Facility profile Utah
Turn-About Ranch
Also known as Turn About Ranch – Lodge, Turn About Ranch – Barn
Turn-About Ranch is a residential treatment center in Escalante, Utah, operated by Escalante RTC, LLC (owned by its managers since 2014). It has operated since 1989.
About Turn-About Ranch
Aspen Education Group stopped owning Turn-About Ranch in 2014, when the program was taken over by its employees.source 1, source 2 It was taken over by employees from Aspen Education Group.source It was owned by Aspen Education Group (originally).source
It operates a working ranch (cattle, horses); extensive Vocational Program including culinary arts, mechanics, construction/building trades and auto mechanics.source It was described as works with adolescents struggling with authority, substance experimentation, compulsive lying, defiance, low self-concept, depression/anxiety, ADHD and other clinical diagnoses.source Its address was 280 N 300 E, Escalante, UT 84726.source Stays lasted about 100 days.source Turn-About Ranch is a Utah boarding school and residential treatment center; a 16-year-old transported there against her will used Utah's new emancipation law to seek release (December 2006).source
It was licensed as both a wilderness program and a therapeutic boarding school.source It is now offering a Christian Track providing each student with a certified Christian counselor for weekly faith-based individualized counseling.source It was accredited by Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC).source It joined NATSAP in 1999.source It was a member of NATSAP since 1999.source
Survivor testimony
What people who lived or worked here say happened. Survivors' own words are published with their permission; forum accounts are what was posted publicly and are reported as claims, not findings.
Reported on survivor forums
- Fornits: Turn-About Ranch, Boy on the Run, Night/Cold/Rough Country (2004, 26 posts)
- Fornits: Survivors, parents and staff discuss Turn-About Ranch and Aspen Education Group (2004-2018) (2004-2018, 33 posts)
- Fornits: Elliot Sainer?s Empire: AEG: Riding the Wave of (2006-2007, 5 posts)
- Fornits: List of Known Abusive Programs (2006, 71 posts)
- Fornits: Ironwood: New Facility in Maine (2006-2018, 5 posts)
- Fornits: A new victim at TurnAbout Ranch (2006-2012, 26 posts)
- Fornits: Utah's New Emancipation Law No Help to Kids in RTCs (2006, 7 posts)
- Fornits: Update on secretprisonsforteens (2007, 19 posts)
- Fornits: Big Fish CRC Trawls The Waters (2007-2010, 33 posts)
- Fornits: Fornits wiki status (2007, 44 posts)
- Fornits: Christmas (2007-2008, 140 posts)
- Fornits: Dr. Phil detains a girl at Turn-about Ranch (2009, 3 posts)
- Fornits: A New List of Programee Scum from Prodigal Child Ministries. (2009-2013, 6 posts)
- Fornits: Aspen residential boarding schools (2010, 10 posts)
- Fornits: Dr. Phil did use Aspen again (2010, 2 posts)
- Fornits: Facility survival training guide (2010, 32 posts)
- Fornits: Dr. Phil again and again (2010, 22 posts)
- Fornits: Dr. Phil III (2011, 3 posts)
- Fornits: Facebook groups show that kids are really great full? (2011, 44 posts)
- Fornits: Alleged abuse at Turn-about Ranch (Courthouse News Service) (2012, 3 posts)
- Fornits: In-depth article on Aspen, CRC, Bain & Romney (2012, 5 posts)
- Fornits: Dark Side of Bain (2012, 1 post)
Timeline
From the records: who ran it and the deals that moved it, its names, and the deaths, incidents, inspection findings, lawsuits and news stories on file. Point at an event, or tap "More about this", for the details.
1989
Opened in Escalante, Utah
1994
Criminal charge
The three boys who beat two staff in 1994 pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and theft; attempted homicide and aggravated robbery charges were dropped.
Criminal charge
Runaway
In 1994 three teenage boys escaped Turn-About Ranch by beating two staff members and fleeing in a staff vehicle; they pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and theft.
Runaway
2006
CRC Health Group: Bought Aspen Education Group, the largest for-profit chain of troubled-teen programs, for $279.5 million
Aspen Education Group and CRC Health Group ran Turn-About Ranch on either side of the deal.
CRC Health Group: Bought Aspen Education Group, the largest for-profit chain of troubled-teen programs, for $279.5 million November 2006
In November 2006 CRC acquired all of the stock of Aspen Education Group for about $279.5 million. CRC called it its largest acquisition to date. By the end of 2007 its youth division ran 29 programs in 10 states, including ten therapeutic boarding schools and ten outdoor programs.
2012
Lawsuit
In 2012 a former resident and her mother sued Turn-About Ranch alleging torture including stress positions, threats of suffocation, sleep deprivation, food...
Lawsuit
In 2012 a former resident and her mother sued Turn-About Ranch alleging torture including stress positions, threats of suffocation, sleep deprivation, food denial and public humiliation during a 2005 stay; a judge dismissed it as filed too late.
Lawsuit
A June 2012 lawsuit charged that staff engaged in torture of a 15-year-old girl in 2005; a former employee also alleged a cover-up of a reported sexual assault...
Lawsuit June 2012
A June 2012 lawsuit charged that staff engaged in torture of a 15-year-old girl in 2005; a former employee also alleged a cover-up of a reported sexual assault of a student by an employee.
CRC Health Group: Salon and The Investigative Fund report deaths and abuse at CRC and Aspen programs under Bain
CRC Health Group: Salon and The Investigative Fund report deaths and abuse at CRC and Aspen programs under Bain July 18, 2012
Art Levine's investigation reported deaths and state actions at CRC and Aspen programs, including the 2009 heat death of Sergey Blashchishen at SageWalk, Oregon's 2009 closure of two Aspen programs and the 2004 death of Matthew Meyer at Lone Star Expeditions. It said the Bain buyout left CRC with over $600 million in debt. CRC said the incidents were isolated, and Bain did not reply.
2015
Acadia HealthCare: Bought CRC Health Group, owner of the Aspen youth programs, from Bain Capital
Aspen Education Group and CRC Health Group ran Turn-About Ranch on either side of the deal.
Acadia HealthCare: Bought CRC Health Group, owner of the Aspen youth programs, from Bain Capital February 11, 2015
Acadia announced a definitive agreement to acquire CRC Health Group on October 29, 2014, describing CRC as the nation's largest specialized behavioral healthcare provider with 36 residential facilities and 84 comprehensive treatment facilities. The deal was valued at $1.175 billion in Acadia stock plus assumed debt; Bain Capital took Acadia shares. Acadia announced completion on February 11, 2015.
Court record - Aspen Education Group (case no. 2:2014cv00866)
Court record - Aspen Education Group (case no. 2:2014cv00866)
The plaintiffs, owners of several residential treatment programs, sued the defendants for breach of contract and conversion over misdirected payments. The defendants failed to remit the payments to the plaintiffs as required by the purchase agreement. The court found the plaintiffs had a substantial likelihood of success and granted the motion for a writ of replevin. The order was signed by Magistrate Judge Paul M.
Outcome: The court granted a motion to dismiss with prejudice, closing the case.
- Court
- United States District Court for the District of Utah
- Case number
- 2:14cv866
- Status
- Closed
Memorandum - Elevations RTC (case no. 2:2014cv00866)
Memorandum - Elevations RTC (case no. 2:2014cv00866)
Plaintiffs, who purchased several residential treatment programs and therapeutic boarding schools from Sellers, filed a lawsuit alleging that Defendants wrongfully withheld misdirected payments and accounts receivable collected after the asset purchase. Defendants counterclaimed for breach of contract, arguing that Plaintiffs committed material breaches first, thereby excusing Defendants from performance.
Outcome: The court granted the motion to dismiss with prejudice, closing the case.
- Court
- United States District Court for the District of Utah Central Division
- Case number
- 2:14cv866
- Status
- Dismissed
2016
Criminal charge
The resident who killed the staff member was charged as an adult with eight counts including aggravated murder and attempted aggravated murder, and was...
Criminal charge December 2016
The resident who killed the staff member was charged as an adult with eight counts including aggravated murder and attempted aggravated murder, and was sentenced to a minimum of five years in prison.
Incident
It was reported that the teen who killed the staff member had been made to detox from drugs while sitting in the stone circle for nearly a week before the attack.
Incident December 2016
Death
On December 6, 2016 a 17-year-old resident, in the program less than a week, killed 61-year-old staff member James Woolsey during an escape attempt and injured another staffer.
Death December 6, 2016
2021
Abuse
A former resident publicly alleged in 2021 she was forced to do manual labor, denied showers and clothing changes for weeks, denied medical attention and malnourished.
Abuse February 2021
Sexual abuse
In February 2021 a survivor alleged in an Instagram video that she was sexually abused by a male staff member at Turn-About Ranch.
Sexual abuse February 2021
Provo Canyon School Closure
2 articles in FOX 7 Austin and Refinery29.
Provo Canyon School Closure February 27, 2021
A former resident of Turn-About Ranch filed a lawsuit against the facility, alleging sexual assault by a staff member, subsequent retaliation, and physical and verbal abuse following her admission in 2019.
Lawsuits
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Court record - Aspen Education Group (case no. 2:2014cv00866)
Outcome: The court granted a motion to dismiss with prejudice, closing the case.
The plaintiffs, owners of several residential treatment programs, sued the defendants for breach of contract and conversion over misdirected payments. The defendants failed to remit the payments to the plaintiffs as required by the purchase agreement. The court found the plaintiffs had a substantial likelihood of success and granted the motion for a writ of replevin. The order was signed by Magistrate Judge Paul M. Warner on February 18, 2015.
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Memorandum - Elevations RTC (case no. 2:2014cv00866)
Outcome: The court granted the motion to dismiss with prejudice, closing the case.
Plaintiffs, who purchased several residential treatment programs and therapeutic boarding schools from Sellers, filed a lawsuit alleging that Defendants wrongfully withheld misdirected payments and accounts receivable collected after the asset purchase. Defendants counterclaimed for breach of contract, arguing that Plaintiffs committed material breaches first, thereby excusing Defendants from performance. The court determined that Plaintiffs demonstrated a substantial likelihood of success on their breach of contract and conversion claims and met the requirements for a prejudgment writ of replevin.
- Wilderness Training & Consulting v. Aspen Education Group, D. Utah
Incidents on record
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1994 Criminal charge
The three boys who beat two staff in 1994 pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and theft; attempted homicide and aggravated robbery charges were dropped.source
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1994 Runaway
In 1994 three teenage boys escaped Turn-About Ranch by beating two staff members and fleeing in a staff vehicle; they pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and theft.source
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2012 Lawsuit
In 2012 a former resident and her mother sued Turn-About Ranch alleging torture including stress positions, threats of suffocation, sleep deprivation, food denial and public humiliation during a 2005 stay; a judge dismissed it as filed too late.source
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Abuse
Survivors report widespread emotional abuse, medical neglect, food deprivation, sleep deprivation, intense physical labor, animal abuse and homophobic harassment at Turn-About Ranch.source
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June 2012 Lawsuit
A June 2012 lawsuit charged that staff engaged in torture of a 15-year-old girl in 2005; a former employee also alleged a cover-up of a reported sexual assault of a student by an employee.source
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December 2016 Criminal charge
The resident who killed the staff member was charged as an adult with eight counts including aggravated murder and attempted aggravated murder, and was sentenced to a minimum of five years in prison.source
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December 2016 Incident
It was reported that the teen who killed the staff member had been made to detox from drugs while sitting in the stone circle for nearly a week before the attack.source
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December 6, 2016 Death
On December 6, 2016 a 17-year-old resident, in the program less than a week, killed 61-year-old staff member James Woolsey during an escape attempt and injured another staffer.source
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February 2021 Abuse
A former resident publicly alleged in 2021 she was forced to do manual labor, denied showers and clothing changes for weeks, denied medical attention and malnourished.source
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February 2021 Sexual abuse
In February 2021 a survivor alleged in an Instagram video that she was sexually abused by a male staff member at Turn-About Ranch.source
News coverage
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Former residents who sue Utah programs for troubled teens can face big obstacles in court
Former residents pursuing legal action against Utah youth treatment facilities face significant judicial obstacles, including strict statutes of limitations and the classification of their claims under medical malpractice statutes. Courts have recently ruled that certain allegations involving assaults and injuries fall under medical treatment plans, capping potential financial damages and dismissing cases filed past shortened deadlines.
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An Examination of Allegations and Practices Within the Troubled Teen Industry
Multiple survivors have come forward with allegations of emotional, physical, and psychological abuse within various residential treatment facilities and behavioral modification programs. Former residents report practices including involuntary transport, isolation, forced labor, and peer-to-peer shaming sessions, prompting increased public scrutiny of the troubled teen industry.
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Woman suing Utah ranch for troubled teens hits legal roadblock in court
A Utah judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by Hannah Archuleta alleging sexual assault and retaliation at Turn-About Ranch, citing procedural issues and classifying the claims as medical malpractice. The dismissal was without prejudice, allowing Archuleta to refile the suit at a later date.
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An Examination of the 'Dr. Phil' Show and Participant Referral Practices
An investigative report examines the daytime talk show "Dr. Phil" and its practice of referring vulnerable guests and minors to residential behavioral programs, including Turn-About Ranch. The article highlights allegations of abuse and misconduct associated with these facilities and questions the show's participant care and referral practices.
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Public Figure Details Allegations of Mistreatment at Utah Residential Facility
Public figure Danielle Bregoli published statements on social media detailing allegations of mistreatment, forced labor, malnutrition, and a lack of external communication at Turn-About Ranch in Utah, a residential facility she was referred to by television host Dr. Phil. Bregoli also highlighted reports from another individual concerning alleged sexual misconduct and retaliation by staff members at the facility.
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Teen files lawsuit against Utah boarding school following Paris Hilton’s campaign archived copy
A former resident of Turn-About Ranch filed a lawsuit against the facility, alleging sexual assault by a staff member, subsequent retaliation, and physical and verbal abuse following her admission in 2019. The plaintiff, represented by attorney Gloria Allred, brought the legal action amid broader public awareness campaigns regarding conditions in residential youth programs in Utah.
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Hannah Archuleta alleges sexual assault at Turn-About Ranch
Hannah Archuleta, a 17‑year‑old former guest on Dr Phil’s show, alleges she was sexually assaulted by a staff member at Turn‑About Ranch in Utah and that the facility failed to take remedial action after she reported the abuse. She claims the ranch subjected her to physical and emotional abuse, including forced labor and restricted access to facilities. A lawsuit was filed on 24 February 2021 seeking justice for the alleged misconduct.
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Lawsuit Filed Against Utah Youth Facility Alleging Sexual Assault
A woman has filed a lawsuit against a youth residential facility in Provo, Utah, represented by attorney Gloria Allred, regarding allegations of sexual assault. The legal action addresses institutional conditions and accountability related to the reported misconduct.
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Inspired by Paris Hilton, woman says Utah ranch punished her for reporting assaults
Hannah Archuleta, a former resident of Turn-About Ranch, alleges that she was sexually assaulted by an employee and that the ranch failed to discipline the staff member or involve law enforcement. She claims the ranch retaliated by subjecting her to punitive measures, including forced labor and denial of basic needs. Archuleta has filed a lawsuit seeking damages for negligent hiring, assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
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Lawsuit against Turn-About Ranch in Escalante alleges repeated sexual abuse
A survivor filed a lawsuit against Turn-About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, alleging repeated sexual abuse and subsequent retaliation by staff members after reporting the incidents. The facility denied the allegations, stating they investigated the claims and cooperated with local law enforcement, while attorneys for the plaintiff emphasized ongoing concerns regarding residential youth program oversight.
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Inspired by Paris Hilton, woman sues Utah ranch – Deseret News
Hannah Archuleta filed a lawsuit against Turn-About Ranch after alleging that she was sexually assaulted by an employee and subsequently punished for reporting the assaults. The lawsuit claims the ranch failed to discipline the employee, did not notify law enforcement, and subjected Archuleta to physical and psychological abuse. The ranch denied the allegations and stated it would not take any mistreatment lightly.
52 more articles
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Teen Allegedly Reports Sexual Assault and Retaliation at Utah Rehab Ranch
Hannah Archuleta filed a lawsuit alleging that a staff member at Turn-About Ranch sexually assaulted her and that she was subjected to punitive measures after reporting the incident. The lawsuit claims she was forced to perform labor, denied bathroom access, and endured humiliating punishments. The case is pending in Utah state court.
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Woman says she was punished at Turn-About Ranch after reporting a sexual assault
Hannah Archuleta, a 17‑year‑old former resident of Turn‑About Ranch, alleges she was sexually assaulted by a staff member and subsequently subjected to punitive measures after reporting the abuse. She is suing the ranch, claiming negligence in hiring the staffer and intentional infliction of emotional distress. The lawsuit was filed in February 2021 and is represented by attorney Gloria Allred.
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Wife of slain Utah youth ranch counselor sues killer, his parents, ranch employees
The wife of a youth ranch counselor who was beaten to death at the Turn-About Ranch filed a wrongful‑death lawsuit against the teen who killed her husband, his parents, and ranch employees. The lawsuit alleges the ranch accepted a 17‑year‑old with suicidal ideation and drug withdrawal without adequate safeguards and that staff were assigned to work with him without warning. The case highlights concerns about safety protocols and staff training at the facility.
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Lawsuit Alleges Utah Rehabilitation Facility Admitted Resident in Violation of Enrollment Standards Prior to Fatal Staff Attack
A lawsuit filed by the spouse of a deceased staff member alleges that Turn-About Ranch wrongfully admitted a 17-year-old resident with a history of severe substance addiction and self-harm. The resident subsequently assaulted staff members, resulting in a fatal injury to one employee and severe injuries to another.
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Escape attempt leaves one man dead
A staff member of the Turn-About Ranch died after a 17‑year‑old resident attempted an escape. The resident was arrested and faces multiple felony charges. Another staff member was injured but survived.
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Teen accused of killing worker at Utah youth ranch makes first court appearance
A 17-year-old resident at Turn-About Ranch in Utah made his first court appearance facing adult criminal charges, including aggravated murder, following a fatal attack on a staff member. According to court records, the incident occurred days after the resident arrived at the facility and experienced a mental health crisis involving substance withdrawal and suicidal ideation.
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Teen accused of killing staff member at Utah youth rehab ranch
A 17‑year‑old resident of the Turn‑About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, was arrested after striking a staff member, resulting in the staff member’s death. The teen, who had expressed suicidal thoughts and drug addiction, was charged with first‑degree murder and robbery. A second staff member was injured but survived the incident.
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Teen at Utah Youth Facility Charged with Murder Following Assault
A 17-year-old resident at Turn-About Ranch in Utah was charged with aggravated murder and other offenses following an assault on facility staff. Court documents indicate the incident occurred shortly after the youth arrived at the facility for substance use treatment.
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Utah Officials Evaluate Oversight Policies Following Homicide at Residential Youth Facility
Following a fatal incident at Turnabout Ranch involving a 17-year-old resident and a 61-year-old staff member, Utah licensing officials and human services representatives are reviewing state policies regarding private residential facilities for youth. Authorities stated that the teenager involved will be prosecuted as an adult.
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Snowflake, Arizona teen faces multiple charges in Utah murder case
A 17-year-old from Snowflake, Arizona, was charged as an adult with multiple offenses, including criminal homicide, after a worker at Turn-About Ranch in southern Utah was killed. The teen is also accused of assaulting a second employee, stealing a vehicle, and other related crimes. The case is pending further legal proceedings.
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Teen Charged With Murder of Staff Member at Utah Youth Facility
An Arizona teenager residing at the Turn-About Ranch in Utah was charged with aggravated murder and other felonies following an assault on two staff members that resulted in the death of a 61-year-old employee. Prosecutors filed charges directly in adult court, and the suspect was apprehended by law enforcement shortly after leaving the facility.
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Teen arrested for aggravated murder of youth facility staff member
A 17-year-old male resident of Turn-About Ranch was charged as an adult with aggravated murder after allegedly beating staff member James Woolsey to death and assaulting staff member Alicia Keller. The teen later fled the facility, leading to a high‑speed police pursuit, and was apprehended without further injury. He reported ongoing substance addiction and suicidal thoughts.
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Teen at Utah Residential Facility Charged as Adult Following Fatal Assault
A 17-year-old resident at a Utah residential treatment program was charged as an adult following an incident resulting in the death of a staff member and injuries to another. Court documents indicate the youth had recently arrived at the facility and was experiencing withdrawal symptoms at the time of the event.
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Teen Resident at Utah Youth Facility Charged with Homicide Following Staff Death
A 17-year-old resident at Turn-About Ranch in Utah was arrested and charged with criminal homicide and other offenses following a fatal assault against a staff member. The incident also involved an assault on another individual, a vehicle theft, and a subsequent police pursuit resulting in the suspect's apprehension.
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Utah Youth Facility Staff Member Killed During Resident Escape Attempt
A 17-year-old resident at Turn-About Ranch in Utah allegedly attacked and killed a staff member during an escape attempt from the facility. The resident also injured a second staff member before being apprehended by law enforcement and charged with first-degree murder and robbery.
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Teen charged with murder in attack at troubled-youth ranch
A 17-year-old resident of Turn-About Ranch attacked staff members during a morning campfire, resulting in the death of employee Jimmy Woolsey and injuries to staffer Alicia Keller. The teen was apprehended after fleeing in a stolen vehicle and has been charged with aggravated murder and related offenses.
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Details Emerge Regarding Fatal Attack on Turn-About Ranch Staff Member and Subsequent Arrest
Court documents and law enforcement statements detail an incident at Turn-About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, resulting in the death of a 61-year-old staff member and subsequent charges against a 17-year-old resident. The suspect was apprehended following a high-speed vehicle pursuit and faces multiple felony counts, including aggravated murder and attempted aggravated murder.
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Tragedy at Escalante Turn-About Ranch teen facility
A staff member was killed by a 17‑year‑old male resident at the Turn‑About Ranch teen facility near Escalante, Utah. The incident occurred early Tuesday morning, and the teen was later apprehended by the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office. A female staff member was injured during the confrontation but survived.
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Staff Member Killed and Another Injured During Escape Attempt at Utah Residential Facility
An adolescent resident at Turn-About Ranch in Utah carried out an escape attempt during which a staff member sustained fatal blunt force trauma and another staff member was injured. Law enforcement officials responded to the incident at the residential facility.
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Teenager Allegedly Kills Staff Member During Escape Attempt at Utah Facility
A 17‑year‑old at Turn‑About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, allegedly attempted to escape, during which he struck staff member James Woolsey on the head, resulting in Woolsey’s death, and then attacked Alicia Keller. The teenager was arrested following a high‑speed chase. The incident highlights safety concerns at the facility.
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Staff Member Killed and Another Injured at Utah Youth Facility, Sheriff Says
A 17-year-old resident at Turn-About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, allegedly killed a staff member and injured another during an incident following plans to leave the facility. The suspect was apprehended by law enforcement following a vehicle pursuit and taken into custody.
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Fatal attack at Turn-About Ranch results in guard death and employee injury
A 17-year-old male assaulted night guard Jimmy Woolsey and employee Alicia Keller at Turn-About Ranch near Escalante, Utah. Woolsey died from head trauma, while Keller sustained injuries to her hand and head but survived. Police apprehended the juvenile suspect following a high‑speed chase.
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Staff Member Killed in Incident at Utah Youth Treatment Facility, Suspect Apprehended
A staff member at Turn-About Ranch in Utah died following an assault by a 17-year-old student, and another employee was injured while intervening. The suspect fled the scene in a stolen vehicle and was subsequently apprehended by law enforcement following a pursuit.
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Staff Member Fatally Assaulted at Utah Youth Rehabilitation Facility
A 61-year-old staff member at Turn-About Ranch near Escalante, Utah, died following an alleged assault by a 17-year-old student at the facility. Another staff member sustained a head injury during the incident while attempting to intervene, and the suspect was subsequently apprehended by law enforcement following a pursuit.
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Staffer at youth rehab facility killed by teen resident, police say
A 61-year-old staff member at Turn-About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, died following an assault by a 17-year-old resident. A second staff member sustained injuries during a confrontation with the resident, who was subsequently arrested following a police pursuit.
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Utah Sheriff Threatens Action Against Federal Land Management Agents Over Road Closures
Garfield County Sheriff James 'Danny' Perkins threatened to arrest federal agents over disputes regarding public land access and road closures in Utah. Perkins stated he previously arrested a Bureau of Land Management ranger who was issuing citations within the county's jurisdiction. While expressing ideological alignment with anti-federal land movements, Perkins distanced himself from armed occupation tactics.
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Utah Sheriffs Threaten To Arrest Rangers If Try To Close Public Lands
Tensions between local sheriffs and federal land management agencies in Utah escalated as some local officials threatened to arrest federal rangers attempting to close public lands and roads. The dispute centers on jurisdictional authority over public property, grazing rights, and federal law enforcement powers in rural western regions.
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Western Sheriffs Are Tacitly Joining Rebellions Against The Federal Government
This article examines the involvement of rural Western sheriffs who have offered tacit support or sympathy to anti-government movements and armed protests over federal land management. It discusses specific incidents, including an armed standoff at a wildlife refuge in Oregon that concluded after law enforcement intervention resulted in arrests and one fatality.
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Utah nonprofit shares horse therapy wisdom with the world
The Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA), a Santaquin-based nonprofit organization, held its 16th annual conference in Farmington, Utah, showcasing animal-assisted therapy methods used for veterans, couples, and at-risk youth. The approach utilizes unmounted ground interactions with horses as a therapeutic tool, functioning alongside or as an alternative to traditional talk therapy.
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Utah to BLM: Rein in your cops
Elected officials and rural sheriffs in Utah raised numerous complaints regarding the conduct and authority of Bureau of Land Management law enforcement officers under the supervision of special agent Dan Love. Critics alleged that federal officers operated without coordination with local authorities, overstepped their jurisdiction, and engaged in intimidating behavior toward residents and visitors.
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Lawsuit Filed Against Rapper and Las Vegas Nightclub Alleging Assault of Teen
A teenager has filed a lawsuit against a rapper and a Las Vegas nightclub, alleging sexual assault after being provided with drugs and alcohol in 2024. The legal action names multiple entities involved in the establishment where the incident reportedly occurred.
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Lawsuit Alleges Abuse and Fraud at Utah Residential Treatment Center
A former participant and her mother filed a federal lawsuit against Turn About Ranch and Aspen Education Group, alleging widespread physical and psychological abuse, forced labor, and fraudulent practices during her enrollment in 2005. The complaint outlines allegations of sleep deprivation, physical restraint threats, stress positions, and deceptive communications with parents.
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Lawsuit Filed Against Utah Residential Treatment Center Alleging Abuse
A lawsuit filed in federal court alleges that a Utah residential treatment facility subjected a former participant to physical labor, stress positions, food and sleep restrictions, and emotional abuse. The complaint names the facility and its parent corporation, claiming fraudulent concealment, slavery, and civil rights violations.
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Military family faces Christmas this year without their son
The article recounts the White family's experience of spending the 2011 holiday season without their son, Chief Warrant Officer Kenneth Ryan White, who died in a combat helicopter crash in Afghanistan. It describes their grieving process, support from military and community organizations, and references a brief stay at a faith‑based residential treatment program during Ryan's teenage years.
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Myron Cottam Takes Over Reins of Turn-About Ranch
Myron Cottam, MEd, was appointed executive director of Turn-About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, succeeding Max Stewart who retired after 14 years of service. The announcement was issued by Aspen Education Group, which described the ranch as a short‑term therapeutic residential program for adolescents ages 12‑18. No allegations of abuse or incidents were reported.
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Upon discharge from programs, teens report happiness
A multi‑center study of nearly 1,000 adolescents in private residential treatment programs reported significant reductions in behavioral and emotional problems from admission to discharge. Both parents and the youths themselves indicated improvements in communication, family relationships, and overall functioning. The findings were presented at the American Psychological Association meeting in August 2006.
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Kicked out of Brat Camp
The article reports that a survivor was expelled from a residential program commonly referred to as a "brat camp." It describes the circumstances of the removal and includes the survivor's perspective without attributing blame to the youth.
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Aspen Youth Services Acquires Turn-About Ranch
On January 31, 2000, Aspen Youth Services announced the acquisition of Turn-About Ranch, a residential treatment program located in Escalante, Utah. Turn-About Ranch operated a co-educational program for adolescents aged 13 to 18, while Aspen Youth Services provided education, treatment, and rehabilitation services for adolescents and their families.
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Seen 'n Heard, 3/2000 - Short news clips about Special Schools & Programs
A compilation of news briefs from March 2000 covers industry updates, including California legislation requiring background checks for transport escort services under Assembly Bill 705. Additional updates detail local community opposition to a proposed residential program in Idaho, online program launches, and curriculum announcements for various youth and young adult programs.
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Seen 'n Heard, 1/2000 - Short news clips about Special Schools & Programs
The January 2000 issue of Seen 'n Heard provides brief updates on several specialty education programs, including a risk‑assessment comparison of wilderness therapy, an upcoming Small Boarding Schools Association conference, corrections to earlier listings, and plans for new group‑home and facility expansions. The items are presented as factual notices without editorial commentary.
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School & Program Visits, 6/1995 - Turn-About Ranch
This 1995 archival report details a visit to Turn-About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, outlining its program structure, property divisions, and behavioral modification practices. The article describes an initial orientation period involving restricted communication and movement designed to elicit emotional introspection among new students.
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Opinion & Essays - Oct, 1994 Issue *Letters*
This article consists of a collection of letters from parents to Woodbury Reports discussing their experiences with various behavioral programs and youth facilities. The correspondence includes parent feedback regarding placements, referrals, and facility visits in 1994.
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Three Adolescents Sentenced for Assault at Utah Behavioral Program
Three adolescents pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and theft following an incident at Turnabout Ranch near Escalante, Utah, where two staff members were assaulted. The juveniles fled the facility in a vehicle before returning voluntarily and were subsequently sentenced in the 6th District Court to make restitution, spend time in a youth detention center, and enter a rehabilitation program.
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3 Teens Sentenced for Beating 2 Counsellors
Three juveniles from out-of-state pleaded guilty to charges of aggravated assault and theft following an incident at Turnabout Ranch near Escalante, Utah. The youths admitted to assaulting two staff members before fleeing the facility and later returning voluntarily. A juvenile court judge ordered restitution, detention time, and enrollment in a rehabilitation program.
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New Perspectives - Aug, 1992 Issue - Marvelwood School
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One Year Ago Today (June 28, 2022)…McGraw, CBS Seek Dismissal of Woman’s Suit on First Amendment Grounds
A Colorado survivor alleges she was sexually assaulted while attending Turn-About Ranch, a residential program for troubled youth, after being referred by Dr. Phil McGraw and the show’s staff. The plaintiff filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles County Superior Court, and the defendants have moved to dismiss the case on First Amendment grounds.
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Bhad Bhabie discusses experiences at therapeutic boarding school and her views on confrontation
Bhad Bhabie, a 13‑year‑old at the Turn‑About Ranch therapeutic boarding school in Escalante, Utah, reported sleeping in a sleeping bag on a hard wooden plank inside a teepee. She also noted that a staff member, Jimmy Woolsey, was killed by a teen while she was there. The Utah Senate later passed SB127 to increase oversight of such schools.
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Personal account of attending a troubled teen camp
The article recounts the experiences of several survivors who attended troubled teen camps in the United States, detailing allegations of sexual misconduct, forced medical examinations, and other forms of staff misconduct. It also highlights the broader industry context and the ongoing calls for regulation. The narrative is presented in a factual, neutral tone without victim blaming.
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US rapper Bhad Bhabie gives speech to Oxford Union after making $50 million in a year on OnlyFans
Danielle "Bhad Bhabie" Bregoli, a 19‑year‑old rapper, delivered a speech at the Oxford Union in November 2022. During her address she discussed her experience of alleged abuse while attending Turn‑About Ranch, a Utah mental‑health facility. The article reports her status as a survivor and her efforts to support young entrepreneurs.
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Dr. Phil, CBS seek attorney fees from 20-year-old who alleged assault at Utah ranch
Hannah Archuleta filed a lawsuit alleging she was sexually assaulted by a staff member while attending Turn-About Ranch, a Utah wilderness‑therapy program, after being encouraged to attend by the Dr. Phil television show. A Los Angeles Superior Court judge dismissed the case, and Dr. Phil and CBS are seeking attorney fees for their defense.
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Television Personality and CBS Seek Legal Fees Following Dismissal of Program-Related Lawsuit
Attorneys for television personality Phil McGraw and CBS are seeking more than $400,000 in legal fees and costs following the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by a former participant who alleged sexual assault at a behavioral program. The lawsuit, dismissed under California's anti-SLAPP law, stemmed from the plaintiff's referral to the Utah facility after appearing on a television broadcast.
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Paris Hilton Reveals Sexual Abuse, Nonconsensual ‘Cervical Exams’ at Utah Boarding School
Paris Hilton has spoken out about the abuse she experienced at Provo Canyon School, including nonconsensual medical exams. She has testified about the emotional and physical abuse she and other teens faced at the school. Hilton is advocating for reforms to youth congregate care and reform schools.
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Court Dismisses Lawsuit Against McGraw and CBS Over Program Referral
A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by a former program participant who alleged she was sexually assaulted at Turn-About Ranch after being recommended to the facility by television personality Phil McGraw. The dismissal was granted under California's anti-SLAPP law, with the court ruling that the statements and pre-production activities protected free speech on matters of public interest regarding television and mental health.
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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Dr. Phil Regarding Treatment Program Referral
A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by a survivor who alleged she experienced sexual assault at Turn-About Ranch after being recommended to the facility through the television program "Dr. Phil." The dismissal was granted under California's anti-SLAPP law, protecting television broadcast activities concerning matters of public interest.
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McGraw, CBS Seek Dismissal of Woman’s Suit on First Amendment Grounds
A 19‑year‑old woman, Hannah Archuleta, filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles County Superior Court alleging she was sexually assaulted while attending Turn‑About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, after being recommended by Dr. Phil McGraw and his show staff. The suit claims the show failed to disclose prior complaints of physical and emotional harm at the facility and pressured her father to send her there. A judge is considering a motion to dismiss the case on First Amendment grounds.
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Allegations of abuse at Turn-About Ranch following Dr. Phil recommendation
A 19‑year‑old survivor alleges sexual assault by a staff member at Turn‑About Ranch, a wilderness‑therapy program recommended by Dr. Phil. The survivor reports subsequent punitive measures after reporting the incident, and a lawsuit has been filed against Phil McGraw and ViacomCBS in Los Angeles County Superior Court.
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Lawsuit Filed Against Dr. Phil and CBS Regarding Teen's Placement at Utah Facility
A 19-year-old survivor filed a lawsuit against television personality Phil McGraw and ViacomCBS, alleging negligence in recommending and arranging her placement at Turn-About Ranch in Utah. The complaint states that after being sent to the facility following a television appearance, she experienced sexual misconduct by a staff member and subsequent retaliation for reporting the incident.
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Lawsuit Alleges Phil McGraw Pressured Family to Enroll Teen at Utah Ranch Where She Faced Assault
A former program attendee filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles County Superior Court against television personality Phil McGraw and ViacomCBS. The complaint alleges that McGraw pressured the plaintiff's family into enrolling her at Turn-About Ranch in Utah following a television appearance, where she subsequently experienced sexual assault and punitive conditions by staff members.
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Lawsuit Filed Against Television Personality and Media Companies Regarding Assault Allegations at Utah Facility
A survivor who alleges she was sexually assaulted by a staff member at Turn-About Ranch has filed a lawsuit against television personality Phil McGraw and media companies, including ViacomCBS. The complaint claims that show staff pressured the family to send the minor to the Utah facility immediately following an appearance on the television program in October 2019.
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Overview of Phil McGraw's Television Career and Program Recommendations
Television personality Phil McGraw has faced scrutiny regarding his lack of an active psychology license and his practice of featuring troubled youth on his program. Critics and former attendees have raised concerns regarding his recommendations of therapeutic boarding programs, such as Turn-About Ranch, which have faced allegations of institutional abuse.
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An Overview of Danielle Bregoli's Journey from Media Appearance to Music Career and Program Placement
Following media appearances regarding behavioral difficulties, a teenager was placed in a wilderness therapy program in Utah. The survivor later reported experiencing harsh conditions during the program, including extreme weather exposure, restrictive meal options, and physical exhaustion.
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Paris Hilton and Bhad Bhabie Partner To Stop The Mistreatment At Youth Facilities
Public figures Paris Hilton and Danielle Bregoli partnered to advocate against institutional mistreatment at youth residential facilities, highlighting experiences at a Utah program. Bregoli recounted allegations of sleep deprivation, malnutrition, and unsanitary conditions, while Hilton advocated for legislative oversight and policy reform.
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Paris Hilton and Danielle Bregoli Collaborate on Advocacy Campaign for Troubled Teen Industry Survivors
Public figures Paris Hilton and Danielle Bregoli collaborated to raise awareness regarding alleged institutional abuse within the troubled teen industry. Bregoli shared personal testimonials detailing experiences of sleep deprivation, food restriction, and unsanitary conditions at a youth facility in Utah, while Hilton advocated for legislative reforms to regulate residential youth programs.
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Paris Hilton and Danielle Bregoli Collaborate to Raise Awareness for Breaking Code Silence
Public figures Paris Hilton and Danielle Bregoli have entered discussions to collaborate with the organization Breaking Code Silence to raise awareness regarding alleged institutional abuse within the troubled teen industry. Both individuals have previously publicly shared their experiences with alleged mistreatment while placed at residential facilities in Utah.
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Paris Hilton Teaming Up with Danielle Bregoli for Troubled Teen Campaign
Paris Hilton and Danielle Bregoli announced a collaboration to raise awareness about alleged abuse at troubled‑teen facilities, referencing experiences at Turn‑About Ranch and a Utah boarding school. Both survivors support the Breaking Code Silence organization and advocate for legislative reforms to protect youth in such programs.
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Paris Hilton and Danielle Bregoli Partner to Raise Awareness on Troubled Teen Industry
Media personalities Paris Hilton and Danielle Bregoli are collaborating to raise awareness about institutional abuse within the troubled teen industry and support the organization Breaking Code Silence. Bregoli publicly shared allegations of sleep deprivation, malnutrition, and unsanitary conditions at a Utah youth facility, while Hilton advocated for legislative oversight following her own experiences at a residential program.
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Paris Hilton to team up with Bhad Bhabie (Danielle Bregoli) on troubled teen program
Paris Hilton and Danielle Bregoli announced a collaboration to create a program aimed at supporting adolescents identified as having behavioral or emotional challenges. The announcement was made through World of Wonder media channels.
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Bhad Bhabie speaks out about abuse at Turn-About Ranch
Danielle "Bhad Bhabie" Bregoli publicly described abuse she endured at Turn-About Ranch, a Christian-based residential program, including physical restraint, forced labor, and medical neglect. She also highlighted sexual misconduct allegations by a former student, Hannah Archuleta, and called for an apology from Dr. Phil for sending teens to the facility. The account underscores systemic failures in oversight and care for vulnerable youth.
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Bhad Bhabie's Allegations of Abuse at Turn-About Ranch
Danielle Bergoli, known as Bhad Bhabie, alleges that she experienced emotional abuse while attending the Turn-About Ranch youth behavioral treatment center. She claims that attempts to report the abuse to the center’s administration were met with skepticism and retaliation. The allegations are part of a broader scrutiny of the facility’s practices.
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Musician Danielle Bregoli Alleges Abuse at Turn-About Ranch
Musician Danielle Bregoli publicly detailed allegations of institutional abuses experienced while enrolled at Turn-About Ranch following an appearance on the Dr. Phil show. Bregoli's disclosures coincided with a lawsuit filed by another former participant alleging sexual assault at the facility and included accounts of physical restraint, arbitrary disciplinary punishments, and severe deprivations of basic necessities.
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Bhad Bhabie discusses alleged abuse at Turn-About Ranch
Danielle Bregoli, known as Bhad Bhabie, released a video alleging that she was subjected to harsh conditions and physical restraint at Turn-About Ranch, a Utah-based troubled‑teen facility. She claims she was transported without notice, handcuffed, and denied basic amenities such as showers and proper bedding. The video also references a separate allegation of sexual assault by a former resident, Hannah Archuleta.
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Dr. Phil responds to rapper Bhad Bhabie’s accusation of abuse at troubled teen camp, talks pitfalls of TV therapy on ‘Banfield’
Dr. Phil addressed allegations made by rapper Danielle "Bhad Bhabie" Bregoli that she experienced abuse while at Turn-About Ranch, a program for troubled teens. In the interview, Dr. Phil stated that the show does not control what occurs after participants leave the set, noting that responsibility lies with the guardians and parents.
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Former Attendees Allege Abuse at Turn-About Ranch
Former attendees of Turn-About Ranch, including individuals referred by television host Dr. Phil McGraw, have come forward with allegations of sexual misconduct, physical abuse, forced labor, and inappropriate restraints at the Utah facility. One former resident filed a lawsuit alleging sexual assault by a staff member and subsequent retaliation, prompting others to share similar accounts of institutional maltreatment.
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Former Program Participant Alleges Abuse and Demands Public Accountability from Television Host
Survivor Danielle Bregoli publicly alleged that she experienced abusive conditions after being sent to Turn-About Ranch following an appearance on a television program. Following a separate lawsuit filed by another former participant alleging sexual assault by a staff member, Bregoli demanded public accountability and an apology from television personality Dr. Phil.
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Rapper Danielle Marie Bregoli Alleges Mistreatment at Utah Residential Program
Rapper Danielle Marie Bregoli publicly stated that she experienced institutional abuses, including sleep deprivation and lack of basic necessities, while enrolled at Turn-About Ranch in Utah following an appearance on a television program. Bregoli's disclosures aligned with separate allegations made by another former attendee concerning sexual misconduct and subsequent retaliation by facility staff.
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Danielle Bregoli Publishes Account of Placement at Turn-About Ranch
In a published video, former program attendee Danielle Bregoli detailed experiences of being involuntarily transported, subjected to sleep deprivation and forced labor, and witnessing physical restraints during her placement at Turn-About Ranch. Bregoli also cited allegations made by another former attendee regarding staff misconduct at the facility.
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Bhad Bhabie alleges abuse at Turn-About Ranch
Danielle Bregoli, known as Bhad Bhabie, alleges that she was subjected to physical restraint and deprivation of basic comforts while attending Turn-About Ranch in Escalante, Utah, a facility that receives teenagers from Dr. Phil. She also reports witnessing other children being restrained and describes a lack of evidence due to restricted phone and camera use. A former resident, Hannah Archuleta, has filed a lawsuit alleging sexual assault by staff at the ranch.
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Media Personality Demands Apology from TV Host Following Placement at Turn-About Ranch
A media personality who was previously a guest on a television program has called for a public apology regarding her referral and subsequent placement at Turn-About Ranch. The individual reported experiencing conditions including sleep deprivation, inadequate nutrition, and physical restraint during her time at the facility, joining other survivors in raising awareness about institutional practices.
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Musician Danielle Bregoli Alleges Mistreatment at Utah Residential Facility
Musician Danielle Bregoli publicly alleged experiences of abuse, sleep deprivation, and coercive control at Turn-About Ranch in Utah after being transported there following an appearance on the television program hosted by Phil McGraw. Bregoli's statements supported a separate lawsuit filed by a former resident alleging negligence and sexual assault by a facility staff member. The facility and McGraw have faced public scrutiny regarding youth residential placement practices.
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Bhad Bhabie calls out Dr. Phil, alleges abuse at treatment camp she was sent to after appearing on the show | Fox News (2021-03-21)
The article reports that Bhad Bhabie, a former guest on Dr. Phil, alleges that she was subjected to abusive conditions at the Turn-About Ranch in Utah, a wilderness therapy program. She claims she was transported against her will, handcuffed, and denied basic privileges, and that staff used physical restraint and manual labor as punishment. The piece also references a lawsuit by Hannah Archuleta alleging sexual assault by a staff member at the same facility.
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Turn-About Ranch Abuse Allegations
The article reports that former guests of the Turn-About Ranch, a troubled teen treatment center, allege sexual assault and punitive labor practices. Hannah Archuleta filed a lawsuit claiming repeated sexual misconduct by staff and punitive measures, while Danielle Bregoli has also spoken out about similar abuse. The allegations focus on the ranch’s treatment methods and the role of Dr. Phil McGraw in recommending the facility.
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Danielle Bregoli Details Allegations of Abuse at Utah Residential Facility
Public figure Danielle Bregoli released a video detailing allegations of physical and mental abuse experienced at Turn-About Ranch in Utah following a television appearance. Her testimony supported allegations raised by another former resident, Hannah Archuleta, who filed a negligence lawsuit against the facility regarding staff misconduct. The accounts describe unauthorized transport practices, physical restraint, and deprivations of basic needs during their residency.
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Rapper Bhad Bhabie Publishes Testimony Detailing Allegations at Turn-About Ranch
Rapper Bhad Bhabie published a video detailing allegations of physical and emotional abuse, forced labor, and substandard living conditions experienced during her placement at Turn-About Ranch in Utah. She also expressed support for another survivor who reported sexual assault at the facility and issued demands for public accountability regarding placements at such programs.
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Bhad Bhabie alleges forced wakefulness at Turn-About Ranch
Bhad Bhabie, an 18‑year‑old rapper, alleges that staff at Turn‑About Ranch forced her to remain awake for three days after her arrival. She claims she was denied basic hygiene and sleep, and that a staff member was later killed by a teen. The article also references a lawsuit alleging sexual assault by a ranch employee.
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Bhad Bhabie Defends Speaking Out Against Dr. Phil for Allegedly Sending Teens to Abusive Facility
Danielle Bregoli, known as Bhad Bhabie, publicly criticized Dr. Phil for sending her and other teens to Turn‑About Ranch, alleging the facility engaged in sexual misconduct, staff misconduct, forced labor, and unsanitary conditions. She highlighted her own experiences of malnutrition, hard labor, and witnessing a death at the ranch, calling for its closure and accountability for staff. The allegations are presented without evidence beyond survivor accounts.
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Bhad Bhabie Calls for Closure of Utah Treatment Facility Amid Abuse Allegations
Bhad Bhabie, a public figure, has called for the closure of a Utah-based treatment facility after alleging abuse and malnutrition during her stay. She claims that staff punished a fellow survivor for reporting assault and that the facility restricted communication with parents and law enforcement. The allegations highlight concerns about oversight and safety practices at the facility.
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Former 'Dr. Phil' Guest Alleges Sexual Assault at Turn-About Ranch
Hannah Archuleta, who appeared on Dr. Phil in 2019, alleges that she was sexually assaulted by a male staff member at Turn-About Ranch, a Christian residential treatment program she was referred to by the show. She reports that after reporting the assault, she experienced forced labor and other punitive measures, and has filed a lawsuit against the facility.
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Public Figure Alleges Neglect and Traumatic Incidents at Turn-About Ranch
Public figure Danielle Bregoli published allegations regarding Turn-About Ranch in Utah, stating she experienced neglect and restricted communication during her placement at the facility. She also referenced a 2016 incident in which a staff member was killed by a resident at the facility.
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Survivor Danielle Bregoli alleges abuse and malnutrition at Utah treatment center
Danielle Bregoli (Bhad Bhabie) publicly alleged that she experienced abuse, malnutrition, and forced labor while enrolled at a Utah treatment center. The article also notes that another survivor, Hannah Archuleta, is pursuing legal action against the same facility for alleged sexual assault by a staff member.
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Lawsuit Alleges Sexual Assault and Staff Abuse at Utah Youth Ranch
A 19-year-old survivor filed a lawsuit against Turn-About Ranch in Utah, alleging she was sexually assaulted by a staff member and subjected to punitive work tasks and verbal abuse after being transported to the facility following an appearance on a television talk show. The plaintiff's attorney noted the legal action follows recent legislative advocacy by other survivors regarding conditions in youth residential facilities.
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Kat Von D Alleges Abuse During Teenage Placement at Utah Boarding School
Tattoo artist Kat Von D published a video detailing alleged traumatic experiences and abusive protocols during a six-month placement at Provo Canyon School in Utah as a teenager. The disclosure followed the release of a documentary featuring similar allegations by Paris Hilton regarding the same facility. Program representatives stated they could not comment on operations prior to a 2000 ownership change.
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Paris Hilton, Drew Barrymore discuss being placed in solitary confinement as teens
Paris Hilton and Drew Barrymore discuss their experiences of being placed in solitary confinement during their teenage years at Provo Canyon School in Utah. Both describe the alleged abuse and its lasting impact, including nightmares and trust issues. The article focuses on their personal accounts rather than institutional investigations.
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Dr. Phil Website References Content Regarding Viral Youth Program Memes
This webpage provides navigation, resource links, and contact information for the Dr. Phil television program and related digital media. The site references online discussions regarding viral memes concerning residential youth programs.
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Media Coverage Follows Minor's Referral to Turn-About Ranch After Television Appearance
Following a previous appearance on the Dr. Phil show, a thirteen-year-old minor known for internet meme culture was featured in promotional materials indicating she was being escorted to Turn-About Ranch, a residential treatment program. The program's mention followed a segment discussing family dynamics and behavioral concerns.
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13-Year-Old Featured on Television Program Following Family Conflicts and Arrests
A 13-year-old girl named Danielle appeared on a television broadcast alongside her mother, Barbara Ann, following multiple arrests and behavioral incidents. The program's host discussed behavioral interventions, including a potential referral to a working ranch for therapeutic treatment.
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Dr. Phil Show Official Website and Resources Page
This webpage is part of the official website for the Dr. Phil television show, which features parenting resources, episode directories, and submission forms for guests. The page provides general navigation and contact information for the program without detailing specific allegations or institutional practices.
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Ron Yengich: For the first time, Utah's Lawyer of the Year is a 'blue-collar' defense attorney
Criminal defense attorney Ronald Yengich was awarded Lawyer of the Year by the Utah State Bar, marking the first time the honor was given to a practitioner specializing in blue-collar defense. Over a 40-year career, Yengich has represented individuals facing serious criminal charges, including capital murder and assault.
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Turn-About Ranch Residential Treatment Center for Troubled Teens Featured on Dr. Phil
The press release reports that Dr. Phil highlighted two teenage girls who were placed at Turn-About Ranch, a therapeutic residential program in Utah, describing their progress after three months. The release also notes Dr. Phil's recommendation for continued care through Aspen Education Group facilities and thanks the ranch staff for their work.
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Turn About Ranch Featured in Channel 4 Documentary Brat Camp
Channel 4's documentary series Brat Camp features seven British teenagers enrolled at Turn About Ranch in Utah. The programme examines the ranch's strict behavioural regime, which uses frontier-style living and rigid rules to attempt to modify adolescent behaviour.
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Review of Brat Camp and Wilderness Therapy Programs in Utah
An article discussing the television series Brat Camp and its depiction of British teenagers sent to a wilderness program in Utah. The program involves physical exertion, isolation, and behavioral modification techniques.
Videos
Staff
Administration
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Chris Christianson
Executive Director (2013)source
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Max Stewart
Former Executive Director (2007)source
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Myron Cottam
Executive Director (2007)source
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Chris Christensen
Executive Director (1997)source
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Matthew C. Bartlett
Co-Owner (2014, r/troubledteens wiki)source
Elsewhere in the industry
- New Haven RTC Therapist--South, 2021
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Melodie Rose
Former Program Directorsource
Elsewhere in the industry
- Aspen Ranch Executive Director
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Myron Carter
Co-Owner (2014, r/troubledteens wiki)source
Notable staff
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Chrissy Lamy
Admissions (2013)source
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Michelle Lindsay
Clinical Director (2013)source
Elsewhere in the industry
- SunHawk Academy Assistant Clinical Director, 2007
- Homeward Bound Transition Specialist, 2010
- Brighton Center’s Homeward Bound Shelter Transition Coach, 2010
- Aspen Achievement Academy Therapist, 2003
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John M. Webster
Co-Owner and Executive Directorsource
Elsewhere in the industry
- Island View RTC Supervisor, 1997
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Shane Young
Program Directorsource
Elsewhere in the industry
- Aspen Pines Development, LLC Owner, before 2025
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ReNae Singletary
Clinical Directorsource
Elsewhere in the industry
- a music therapist and psycho-social rehabilitation counselor for 14 years
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Luke Hatch
Former Executive Director and Clinical Director, Executive Director (2005-2010, r/troubledteens wiki)source
Elsewhere in the industry
- TAR's Program Director
- the Executive Director of TAR from 2007 until 2010
- Copper Hills Youth Center Staff, 2004
- Founder Co-Founder, Executive Director and Clinical Director
- KW Legacy Ranch Executive Director and Clinical Director, Executive Director and Clinical Director, 2010-2025
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Becky Brown
Admissions Director, Director of Admissions (2012-2013)source
Elsewhere in the industry
- Aspen Ranch Admissions, 1995-2016
- Wayne County School District Special Education Department Staff, before 1996
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Alicia Keller
Staff member (2016, r/troubledteens wiki)source
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Dayna Rust
Therapist and Clinical Director (2009, r/troubledteens wiki)source
Elsewhere in the industry
- Youth Care of Utah Program Director, 2011
- New Haven RTC Assistant Clinical Director, 2012
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James Woolsey
Staff member (2016, r/troubledteens wiki)source
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Rob Caldwell
Therapistsource
Elsewhere in the industry
- Mountain Homes Youth Ranch Clinical Director/Owner, 2021
- Ashley Valley Wilderness Co-Owner and Clinical Director
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Teresa Shinedling
Former Unnamed positionsource
Elsewhere in the industry
- The Ridge Maine Executive and Clinical Director
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Wayne Stinson
Former Program Supervisorsource
Elsewhere in the industry
- The Ridge Maine Intake and Intervention Manager
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Yancy Whipple
Former Admissions Director (before 2012, r/troubledteens wiki)source
Elsewhere in the industry
- Founder
- KW Legacy Ranch Director of Business Development, Director of Business Development, 2012-2025
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Dayna Baxtin
Former Staffsource
Elsewhere in the industry
- Pine Ridge Academy Program Director
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Phillip "Dr Phil" McGraw
Referrals
Elsewhere in the industry
- SUWS of the Carolinas referrals
- WinGate Wilderness Therapy referrals
- Evolve Treatment Centers referrals
- Youth Intervention Transport referrals
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Documents
Woodbury Reports Mentions (3)
From the Unsilenced archive
71 documents about Turn-About Ranch that Unsilenced collected and Kids Over Profits does not hold a copy of. They open on Unsilenced's Google Drive. Their whole folder: Turn-About Ranch.
Documents
- 1994_08_12___Officers_arrest_2_of_3_teens_cited_in_assault.pdf
- 1994_08_16___3_youths_may_be_tried_as_adults_in_beatings.pdf
- 1994_08_17___3_teens_plead_guilty_to_beating_counselors.pdf
- 1996_08_14___Cougar_startles_hikers_in_Bryce_Canyon.pdf
- 20-19-2-TAR-Guarantee-1.pdf
- 2000_11_25___Forest_Service_seeks_to_issue_special_use_permits.pdf
- 2005_12_07___Advertisement_for_bids.pdf
- 2005_12_18___Legal_Notices.pdf
- 2007_03_10___Land_dispute_to_be_resolved_in_fair_value_sale.pdf
- 2009_01_11___Wilderness_bill_includes_Brian_Head_Part_1.pdf
- 2009_01_11___Wilderness_bill_includes_Brian_Head_Part_2.pdf
- 2009_01_11___Wilderness_bill_would_give_Utah_235000_acres.pdf
- 2009_01_11___Zion_may_benefit_from_acreage_bill_Part_1.pdf
- 2009_01_11___Zion_may_benefit_from_acreage_bill_Part_2.pdf
- 2011_07_21___Horse_healing_Part_1.pdf
- 2011_07_21___Horse_healing_Part_2.pdf
- 2016_12_07___17_year_old_arrested_in_deadly_attack.pdf
- 2016_12_10___Ariz_teen_charged_with_murder_Part_1.pdf
- 2016_12_10___Ariz_teen_charged_with_murder_Part_2.pdf
- 2017-7-Notice-of-Privacy-Practices-WebsiteEdition.pdf
- 2021_10_24___Dr_Phil_sued_after_sexual_assault_alleged_at_Utah_ranch_he_backed_Part_1.pdf
- 2021_10_24___Dr_Phil_sued_after_sexual_assault_alleged_at_Utah_ranch_he_backed_Part_2.pdf
- 2022-01-28 - HSLIC Incident Report Form 1.pdf
- 2022-02-07 - HSLIC Incident Report Form 1.pdf
- 2022-02-14 - HSLIC Incident Report Form 1.pdf
- 2022-02-22 - HSLIC Incident Report Form 1.pdf
- 2022-02-23 - HSLIC Incident Report Form 1.pdf
- Additional Links for Turn About Ranch.xlsx
- Archuleta vs Turnabout.pdf
- AspenEducationProgramsSale.PDF
- Critical Incident - Sept to December 2021.pdf
- jdgmt.pdf
- Residential_Treatment_Outcomes_Study.pdf
- salliemaeturn-about.pdf
- Turn About Ranch 1.jpg
- Turn About Ranch 2.jpg
- Turn About Ranch 3.jpg
- Turn About Ranch License Violations 2021.pdf
- Turn About Ranch Restraints 2021.pdf
- Turn About Ranch Rule Violation Investigation.pdf
- Turn About Ranch Rule Violations 2021.pdf
- Turn-About Ranch.pdf
- Turnabout Ranch Inspections 2021.pdf
- Turnabout Ranch Investigations Sept to Dec 2021.pdf
- turnaboutranchbarn.contraband.042020.pdf
- turnaboutranchbarn.inspection.070820.pdf
- turnaboutranchbarn.inspection.070918.pdf
- turnaboutranchbarn.inspection.072319.pdf
- turnaboutranchbarn.inspection.111620.2.pdf
- turnaboutranchbarn.inspection.111620.pdf
- turnaboutranchcabin.inspection.070918.pdf
- turnaboutranchcabin.inspection.072219.pdf
- turnaboutranchlodge.inspection.072219.pdf
- turnaboutranchlodge.inspection.072717.pdf
- turnaboutranchwilderness.inspection.16.pdf
- turnaboutranchwilderness.inspection.17.pdf
- turnaboutranchwilderness.inspection.18.pdf
- turnaboutranchwilderness.inspection.19.pdf
- turnaboutranchwilderness.inspection.20.pdf
- Turnaround Ranch-02-17-2015--Former Turnaround Ranch employee to stand trial.pdf
- Turnaround Ranch-12-19-2016--Teen accused of youth rehab murder says he woke up heartless.pdf
- Verney et al vs Turn About Ranch Complaint.pdf
- Woolsey vs Turn About Ranch - Complaint.pdf
- Woolsey vs Turn About Ranch - Exhibit A to Memorandum in Opposition to Defendants Motion for Summary Judgment.pdf
- Woolsey vs Turn About Ranch - Exhibit A to Utah Business Holdings Motion to Dismiss, Declaration of Michelle Lindsay.pdf
- Woolsey vs Turn About Ranch - Exhibit A.pdf
- Woolsey vs Turn About Ranch - Exhibit B to Memorandum in Opposition to Defendants Motion for Summary Judgment.pdf
- Woolsey vs Turn About Ranch - Exhibit B to Utah Business Holdings Motion to Dismiss, Turn About Ranch, Inc. License.pdf
- Woolsey vs Turn About Ranch - Exhibits A thru E and Certificate of EFiling and Emailing of Plaintiffs Memorandum Opposing Defendants Utah Medical Malpractice Act Motion for Summary Judgment.pdf
- Woolsey vs Turn About Ranch - Exhibits A-I.pdf
- Woolsey vs Turn About Ranch - Exhibits C, D, E to Memorandum in Opposition to Defendants Motion for Summary Judgment.pdf
From SCIAD NET
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News coverage
From SCIAD NET.
Survivor posts and discussion
- Turn-About Ranch - Fornits Wiki
- Link to 'Turn About Ranch (A Rough Guide)'
- video to instagram
- u/4everscarred2000 (Reddit)
- u/honigmoon (Reddit)
- u/tarsurvivor63 (Reddit)
- Instagram livestream
- video
- 'Dr. Phil's Involvement with Turnabout Ranch is Uncomfortable | Corporate Casket'
- video
- 'Exposing Dr. Phil's Connection to the Troubled Teen Industry'
- Season 2 of*Brat Camp*
Staff listing or directory
Advertising and marketing listings
- Turn-About Ranch Visit Report
- announced
- Turn-About Ranch Residential Treatment Center for Troubled Teens Featured on Dr. Phil (PRWeb, October 7, 2010)
1 of these from SCIAD NET.
Reference and research
- A.J. (Yelp)
- Wyatt (Yelp)
- A.M. (Yelp)
- 563. Turn-about Ranch
- How many kids have died at Turn-About Ranch?
- Brat Camp UK Season 2 Ep. 4 (2012-06-21)
- Dr. Phil Suggests Parents Of 17-Year-Old Who Drinks And Smokes Send Her To Get Help – See What Ha… (2019-10-21)
- Brat Camp UK Season 2 Ep. 3 (2012-07-10)
- 14-Year-Old Has A Screaming Fit When Parents Tell Her She’s Going To Therapeutic Facility (2017-11-10)
- BHAD BHABIE - Breaking Code Silence - Turn About Ranch abuse Dr. Phil | Danielle Bregoli (2021-03-19)
- Exposing the Turn-About Ranch Cover Up (2021-09-08)
- Exposing Dr. Phil's Connection to the Troubled Teen Industry (2021-03-04)
- Brat Camp UK Season 2 Ep. 1 (2005)
- Exposing Dr. Phil's Teen Ranch | BJ Investigates (2022-12-01)
- teenager außer kontrolle (2010-06-09)
- Brat Camp UK Season 2 Ep. 2 (2012-06-18)
- Brat Camp: What happened next? (UK Series 2) (2012-08-06)
- BHAD BHABIE - Exposing Turn-About Ranch | Danielle Bregoli (2021-02-26)
- Brat Camp UK Season 2 Ep. 5 (2012-07-02)
16 of these from SCIAD NET.
Archived pages
- Anonymous (Just Another Hike)
- turn about ranch in escalante utah (BabyCenter, 2011)
- Turn About Ranch Archived Website (2012)
2 of these from SCIAD NET.
Other links
- Blog post about the 'Free Chandra' Campaign (archived copy)
- Link to Survivor Testimony (archived copy)
- Bhad Bhabie Says a Murder Happened and She Was Abused at the Ranch She Was Sent to After ‘Dr. Phil’
- BHAD BHABIE SPEAKS OUT AGAINST TURN-ABOUT RANCH
- Bhad Bhabie Calls For Shut Down Of Utah Facility For Troubled Youth, Alleges She Was “Abused” & “Malnourished” After Dr. Phil Sent Her There
- Bhad Bhabie responds to trolls criticising her for sharing abuse allegations
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- Turn About Ranch: When Justice Changed All (archived copy)
- an episode (archived copy)
- an episode (archived copy)
- Turn-About Ranch Website Homepage (archived copy)
- EAGALA Primary site (archived copy)
- 90 Sheriffs and Two Sheriffs Associations Have Pledged to Ignore "Obama Gun Control" (Reason.com, 2013-01-23T19:53:00+00:00) (archived copy)
- Garfield County Sheriff's Office (Utah Sheriffs' Association) (archived copy)
- Turn About Ranch featured on Brat Camp TV Show (Brat Camps) (archived copy)
- Good4Utah Extra: Turn-About Ranch (2015-09-02T22:03:34+0000) (archived copy)
- Out-of-control teen framed own mum for drugs and threatens her with knives (mirror, 2016-09-14T20:15:56Z) (archived copy)
- More details revealed in murder (The Richfield Reaper) (archived copy)
- Snowflake teen charged with murder in Utah (White Mountain Independent) (archived copy)
- Jimmy Woolsey, (435) 826-4319, Escalante, UT (archived copy)
9 of these from SCIAD NET.