Who We Are – About Newport Healthcare
Newport Healthcare is the national leader in treating higher-acuity mood and co-occurring disorders in teens and young adults, such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and substance use disorder. As our country and the world face the most devastating crisis of our time—the youth mental health crisis—Newport Healthcare is at the forefront in the essential work of helping young people to heal and to thrive.
Our Mission
We provide results-driven, clinically integrated behavioral healthcare to individuals and families, to create hope, sustainable healing, and resiliency.
Accreditation, Licensing, & Affiliations
Our innovative approach to mental healthcare earns accolades from press around the world, but it is our dedication to our client success that has allowed our Newport Academy and Newport Institute programs achieve accreditation from The Joint Commission, exceed licensing standards of care, and nurture affiliations with the following:
Our History
In 2008, Newport Academy, the initial division of Newport Healthcare, was founded by Jamison Monroe Jr. and his father, who set out to build a comprehensive treatment alternative to rehabilitation. With an approach based on addressing the “why,” not just the “what,” Newport Healthcare’s programs focus on the underlying causes of destructive behaviors, not just the symptoms.
Since its beginnings as a teen treatment program in California, Newport has expanded across the country, with 70+ teen and young adult residential programs and 20+ outpatient programs, serves ages 7–11, 12–18, and 18–35. Our PrairieCare division in Minnesota provides a full continuum of care for all ages, including an inpatient psychiatric hospital for ages 35 and younger.
Today, Newport Healthcare is empowering tens of thousands of children, teens, young adults, and their families through comprehensive treatment programs that achieve unparalleled outcomes.
Meet Our Leadership
Newport Healthcare has assembled the best behavioral healthcare team members and mental health leaders in the country to serve as the foundation for our unparalleled mental health recovery centers. Our team has facilitated countless amazing recovery stories together.
So many of Newport’s employees have a personal ‘why’ that draws them to serving this population. It’s inspiring to be part of a company in which people are here for the mission, not just the work.
Brian Setzer
CEO
I love working with a great team to help turn lives around. It’s incredibly rewarding to teach children, teenagers, and young adults new ways of thinking and being aware.
Michel Mennesson
MD, Psychiatrist
Newport Healthcare offers truly individualized care, with a focus on mindful growth and connection. The dedication this team has to our clients and their families is unwavering.
Kristin Wilson
MA, LPC, Chief Experience Officer
What We Offer Employees
Meaningful Work: What we do has purpose and meaning. We are connected to our mission to change lives.
Culture of Connection: We create a community of collaboration and belonging where all employees are respected, seen, and supported
Career Growth: Our training, mentoring, and leadership opportunities offer clear pathways to building careers with purpose.
Recognition: We celebrate the contributions of our teams, creating a positive work environment where everyone strives to succeed.
Work-Life Balance: Our work environment provides flexibility, and our comprehensive benefits package supports physical and mental health and wellness.
Newport Healthcare Outcomes
For more than 13 years, Newport Healthcare has led the industry with outstanding third party–validated healthcare outcomes that illustrate the continued success of our treatment for teens, young adults, and their families.
