Center of Excellence - Psych Evaluations

Center of Excellence – Psychological Evaluations:  (615) 322-8701 or toll free 866-263-8263

·         for children in state custody due to abuse, neglect, or delinquency

·         significantly more likely to have mental health needs

·         Vanderbilt Psychiatry – Green Hills

·         3841 Green Hills Village Drive, Room 3000-C, Nashville, TN 37215

·         Services:

·         clinical consultation (case review)

·         psych testing

·         psychiatric evaluation

·         psychiatric medication management

Hermitage Hall

Hermitage Hall:  (615) 742-3000

·         Location: 1220 8^th Avenue South, Nashville, TN, 37203

·         residential treatment center specializing in serving children with histories of trauma, neglect, physical and sexual abuse, and trauma induced experiences

·         treatment designed around youth’s age, developmental needs, cognitive level, past traumatic experiences, and method of learning

·         Services:

·         trauma informed milie; 24-hr staff supervision & support; comprehensive assessment; individual, group, and family therapy; crisis intervention; 24-hr nursing services; recreation therapy; psychiatric services; psychological testing & consultation; multi-disciplinary treatment planning; discharge and aftercare planning; on-site educational programming; 24-hr electronic surveillance

·         Admission criteria:

·         Adolescent females:

·         ages 10-17 upon admission

·         FSIQ of 65 or greater

·         history of traumatic experiences which may include:

·         sexual abuse, incest, physical abuse, severe neglect, emotional abuse, exposure and witnessing of violence, multiple abandonments, and unexpected traumatic losses

·         may struggle with self-injurious behaviors, mild eating disorders, dissociative problems, acute stress disorder, PTSD, hypersexuality, or other reactive difficulties

·         Adolescent males:

·         ages 9-17 upon admission

·         verbal IQ greater than 54

·         adjudicated and/or non-adjudicated sexually abusive behavior

·         no indication of an active psychosis/suicidal/homicidal ideation upon admission

·         DSM-IV diagnoses are medically and cognitively stable

·         individual is medication compliant

·         presents no immediate danger to self or others Holston Home for Children:Family Service Center Locations:

·         Continuum of Care:

·         managed care + family systems under lens of Christian principles

·         Services:

·         group care

·         adoption

·         foster care

·         family support

·         early childhood (day care & ministry program)

·         special education (ages 5-18, need for highly individualized care; meant for children with educational handicap or behavioral problems;  5:1 student-teacher ratio; additional clinical support)

·         adventure programs (group trips)

Vanderbilt Psychiatric Outpatient Clinics

Vanderbilt Department of Psychiatry Outpatient Clinics: (615) 322-2028

·         The Vanderbilt Adult Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic and the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic provide outpatient treatment for psychosomatic difficulties, alcohol and substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder and other anxiety disorders, affective disorders, psychotic disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, and more.

·         serves all ages; eligibility may vary based on program

·         interpreter services available on request

Mental Health Cooperative

Mental Health Cooperative:  1 (866) 816-0433

·         Child & Teen Services:

·         Child & Family case manager: school consultation/school-based case management, transportation assistance, juvenile court assistance, eligibility benefits and financial supports, behavior management assistance, alcohol and drug treatment as needed

·         Child & Youth Continuous Treatment Team: intensive case management (more face-to-face visits per month) applicable if

·         sudden increase of symptoms

·         multiple incidents of physical aggression

·         child has psychiatric admissions/multiple crises

·         child is at risk for out-of-home placement

·         Child & Family Therapist

·         individual & family counseling

·         Child Psychiatrist/Family Advanced Practice Nurse

·         Assessments and referrals

·         Crisis Care: (if emergency, call 615-726-0125)

·         24-hr Crisis Team/24-hr Crisis Walk-In Center

·         Urgent Care Psychiatric Team

·         Psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and follow-up

·         Crisis Resolution Center (staffed by RN or LPN)

·         Treatment monitoring for up to 12 hours for individuals who may otherwise go to the hospital

·         Safe, supportive environment

·         Intensive Intervention Team

·         Crisis resolution and treatment monitoring for up to 72 hours

·         See psychiatrist within 24 hours and daily while in treatment

·         Focus on medication monitoring and management, group therapies, and prevention plans

·         Transitional Services: more info/referral (615) 743-1555

·         Youth transitioning into young adulthood

·         ages 16-21 years

·         Future educational goals, living skills, financial/legal/housing needs, recovery model, psychiatric medication management, physical health, counseling/therapy

·         Diversion Services

·         Early intervention to reduce hospital admissions and take burden off of psychiatric hospitals, emergency rooms, and jails

·         Treatment and monitoring: 12-72 hours

·         Crisis Stabilization Unit

·         15-bed secure facility in East Nashville

·         Voluntary stay up to 72 hrs

·         Assessment, medication, counseling, group therapy

·         Transportation available

·         Intensive Intervention Center

·         8-bed secure facility for men and women with 24/7 staff assistance

·         Crisis resolution and treatment monitoring for up to 72 hours

·         Path

·         Flexible, community-based services for homeless/those at imminent risk of becoming homeless

·         Team of outreach workers, case managers, and providers

·         Offsite services through mobile clinic and offices at local missions/shelters

·         Partners with law enforcement

·         Comprehensive services (rep payee, transportation, pharmacy)

·         Support Services

·         Rep Payee system

·         Independent Living Support

·         DHS worker full-time

·         TennCare Eligibility work full-time

·         Housing Developer

·         Residential Services

·         Criminal Justice Liaison

·         Team Approach (ACT Principles)

·         NPS Pharmacy: (615) 743-1617

Hope Program of Catholic Charities

HOPE PROGRAM:

Trauma & Loss Counseling for Children

Free Program for youth ages 5 to 18 who have experienced a homicide and/or assault in their family or community

            Through a grant of the Victim of Crime Act, Catholic Charities of Tennessee started the HOPE Program in 1998. This program serves children who are considered secondary victims of homicide or victims of assault. These children have had family members or friends who have been murdered, have witnessed homicides/assault, or simply live or play in neighborhoods where homicides/assaults have happened, and are experiencing changes in emotions and behaviors as a result.

Mental Health Cooperative

Mental health agency that incorporates case management, psychiatric/clinic services and 24 hour emergency psychiatric services into their care. They assist children and adults who have serious mental illnesses. 

275 Cumberland Bend Drive, Nashville, TN 37228

Phone: 615-726-3340

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Centerstone

Centerstone has developed a special approach to help children overcome behavioral health challenges. Their counselors and therapists create an environment of trust to encourage young clients to open up and share their feelings. They develop individualized treatment plans to address the unique needs of each child. Centerstone teams with families, schools and communities to build a network of support that allows healing to occur.

Located at 1101 6^th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37208
Phone: 615-463-6600
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Lifecare Family Services

* Must have TennCare * Upon contacting LifeCare for an initial appointment you will be scheduled with a trained mental health or counseling professional. During this initial visit, the level of care and services will be determined in conjunction with your assigned professional caregiver. The services referred may include Counseling, Case Management, Nursing, and/or Psychiatric intervention depending on the severity of the issues. LifeCare offers both individual and group counseling and case management services customized to fit the needs of the individual, couple, single parent, or traditional family who is experiencing any on going issues in their life and need professional help or assistance.

Located at 145 Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN 37211

Phone: 615-781-0013

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