Meridell Achievement Center

If your child is struggling with mental health issues, help and hope are closer than you think. We specialize in behavioral and neurobehavioral programs for adolescents ages 10-17, and we strive to help families find successful outcomes and continued success after discharge. To learn how we can help your family, call us at 512-528-2100.

Congratulation to Teri on being named Employee of the Month! Teri's hard work, dedication, and positive attitude have not gone unnoticed! Thank you for consistently going above and beyond, setting a great example for all staff, and contributing to our overall success. We appreciate all that you do! #MeridellStaff

We are proud to have a great charter school on campus that we are able to fully integrate into our patients' treatment. At our Ki Charter Academy, students in grades five through twelve receive support for both behavioral and academic needs. We are committed to reintroducing students to their respective schools with improved behavior, reduced learning gaps, and the social-emotional skills necessary to succeed. Check out this short video to hear more from some of our amazing staff. #KiCharter

We are proud of our Clinical Director, Morgan Starr, for working hard to become an LCSW! Morgan, we sincerely appreciate all of your hard work and dedication to our patients and your clinical team. We are so happy for you and your accomplishment!

Today marks the two-year anniversary of the debut of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. In just two years, this incredible resource has connected nearly eight million people with confidential support during their most difficult moments. You are not alone, and there is hope. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free 24/7 connection to confidential support from trained professionals. Just call or text 988, or start a chat at 988lifeline.org.

In observance of National Therapeutic Recreation Week, we are proud to highlight our amazing Rec Therapists, Isabella Scheffler and Kaleigh Davila! These wonderful ladies always go the extra mile to provide therapeutic activities for our patients. These activities include care farming, ropes course, experiential therapy, and games that promote teamwork, communication, and other critical life skills. Thank you for your admirable dedication to our patients and team! #TherapeuticRecreationWeek #RecTherapists

We appreciate our community partners from across the state who showed up to participate in our first Meridell Resource Fair! We look forward to continuing to grow our collaborative partnerships. Stay tuned for more information about our next community event! #MeridellEvents #MHResources

Happy 4th of July! As we gather with family and friends, let's remember the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for our independence and paved the way for the freedoms we hold dear. Wishing you a safe, joyous, and memorable Independence Day! 🇺🇸

To celebrate Fourth of July, our team organized fun events for our staff and patients to enjoy. We provided a dunk tank, face painting, yummy treats, and other social games. We hope everyone has a safe and fun holiday! #4thOfJuly

We want to thank Diane, Director of Business Development at Timberline Knolls, for giving Marie a tour of their beautiful facility! We look forward to our continued collaboration with their team, and we appreciate the resources they provide for women and girls dealing with eating disorders, addiction, depression, and trauma. #MeridellMarketing #HealthcareHeros

We are very thankful to be included in the 2nd Annual Houston Mental Health Conference: Breaking the Stigma! Our friends and partners at Cypress Creek Hospital, West Oaks Hospital, and Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire all did a great job working together to host the event. We were able to help educate the community about substance use disorders, adolescent mental health, and veteran mental health issues.

The National Association for Behavioral Healthcare (NABH) has issued a new report, "Residential Treatment: A Vital Component of the Behavioral Health Continuum," that explains how children and adolescents benefit from residential treatment programs. For more information and to read the report, visit nabh.org/youth-services/.

Today is the day! We invite you to join us at Finley's for a special happy hour networking event from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Use this opportunity to take a much-deserved break and meet with other professionals in the mental health field. Location: Finley's, 410 W Main St., Round Rock, TX 78664.

We're just two days away! We invite you to join us for a special happy hour edition of An Afternoon Tea this Friday, June 21! Use this opportunity to take a much-deserved break and meet with other professionals in the mental health field. This networking event will run from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Location: Finley's, 410 W Main St., Round Rock, TX 78664.

On June 19, 1865, an estimated 250,000 enslaved African-Americans in Texas were told that they were free. 159 years later, we are still proud to recognize Juneteenth as a day of celebration, education, and connection. To learn more about Juneteenth, visit spklr.io/6485.

We are looking for a Recreational Therapist to join our fun and energetic Rec Therapy department! We are a private residential treatment center on a 63-acre ranch-style campus in Liberty Hill, Texas, 35 miles northwest of Austin. As part of our team, you would be helping us treat children and adolescents ages 11-17. To learn more, visit http://spklr.io/6046qOKi.

Congratulations to Kyle on being named our May Employee of the Month! Your dependability, energy, and ability to bring fun and joy to our kids make you an invaluable part of our team. Your dedication and positive attitude are truly inspiring. Thank you for all that you do, Kyle! #MeridellStaff #EmployeeofTheMonth #ServiceExcellence

We invite you to join us for a special happy hour edition of The Morning Tea on Friday, June 21! Use this opportunity to take a much-deserved break and meet with other professionals in the mental health field. This networking event will run from 4:00-6:30 p.m. Location: Finley's, 410 W Main St., Round Rock, TX 78664.

To conclude Mental Health Awareness Month, we would like to honor the powerful meaning behind the semicolon. The semicolon represents hope, perseverance, continuance, strength, resilience, and belief of worth. It truly brings meaning to the significance of mental health and suicide awareness. Your story is not over yet! #SemiColonProject #MHAM2024 If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free 24/7 connection to confidential support from trained professionals. There is hope. Just call or text 988, or start a chat at 988lifeline.org.

As the school year comes to a close, our team would like to give Ki Charter's Principal, Adrienne Durham, a warm send-off as she enters the next phase of her career as Ki Charter's new Associate Superintendent. Congratulations on this amazing accomplishment, Adrienne! Your positivity, hard work, and passion for what you do is truly inspiring to not only the team but the patients as well. We wish you all the best in your endeavors, and we will miss you! #Congratulations #KiCharter

Physical activity plays a big role in mental health and wellness. That is why we dedicate regular time for our patients to participate in fun and engaging physical activities throughout our campus! #ExerciseAndMentalHealth #MoveInMay

On Friday, we had another great day of appreciating our employees with fresh grilled pineapple, fajitas, and refreshing snow cones! Our team had a wonderful time cooking up yummy food and taking a moment to spread positivity to one another. Thank you to all of our exceptional employees! #EmployeeAppreciation #SnowCones

We had a great time connecting with teachers, law enforcement, and various community stakeholders this week at the Manor ISD 3rd Annual Mental Health Fair. Our team was excited to provide resources and help fight stigma as part of Mental Health Awareness Month. We want to thank Mayra Hernandez for including us to be a part of this initiative, and our friends at Austin Oaks Hospital for joining us at the event! #MeridellCommunity #MHAM2024 #TennsMentalHealth

With the Texas heat approaching, we treated our employees to a delicious frozen treat to show our appreciation for all the hard work they put in for our patients. There are no words to describe how thankful we are to have such outstanding employees! #IceCreamSocial #EmployeeAppreciation

We invite you to join us for a special happy hour edition of The Morning Tea on Friday, June 21! Use this opportunity to take a much-deserved break and meet with other professionals in the mental health field. This networking event will run from 4:00-6:30 p.m. Location: Finley's, 410 W Main St., Round Rock, TX 78664.

April's Employee of the Month title goes to Elva, whose warm smile and hard work brightens the day of staff and patients alike. Congratulation, Elva, and thank you for all the dedication and kindness you show every day. You and your team go above and beyond to provide excellent service and delicious meals to everyone who visits our cafeteria.

What a beautiful day to host a BBQ for our employees who work day-in and day-out to provide quality care to our patients. We truly wouldn't be here without the support of our staff and their dedication to helping patients and their families. #EmployeeAppreciation #BBQ

We had a great time celebrating all of our amazing Nurses last week! Your dedication and hard work do not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for everything you do. Your unwavering commitment to providing compassionate care is truly inspiring! #NursesWeek

We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Therapists to join our growing team! Here at Meridell Achievement Center, we specialize in behavioral and neurobehavioral programs for adolescents ages 10-17. As part of our team, you will help these young people find successful outcomes and continued success on our 63-acre ranch-style campus in Liberty Hill, Texas. To learn more and apply, visit http://spklr.io/6043UusD.

We are looking for an experienced Intake Clinician to join our growing team. Must have Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health field. To learn more and apply, visit http://spklr.io/6048UKMw.