Adolescent Treatment Center
Patients are safely cared for by a highly trained therapeutic team of
psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, recreation therapists and therapy
aides. All members of the therapeutic team are experienced staff
specifically trained to work with children and adolescents.
The focus of the Adolescent Treatment Center is to provide short-term
intensive treatment for teens in crisis, including severe episodes of
Depression and Anxiety, Bi-polar Disorder, Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), eating disorders, severe behavioral
disorders and other issues.
A multi-disciplinary team, including certified teachers, works
closely with the child's community which includes his or her family,
private therapists, schools, community-based agencies, residential
treatment facilities, and others closely involved in meeting the
long-term needs of the child. An ongoing New York State Certified School
Program is conducted on-site.
Ellis Hospital's Adolescent Treatment Center serves children from a
wide geographic area that extends from Poughkeepsie to Canada, and from
the Vermont border to the Syracuse area.
Outpatient Services
This outpatient mental health program serves patients ages 4-18 with the
goal of providing patients and their families with comprehensive,
effective mental health services in a nurturing, safe and supportive
environment. Among the services provided:
- Initial psychiatric assessments with diagnosis
- Medication management
- Psychotherapy/Counseling services
- Crisis services (for existing patients)
- Consultation/collateral services for schools and other
professional agencies
- Treatment Planning
- Community education
For more information on outpatient programs, please call
518.243.1300