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Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare

Mental Health
Hospital
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(275)
Insurance

Southwood Children’s Behavioral Healthcare provides specialized and age-appropriate care for children and teens facing emotional, behavioral, developmental, and cognitive challenges. They offer acute inpatient care for children ages 4-18, residential programs for boys ages 6-21 with behavioral, developmental needs, and sexually maladaptive behaviors, and family-based mental health services for clients ages 3-18. Their personalized approach and strong family support programs create a safe, therapeutic environment focused on long-term healing and success.

Heal in a Supportive, Youth-Focused Environment

Southwood’s compassionate care team specializes in child development and behavioral health for children and teens. Their inpatient programs follow a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Group therapy plays a central role, helping kids connect with peers who share similar experiences. To encourage healing and growth, experiential therapies like yoga, music, and art are integrated, allowing young clients to enjoy their youth in a supportive and fun environment.

Foster Well-Being in a Safe, Welcoming Setting

This facility is specifically designed for children and teens, offering a vibrant, welcoming environment for healing. Clients benefit from shared accommodations that provide comfort and a sense of community. Thoughtfully designed spaces across the campus allow kids to engage in recreational activities and play during free time, supporting both emotional and social growth. Every aspect of the center fosters a safe, supportive atmosphere to help young clients feel connected.

Build Confidence for Life After Treatment

Southwood understands that a client’s time at the facility is just one step in their healing journey. To ensure lasting success, the care team develops personalized treatment plans that prepare each client for life after discharge. Clients and families also gain access to peer support groups and community resources. This ongoing support helps ease the transition and strengthens each client’s foundation for long-term healing.

Highlights from the Center

  • Holistic Approach

  • Adolescents

  • All Services On-Site

AT A GLANCE

Center Overview

Location
2575 Boyce Plz Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15241 View Map
Part of
Primary Focus
This center treats mental health conditions and co-occurring substance u...
Accreditation
Joint Commission
Founded in 1984
42 years in business
Occupancy
31-50 beds
Conditions We Treat
ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression +6 More
Substance Use We Treat
Co-Occurring Disorders
How to pay

Insurance Accepted

Accepts BlueCross BlueShield
Accepts United Healthcare
Accepts Aetna
Accepts Cigna
Accepts Tricare
Provider's Policy: Please call our admissions team for more information on insurance coverage. A knowledgeable member of our team can answer any financial questions you might have, and they can also reach out directly to your insurance carrier to verify and maximize your benefits. This service is free and puts you under no obligation to choose our programming.
(833) 693-3114
Empower Growth Through Family-Centered Care
Empower Growth Through Family-Centered Care
Southwood’s Family Based Mental Health Services (FBMHS) bring home-based support to children and teens at risk of hospitalization. With 24/7 access to skilled clinicians, families receive crisis stabilization, therapy, and case management. By focusing on the entire family, these services nurture healing, strengthen bonds, and help young clients build a strong foundation for wellness.
Encourage Positive Change with Trauma-Informed Care
Encourage Positive Change with Trauma-Informed Care
Southwood’s residential CHOICES program specializes in helping young boys with serious mental health concerns and sexually maladaptive behaviors. In a structured environment, clients receive individualized, trauma-informed care that meets their unique needs. Through therapeutic interventions and family involvement, the program fosters healing, accountability, and healthier relationships.
Support Growth for Children with Developmental Challenges
Support Growth for Children with Developmental Challenges
Southwood offers specialized care for children and teens ages 6–21 with developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorder. With a compassionate, individualized approach rooted in family involvement and evidence-based practices, the program helps each child grow in a safe, supportive environment. Strong family partnerships and community connections ensure lasting progress beyond residential care.
Encourage Lasting Progress for Co-Occurring Disorders
Encourage Lasting Progress for Co-Occurring Disorders
As the only behavioral health hospital in the region dedicated solely to treating young people, Southwood offers trauma-focused, compassionate care. Their expert team helps kids heal from challenges like abuse, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), suicidal ideation, and grief, promoting lasting growth and resilience.

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Joint Commission Accredited

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Treatment

Your Care Options

Specializations

Intensive Inpatient
Adolescents
Family Program
Children
ADHD
Bipolar
Co-Occurring Disorders
Depression

Who We Treat

Adolescents
Children
Girls
Boys

Treatment Services

Intensive Family Program
Intensive Inpatient
Residential

Approaches

Evidence-Based
Family Involvement
Gender-Specific
Individual Treatment
Trauma Informed

Therapies

1-on-1 Counseling
Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Music Therapy
Play Therapy
Psychoeducation

Languages

English

Conditions We Treat

ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar
Depression
Grief and Loss
Neurodiversity
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Personality Disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Substances We Treat

Co-Occurring Disorders

Aftercare

Family Follow-up Counseling
Experience

Care Designed for Your Needs

Personal Amenities

Shared Bathroom
Shared Rooms

Amenities

Access to Nature
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Outdoor Lounge
Outdoor Space
Recreation Room

Special Considerations

Family Program

Activities

Yoga
Games
Physical Fitness
Frequently Asked Questions

Further Research

The following therapies are included: group therapy, 1-on-1 counseling and more.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.
Please call our admissions team for more information on insurance coverage. A knowledgeable member of our team can answer any financial questions you might have, and they can also reach out directly to your insurance carrier to verify and maximize your benefits. This service is free and puts you under no obligation to choose our programming.
Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare provides intensive inpatient, intensive family program and more.