Methodist Behavioral Hospital

Methodist Behavioral Hospital in Maumelle provides intensive inpatient care for children and adolescents ages 3 to 17 facing acute and subacute psychiatric, behavioral, and emotional crises. Their distinctive teaching-family model, developed over 40 years, creates a family-like environment with small groups and teaching-parents who provide consistent guidance. This approach is especially effective for at-risk youth, including those in foster care or juvenile justice, and is unique in Arkansas.

Short-Term Crisis Stabilization and Therapy

The hospital offers compassionate, multidisciplinary care from psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, and behavioral instructors. The acute program focuses on short-term crisis stabilization for youth at immediate risk, providing 24-hour nursing, frequent psychiatric evaluations, and intensive individual, family, and group therapy. Pet and recreational therapies support emotional healing and skill-building. The subacute program provides longer-term, individualized care for children ages 4 to 11 with ongoing psychiatric and behavioral needs.

Inspiring Youth to Achieve Independence and Thrive

Residents receive care in a structured inpatient setting with constant supervision and therapeutic support. Aftercare includes counseling, therapeutic day treatment, and school-based services. These programs help children transition smoothly back to their communities while continuing their recovery and growth.