New Sunrise Regional Treatment Center
Restoring Balance. Reclaiming Strength. Renewing Futures.
Welcome to New Sunrise
New Sunrise Regional Treatment Center (NSRTC) is a culturally grounded, adolescent behavioral health and substance use treatment facility serving Native American youth ages 13 to 17. Located in the heart of the Pueblo of Acoma in New Mexico, our center offers a safe, healing environment that integrates traditional values with modern clinical care.
We honor the wisdom of Indigenous communities while delivering evidence-based treatment that supports emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.
Our Mission
To provide high-quality, culturally relevant behavioral health and substance abuse treatment for Native American adolescents, empowering youth to reclaim wellness, cultural identity, and hope for the future.
Our Vision
To create a generation of strong, sober, and resilient Native youth through holistic healing, cultural reconnection, and collaborative care.
What We Offer
Culturally Responsive Programs for Youth:
- Residential Treatment
- Day Treatment Program
- Our services include:
- Diagnostic Assessment
- Treatment Planning and Review
- Chemical Dependency Education and Counseling
- On-site Virtual Academics
- Family Education and Therapy
- Psychological/Psychiatric Services
- Recreation Therapy
- Twelve-Step Support Groups.
- Discharge and Aftercare Planning.
- Nursing/Health
- Life and Social Skills Services
Cultural/Traditional Awareness – Groups and activities to maintain and/or enhance cultural appreciation (i.e. moccasin making, pottery, traditional farming methods and Native cooking and sewing). Talking Circles, traditional speakers, Sweat Lodge and Reflection Room ceremonies are available.
Who We Serve
- Native American youth ages 13 to 17
- Enrolled members or descendants of federally recognized tribes
- Youth facing substance use, mental health challenges, trauma, or family/legal issues
Our Commitment to Quality Care
- Joint Commission-accredited standards of care
- New Mexico Medicaid–compliant programming
- Trauma-informed, culturally respectful staff
- On-site behavioral health, nursing, cultural mentors
- No cost for eligible IHS beneficiaries
Contact Us
Leadership
CEO: Melody Price-Yonts Email: melody.price-yonts@ihs.gov
Phone: 505-552-5502
New Sunrise Regional Treatment Center
P.O. Box 219
Acoma, New Mexico 87049
Phone: (505) 552-5500
