Our panel of behavioral health experts: Angela Prestifilippo, Director of Outpatient Behavioral Health Services; Hannah Marcus, Clinical Manager of Eating Disorder Services; and Eryn Walczak, Director of Withdrawal Management and Stabilization discuss how challenging it can be for parents of school-aged children with mental illness or substance use disorders to find the right care. Parents and caregivers often neglect caring for themselves while seeking care for their child. This podcast covers how to get help for kids in need and how to support the entire family when dealing with a behavioral health crisis.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Services
We provide highly successful specialized treatment programs for children and adolescents with mental health challenges impeding their ability to reach their potential. We also offer a variety of behavioral health services and benefits for children from the ages of 5 to 17: One of eleven Children's Crisis Intervention Services (CCIS) inpatient units in New Jersey provides the following:
- Short-term crisis stabilization within the structure of a behavior therapy milieu program focused on safe and effective treatment.
- Subacute care for children requiring a more extended stay due to the intensity and nature of their problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Medical Center provides Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Outpatient Evaluation and Treatment Services with board-certified child psychiatrists and licensed social workers. These professionals treat children between the ages of 5 and 17 for a variety of mental health issues:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Bullying
- Anger
- Poor self-esteem
- Bipolar disorder
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Emergency Department is the only one in the area providing 24/7 access to psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals dedicated to treating children or adolescents experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Call the Access Center for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services at 800.730.2762 for information or appointments. The admission process is quick, with specialists available to assist with any insurance questions.
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, including its Behavioral Health Division, is fully accredited by The Joint Commission.
