TEARS Inc

TEARS specializes in treating adolescents ages 10-18 and adults ages 19-70. Founded in 1996, the organization provides therapy and treatment addressing substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. TEARS operates multiple programs including a main treatment service, TEARVET (which offers veterans case management, housing assistance, and job placement), and BRIDGES2 (a Basic Center Program providing short-term shelter and services for runaway and homeless female youth ages 13-17). The organization also participates in RCORP-Implementation, a Health Resources and Services Administration initiative focused on reducing opioid and substance use disorder morbidity and mortality in rural communities. TEARS emphasizes a holistic approach including treatment, counseling, tutoring, mentoring, and parenting services.