrive—both within the program and beyond.