CenterPointe Hospital of Columbia, Missouri, recently expanded its adolescent mental health services with the opening of a new unit featuring 30 additional beds. The expansion aims to address the growing need for specialized psychiatric care for young people facing emotional and behavioral challenges.
Addressing a Critical Need for Adolescent Mental Healthcare
The new adolescent unit at CenterPointe Hospital of Columbia is designed to provide focused care for children and adolescents struggling with serious emotional concerns. The hospital currently serves patients aged 10-17, divided into units for younger children (10-12) and teenagers (13-17). This age separation allows for tailored treatment approaches based on developmental stage and specific needs.
The expansion comes at a time of increasing awareness and concern regarding adolescent mental health. Rates of anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation have been rising among young people, highlighting the urgent need for accessible and effective treatment options. According to the hospital, the new unit reflects a commitment to improving access, safety, and continuity of care for adolescents in need.
Comprehensive Inpatient Program: Stepping Stones
The inpatient program, known as “Stepping Stones,” offers a comprehensive assessment and individualized treatment plans. Upon admission, each young patient receives a thorough evaluation to understand their unique challenges and develop a care strategy. The program typically lasts seven to ten days, though the length of stay is determined by the clinical team based on individual progress, and needs.
Stepping Stones addresses a range of emotional and behavioral concerns, including major depression, anxiety, hallucinations, anger management issues, trauma, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, erratic mood swings, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and even homicidal ideation. The program utilizes evidence-based therapies to support healing and promote healthier coping mechanisms.
Evidence-Based Therapies and Services
CenterPointe Hospital of Columbia emphasizes the use of evidence-based therapies within its adolescent inpatient program. While specific therapeutic modalities aren’t detailed in available information, the focus is on providing individualized care tailored to each patient’s needs. The hospital offers a full continuum of care, including residential, inpatient, and intensive outpatient programming.
The hospital’s approach recognizes that underlying traumas and individual triggers often contribute to mental health struggles. By addressing these factors, the program aims to help adolescents develop resilience and build a foundation for long-term well-being.
CenterPointe Hospital: A Regional Resource
CenterPointe Hospital of Columbia is a psychiatric hospital providing care for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. The hospital is a state-of-the-art facility offering a wide range of mental health and addiction programming. The recent expansion of the adolescent unit demonstrates the hospital’s dedication to serving the behavioral health needs of the community and surrounding regions.
A recent open house tour of the new adolescent unit drew attendees from Springfield, Kansas City, and St. Louis, indicating the hospital’s regional reach and the collaborative relationships it maintains with referral sources. The event highlighted a shared commitment among healthcare professionals to improve adolescent mental healthcare access.
Beyond Columbia: CenterPointe Hospital St. Charles
CenterPointe Hospital also operates a 150-bed psychiatric hospital in St. Charles, Missouri, less than 30 miles from St. Louis. This facility serves adolescents, adults, and senior adults, providing treatment for mental health disorders, addiction, and dual diagnoses. The St. Charles location offers both inpatient and outpatient treatment options.
Both CenterPointe Hospital locations emphasize clinically excellent treatment and a broad scope of programs for individuals struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues. Services include crisis intervention, assessment, treatment, education, and referral.
One former patient shared their experience, stating, CenterPointe Hospital taught me I was not defined by my addiction and I could beat this disease. Now I’m living a drug-free and happy life – the life I deserve.
This testimonial underscores the potential for positive outcomes through comprehensive and individualized care.
CenterPointe Hospital provides a range of behavioral health and addiction services, including detoxification and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). The hospital encourages individuals seeking help to utilize their free online assessment and insurance verification services.
