“My child worked with Crysta Shiner, and she was wonderful! It really helped to have a therapist that was so caring and took the time to get to know him. She is a wonderful asset to CBC. Thanks!”
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a treatment method that teaches youth coping methods to promote well-being and dignity. It is offered to all youth in our facility.
Our Dialectical Behavioral Therapy program is specifically for adolescent female patients. It is designed to decrease self-harming behaviors and assist in building meaningful relationships.
Please visit our FAQ page to read more information about our location, admissions and referral processes, treatment, discharge planning and more.
Columbus Behavioral Center for Children and Adolescents offers a residential treatment program to address the needs of children, ages 8 to 12, who have had difficulty dealing with mental health issues and maintaining appropriate behavior. Guided by Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles, the program offers physician-led, multidisciplinary treatment that addresses overall mental and physical well-being. Residential programs offer a balance of therapy, education and fun activities in a safe, structured setting.
Columbus Behavioral Center for Children and Adolescents offers a residential treatment program to address the needs of adolescents, ages 13 to 18, and an outpatient program for adolescents, ages 12-18, who have had difficulty dealing with mental health issues and maintaining appropriate behavior. Treatment for adolescents include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as our Dialectical Behavioral Therapy program for adolescent females.
Adolescent males and females reside and are treated on separate units.
* Data based on patients surveyed between January-June 2024.
The Joint Commission’s gold seal of approval on our website shows that we have demonstrated compliance to the most stringent standards of performance, and we take pride in our accreditation.
Learn MoreWe have put together a list of suggested items to bring with you during treatment at Columbus Behavioral Center for Children and Adolescents, as well as items to leave at home.
Learn MoreIf you are a medical professional looking to make a referral to Columbus Behavioral Center for Children and Adolescents, please visit our professional referrals page. Here you will find a referral form to complete and submit.
Learn MoreAs a proud supporter of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention, Columbus Behavioral Center for Children and Adolescents provides education and resources to the communities we serve.
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