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North Slope Borough Health Department/CYS

North Slope Borough Health Department/CYS

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North Slope Borough Health Department/CYS

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The North Slope Borough's Behavioral Health Division offers care for individuals and families experiencing mental health challenges, with a focus on youth under 18. The Children & Youth Services (CYS) program operates a 14-bed emergency shelter. Mental health professionals are on site and available to young people and their families 24 hours a day, ensuring immediate support is always accessible to those in need.

Experience Structured Guidance in a Secure Facility

Care is centered on providing quality behavioral health services in a supportive, state-licensed facility. This setting gives young people a safe place to receive emergency shelter and professional care. Trained mental health staff work directly with youth and their families to address their immediate needs, offering guidance and assistance within a structured and safe environment.

Join a Community Dedicated to Wellness

The department also works to improve the health of the entire community. It partners with tribes, cities, schools, and businesses to support a strong local culture. This collaborative effort encourages all residents and families to choose healthy lifestyles, helping to sustain a vibrant and economically stable community across the North Slope.

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
2000 Ahkovak Street, Barrow, Alaska 99723 View Map
Primary Focus
This center treats mental health conditions and co-occurring substance u...
Typical Program Length
Various
Conditions We Treat
Trauma
Substance Use We Treat
Co-Occurring Disorders
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(907) 852-0263

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Insurance Accepted

Provider's Policy: Our admissions team will work with you to explore the right payment options based on your needs, ensuring you get the best possible treatment.
(907) 852-0263
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Pricing and Program Length

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Care Options

Levels of Care

Mental health care includes a range of services such as counseling, therapy, medication management, and support groups, all designed to address issues from everyday stress and anxiety to more severe conditions like depression and schizophrenia. These practices are essential for helping individuals manage their emotions, improve their relationships, and navigate life's challenges in healthier, more adaptive ways.
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Residential
Intensive monitoring and care for conditions like depression, trauma, suicidality, and anxiety. Residential mental health facilities offer a safe setting with activities and structure, plus opportunities to practice life skills and bond with peers.
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Outpatient
Not Offered at This Center
Outpatient treatment offers flexible therapeutic and medical care without the need to stay overnight in a hospital or inpatient facility. Outpatient care typically offers a range of therapies and medical interventions individuals can attend alongside daily life.
Not included
Virtual & In-Home Care
Not Offered at This Center
The delivery of therapeutic services utilizing technology such as video conferencing, online messaging or phone calls, allowing for flexibility, comfort and increased access to care.
Included
Licensed Primary Mental Health
Licensed primary mental health facilities provide specialized care for diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. By offering early intervention and comprehensive services, they promote overall well-being and prevent long-term complications.
Included
Co-Occurring Substance Use
Substance use disorders often occur alongside primary mental health conditions. Programs for co-occurring substance use disorders focus on both conditions, tailoring treatment for comprehensive recovery.
Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Adolescents
Children
Drug Addiction

Who We Treat

Adolescents
Children
Young Adults

Approaches

Individual Treatment

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Group Therapy
Life Skills

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

Trauma

Substances We Treat

Co-Occurring Disorders
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Air-Conditioned Rooms

Amenities

Access to Nature

Off-Site Amenities

Access to Nature

Smoking and Vaping Policy

Smoking Allowed in Designated Areas
Vaping Not Allowed

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The following therapies are included: group therapy, 1-on-1 counseling and more.
Barrow, Alaska, United States.
Our admissions team will work with you to explore the right payment options based on your needs, ensuring you get the best possible treatment.
The typical length is Various.
North Slope Borough Health Department/CYS provides licensed primary mental health, residential and more.

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