At the Center for Behavioral Medicine, Youth Services has provided treatment for children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral problems for more than 15 years. The highly-qualified staff provides effective care to children and adolescents facing challenges with anxiety disorders, phobias and school avoidance, depression, eating disorders, physical and sexual abuse, attention deficit with hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and family, conduct, school and social conflict.

We have learned through experience that the therapeutic needs of children are very different from those of adolescents. With this in mind, we offer two distinct, specialized programs—Child Mental Health (ages 4-12 years) and Adolescent Mental Health (age 13-18 years).

Many time, alcohol and drug issues are associated with emotional and behavioral problems. Youth Services also offers Adolescent Recovery Services, a program for drug and alcohol-related problems.

At Youth Services, we know that no two children and no two families are alike. Identifying the individualized needs of each patient is our first priority. Care begins with a complete evaluation including psychiatric, medical, psychological, educational, family, recreational and social assessment.

Our multidisciplinary treatment of mental health professionals include board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychologists, pediatric physicians, individual and family counselors, psychiatric nurses, certified teachers, recreational therapists and mental health associates. Our highly-trained educators work closely with the home schools to address academic problems and to ensure a smooth transition back to school.

Adolescence is a confusing time, not only for teenagers, but for those who love them. At Adolescent Mental Health, teens, ages 13-18 receive help in sorting through the conflicts contributing to problems at home and school. The daily inpatient routine is highly structured with age appropriate therapeutic activities.

In both mental health programs, the students are involved in individual, group and family counseling, as well as recreational and educational therapy. The program also includes participation in our ChAMPS course. This 21-element ropes and initiatives course helps build self-esteem, self-confidence, cooperation, trust, communication and problem-solving skills.

The hardest step in helping a troubled child or adolescent can be simply understanding ‘what’s going on?’ The professionals at Youth Services can help families sort through the issues they are facing. Requesting a free assessment is easy. Call 330-884-3184 during regular business hours.

Anyone can request an assessment or make a referral to Youth Services.