Outpatient services are provided for children and adolescents ages 3-18 showing serious emotional and behavioral problems resulting from overall family stress, divorce matters, abuse and neglect experiences, substance abuse issues, and developmental challenges.

Services

• Individual/Family/Group counseling
• Adventure-based counseling
• Psychiatric evaluation & services
• In-home interventions
• Juvenile court and school evaluations
• Testing
• Parenting
• Child case management
• Crisis intervention
• Consultations
• Hospital referrals
• Behavioral aide services

Preschool day treatment services meet five (5) days weekly from 8:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M. 

The Pre-CDT is an intensive treatment program for children ages 2.5 to 6 years who are diagnosed with a serious emotional disturbance (SED). Many treatment services include: 

• Individual, group, and family therapy
• Basic living and personal care skills development
• Coping skills exclusive to the presenting problem
• Education services for clients attending Pre-CDT instead of a local school 
• Occupational therapy
• Recreational activities
• Therapeutic field trips

The Child/Adolescent Day Treatment is an intensive treatment program designed for children aged 5 to 14 years diagnosed with severe emotional or behavioral disorders. The program offers a structured and supportive environment tailored to meet the diverse needs of children within the five-county catchment area.  Many treatment services include:

• Individual, group, and family therapy
• Basic living and personal care skills development
• Coping skills exclusive to the presenting problem
• Education services for clients attending Pre-CDT instead of a local school
• Occupational therapy
• Recreational activities
• Therapeutic field trips

Clients also have the option to attend the CDT Afterschool program, which takes place after regular school hours, as well as the Summer CDT program held during mid-day hours throughout the summer months. These programs provide additional support and structured activities beyond the regular treatment hours.

Child and adolescent day treatment services are available after school during the school year and during mid-day hours in the summer.

Please note: Day Treatment Services are not daycare; they are intensive treatment services provided to children and adolescents who do not benefit from standard settings and learning plans.

Northwest’s juvenile court liaison services ensure that juveniles receive appropriate mental health support while navigating the legal system. Many services include:

• Information linkage: Facilitating the exchange of essential information between the Juvenile Court and mental health professionals to ensure both parties have the necessary data to make informed decisions regarding the child’s case.
• Court assessments: Conducting comprehensive assessments to evaluate the needs and circumstances of juveniles involved in the court system. These assessments help in determining the child’s mental health status and identify any specific issues that need to be addressed.
• Mental health consultations/education: Provide expert consultations and educational resources to both court officials and families on mental health issues to enhance understanding of the psychological aspects of cases and support more informed judicial decisions.
• Short-term therapeutic services: Immediate therapeutic interventions to address urgent mental health needs. This might include counseling, crisis intervention, or other short-term support to stabilize the child’s situation.
• Referrals: Connecting juveniles and their families with appropriate mental health services and community resources to ensure ongoing support and treatment beyond the immediate needs addressed by the liaison.