The Central Pasco Girls Academy serves 32 females, ages 13 to 18, in a non-secure residential commitment program. The program provides Intensive Mental Health Treatment Services, as well as cognitive behavioral treatment.
Youth at the Central Pasco Girls Academy receive individual, group, and family therapy, as well as testing and psychiatric evaluation services. The program also provides gender-responsive services utilizing the “Girls Matter” curriculum that is tailored to the unique needs of the population.
Gender-specific treatment areas address sexual abuse, substance abuse, domestic violence, trauma, and crime specific topics. On-site health services address the individual medical needs of the youth. The anticipated average length of stay depends on the youth's pace of success in completing the individualized treatment plan and goals.
The Central Pasco Girls Academy is a Type 1 program offering English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading, and one elective course.
Education services are provided by the Pasco County School District.