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Acute Inpatient Hospitalization

Acute Inpatient Hospitalization

Inpatient Treatment for Adolescents

We provide inpatient hospitalization for adolescents, ages 12 to 18, who are in a mental health crisis. Following an initial assessment and crisis stabilization, our staff, led by an adolescent psychiatrist develops individualized treatment programs for each patient. The treatment programs consist of intensive therapeutic interventions that help assist the young person in developing tools they need to cope in the world.

The multidisciplinary team consists of:

  • Child and adolescent psychiatrists
  • Psychologists
  • Master’s-level licensed counselors
  • Registered nurses
  • Certified teachers
  • Activity therapists
  • Mental health technicians
  • Discharge planners

Our goals during your child or adolescent’s stay include:

  • Diagnose and treat underlying issues.
  • Provide intensive, therapeutic groups and interventions.
  • Develop a comprehensive discharge plan.

The acute inpatient program at the Kempsville Center consists of therapeutic techniques, including:

  • Therapeutic groups and activities
  • Individual, group and family therapy
  • Medication management
  • Discharge planning
  • Communication and collaboration with community providers
  • Life safety skills education
  • Individualized treatment plan developed by a multidisciplinary team

Education

During your adolescent’s acute inpatient stay, he or she will have the option to work on current school assignments under the guidance of a Special Education certified teacher. This is not a school program; however, if your adolescent does not have school work available or does not choose to complete school work during hospitalization, he or she will be provided with alternative activities to keep them engaged and active.

We believe that every adolescent and family holds the foundations to be successful, and our team of mental health professionals is dedicated to helping you identify those strengths.
We accept most insurances, including TRICARE®.

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We’re Here to Help. Contact Us Today.

If your child or teen is facing difficulties with mental health, Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health may be able to help. Call 757-461-4565 or Contact Us online today for a no-cost, confidential assessment. No referral or emergency room visit is needed.