Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health Services

Specialized care for children and teens facing emotional and behavioral challenges, helping them build resilience, confidence, and a path to wellness.

Behavioral Health | Children & Teens

Behavioral Health Care for Children and Teens in Kankakee County

When your child is struggling, finding the right help can feel overwhelming. Riverside's Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health program offers compassionate, expert care for kids ages 2 to 17 — with programs designed specifically for where your child is right now.

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Programs Built Around Your Child's Needs

We offer multiple levels of care so your child gets the right support — not too much, not too little. All programs are led by licensed therapists, social workers, psychologists, and psychiatrists who specialize in children and teens.

Outpatient Therapy

Your child attends therapy during the day and returns home each evening. A flexible option for ongoing support without disrupting daily routines.

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Inpatient Care

For children in crisis or needing intensive short-term support, our inpatient program provides 24-hour care in a safe, structured environment.

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ABA Therapy for Autism

Our ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) Therapy Clinic offers individualized autism treatment for children ages 2 to 9. Board-certified therapists work closely with your family at every step.

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Who We Help

Signs Your Child May Benefit From Support

Kids and teens face real challenges — and sometimes they need more than a conversation. Our team treats a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns, including:

Lasting sadness, hopelessness, or withdrawal
Anxiety, excessive worry, or panic
Aggressive or self-harming behaviors
Thoughts or attempts of suicide
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Substance use concerns
Eating issues
Trauma, abuse, or significant life disruptions

Is your child in crisis right now?

Our crisis line answers calls 24 hours a day. If your child is in immediate danger, call 911.

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Specialized Care, Close to Home

Every child we treat has access to a full team of specialists and a wide network of medical support — all connected through Riverside's Behavioral Health program. That means seamless care without sending your family far from home.