Academics

Learning Continues

Second Nature operates an independently accredited special purpose private school, accredited directly through Cognia. Unlike programs that partner with an outside school to provide academic credit, Second Nature maintains its own accreditation and academic program. Our curriculum was specifically designed to integrate with the therapeutic experience, allowing students’ academic work to reinforce the same concepts, skills, and personal growth they are working on throughout their time at Second Nature.

Students can continue making academic progress during treatment, earning up to four semester credits (2.0 total units) in English, Biology, Psychology, and Physical Education.  Credits earned through Second Nature can be transferred to schools across the country, allowing students to continue progressing toward graduation while prioritizing their mental health.

Learning as Part of Treatment

Academics at Second Nature are intentionally integrated into the therapeutic experience. Many students arrive with school-related challenges such as anxiety, avoidance, perfectionism, low motivation, or executive functioning difficulties. Rather than viewing these as separate from treatment, therapists use academic experiences to better understand the emotional and behavioral patterns that may be affecting learning.

Because therapists observe students engaging with academic work in real time, school-related struggles become valuable opportunities for insight, coaching, and growth. Students develop important skills such as organization, follow-through, time management, independent learning, and emotional regulation while receiving support from both educators and therapists.

Educational Support

Coursework is reviewed and graded by licensed educators, ensuring students receive meaningful academic instruction and recognized academic credit throughout their time at Second Nature.

At the completion of the program, students receive official transcripts and grades for completed coursework, supporting a smooth transition back to school.