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Youth Psychiatric Services
What to do if you suspect a youth has a problem
Children and adolescents in today’s world have to deal with problems that we didn’t even recognize a generation ago — and it is more difficult than ever to tell what is normal and acceptable from what is a problem.
Parents often have questions about behaviors they see in their youth. We encourage you to talk to your child's doctor or therapist. You also can call the BryanLGH Counseling Center at (402) 481-5991.
Our staff of mental health professionals has expertise in treating youths dealing with many issues, including:
- Anger management
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- Behavior and school problems
- Depression
- Self injurious behavior
- Difficulty adjusting to change
- Mood swings
- Relationship difficulties
Warning signs
It can be difficult to determine if a youth’s behavior is just a phase or an indication of more serious difficulty. The following checklist of warning signs can help you determine if a youth is experiencing problems that require a professional evaluation:
- Changing groups of friends
- Uninterested in favorite activities
- Irritable or short-tempered
- Increased frequency of arguments or disobedience
- Eating or sleeping problems
- Poor school performance
- Suspected alcohol or drug use
- Talk about death or suicide
- Suicidal thoughts or gestures
- Multiple physical complaints
- Continuing physical problems
- Increased periods of depression or agitation
- Running away from home
- Fire starting
- Hyperactivity
If you have questions about behaviors, call the BryanLGH Counseling Center at 402-481-5991. For crisis assistance take the youth to the emergency department at BryanLGH West Mental health emergency department, 2300 S. 16th St., or call 911.
Treatment options
Our philosophy is to provide the least restrictive treatment environment for each youth.
Outpatient treatment
Outpatient services take place in the comfortable, confidential environment of the BryanLGH Counseling Center. BryanLGH outpatient services include:
- Assessment
- Individual and family counseling
- Psychological evaluations
- Group therapy
- Biofeedback
- Transitional services from mental health inpatient and partial hospitalization to outpatient counseling
Partial and inpatient hospitalization
Partial and impatient treatment services require a physician order for admission. Treatment team members include a psychiatrist, therapists, nurses, mental health technicians, recreation therapists, dietitians, teachers, chaplain and other community treatment professionals as necessary. A staff teacher coordinates activities with you to help maintain your child's studies during partial hospitalization or inpatient treatment.Partial hospitalization
Treatment goals at this level of care are to help youth gain skills to manage their symptoms, to monitor any medication adjustments and to prepare for dismissal and follow-up care. Length of stay is approximately three to five days and is adjusted based on treatment progress.
In PHS, youth attend treatment during the day and return home in the evening. The treatment program is based on each childe's needs. Some attend an all-day program, while others attend their regular schol for part of the day and PHS program the other part of the day. While in PHS, you have individual sessions with treatment team members and attend group sessions with other PHS patients and inpatients. One or more family meetings will be held with your child's therapist to discuss and coordinate care.
Inpatient Treatment
Treatment goals focus on providing a safe and structured environment where your child learns how to manage symptoms. Length of stay is approximately three to five days and is adjusted based on treatment progress.
Inpatient treatment includes a daily schedule with specific activities based on each youth's needs. Treatment includes group sessions, individual sessions with treatment team members and individual assignments. One or more family meetings will be held with your child's therapist to discuss and coordinate care.
Inpatient services are provided on separate units for children and adolescents. Each area is a safe, comfortable environment for youths.
- The child psychiatric services unit is for children ages 3-12
- The adolescent psychiatric services unit is for youth ages 13-18
Treatment approach
While no two treatment plans are exactly alike, some common components in partial hospitalization and inpatient treatment are:
- Individual psychotherapy with a psychiatrist or other trained mental health professional
- Structured group therapy
- Family intervention and supportive counseling
- Psychological and, if indicated, neuropsychological testing
- Drug and alcohol screening/assessment
- Social skills development
- Academic assistance
- Recreation therapy
- Stress management
- Medication
Our staff provides a therapeutic environment of helping, healing and caring. We encourage youths to take responsibility for their actions. We provide supervision and treatment focusing on each youth’s individuality.
Family involvement and support
We know you are concerned about how you can help your child regain health and make better choices. Family involvement is essential to your child's treatmen and recovery. We offer families many ways to support and nurture change, including family counseling meetings. Each person is a part of the family, and when one family member had difficulty, the whole family is affected. All families have strengths and challenges. Our treatment team helps your family grow by identifying strengths and finding ways to manage difficulties.
Continuing education and support
BryanLGH mental health services offers a variety of parenting education, support groups and psychotherapy groups. For details, please call the Counseling Center at 402-481-5991.
Insurance
Our services are covered by most major health insurance plans. If you have questions or would like help determining your insurance coverage, call us. We will be happy to assist you.
Call today
We can talk with you about your child’s situation and, if appropriate, provide an assessment to help determine what services can best meet his or her needs.
BryanLGH Counseling Center 402-481-5991
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
Location: South of Bryan LGH West, 2300 S 16th St. map
Crisis assistance
For crisis assistance take your youth to the BryanLGH West mental health emergency department, 2300 S. 16th St., or call 911.
BryanLGH mental health services are provided at BryanLGH West, 2300 S. 16th St.
