Adolescent Psychiatric Services

Mental Health Treatment for Teens: Why Choose Us?

Being a teen isn’t easy. Your child may feel like they don’t fit in or that no one understands them. They may be dealing with test-taking anxiety or bullying. No matter what your child is facing, we can help.

The adolescent psychiatric programs at BHC Alhambra Hospital help teens 13 to 17 manage mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, ADHD and trauma. We offer inpatient and outpatient programs and tailor treatment to your child’s needs.

We have been serving the L.A. area for over 100 years. Staff members are trained to take a trauma-informed approach, which helps us provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental environment for your child.

At BHC Alhambra Hospital, you’ll find:

• Skilled care providers: Your child’s providers include therapists, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, medical doctor and clinical case manager. They work together to create a comprehensive care plan for your child.
• Individualized treatment: Every child is different. We assess your child and customize treatment to their needs.
• Structured environment: Your child attends individual and group therapy sessions, process groups and psychoeducational groups. A structured schedule helps them focus on healing.
• Family involvement: Family therapy enables you to participate in your child’s recovery. We also offer visiting hours every evening for children in the inpatient program.
• Transition of care: We help you create an after-care plan for your child so they can transition back to their life.
• Virtual programming: Our adolescent outpatient programs are available in person or virtually. Your child can attend via teleconference so they feel part of the group.

Our Adolescent Psychiatric Programs

We offer inpatient and outpatient treatment for teens. Our programs include:

Inpatient program

Our inpatient treatment for teens provides acute care for adolescents experiencing a mental health crisis. They may be dealing with severe depression, anxiety, PTSD or psychotic disorders.

We provide around-the-clock care and a structured environment to help them heal. Your child attends individual and group therapy and gains the tools they need to recover. Learn more about our adolescent inpatient program.

Partial hospitalization program (PHP)

This program offers structured support without a hospital stay. Your child may step down to PHP after inpatient care or go directly to PHP if they don’t need a hospital stay.

The program meets Monday through Friday from 5 – 9 p.m. Your child can attend in person or virtually. Learn more about our adolescent partial hospitalization program.

Intensive outpatient program (IOP)

Your child may step down to IOP after completing PHP. Or they may go directly to IOP after being referred by their provider. Our IOP for teens provides structured support a few days a week. You and your child choose the days that work best for them.

The program meets from 6 – 9 p.m. and is available in person or virtually. Learn more about our adolescent intensive outpatient program.

Mental and Behavioral Health Disorders We Treat

Our mental health providers are specially trained to treat teens dealing with issues, such as:

• Anxiety
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Depression
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Trauma

Our Mental Health Treatments for Teens

We use several types of treatments to help your child recover. These may include:

• Group therapy: Discussing their thoughts and emotions with peers helps your child learn that they’re not alone.
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): Also known as talk therapy or psychotherapy, this type of therapy helps your child identify and change negative thought patterns. It also teaches them how to respond to and overcome challenges.
• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT): Your teen learns how to accept the reality of their life, manage their emotions and change behaviors that aren’t serving them.
• Family therapy: You and your child meet with a therapist to learn how to improve your communication and handle conflict in healthy ways.
• Activity-based therapy: Your teen participates in various recreational activities, such as games and art projects, to help them learn social skills and healthy expression.