Children's Hospital Colorado

Mental Health Services

Addressing the unique needs of every child so they can be their unique selves.

Comprehensive mental health care for youth

Our Pediatric Mental Health Institute's interdisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, nurses and creative art therapists who specialize in addressing the unique treatment needs every child and adolescent we serve.

We treat children from birth to 18 years of age and collaborate with families to promote healthy outcomes, no matter the challenge.

Eating Disorder Treatment Program

The Eating Disorders Program is the Rocky Mountain region's most comprehensive center for evaluation and treatment of eating disorders in children and adolescents through age 18.

Healthy Expectations Program

The Healthy Expectations Perinatal Mental Health Program at Children’s Hospital Colorado supports pregnant women and women struggling with mood and anxiety issues after birth, as well as their families, with group therapy and evidence-based care.

Inpatient Psychiatry Services

The experts at Children’s Hospital Colorado diagnose and treat children and adolescents with acute emotional, behavioral or psychiatric concerns.

Medical Day Treatment Program

The Medical Day Treatment Program is an educational alternative for children whose medical needs are too complicated to attend regular school.

Neuropsychiatric Special Care Program

Learn about our short-term inpatient and day treatment care for kids with an autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disability.

Outpatient Psychiatry and Therapy

We offer outpatient programs for kids and teens from birth to 17. We design our programs with you and your child in mind. Read how we help teach positive ways to manage a wide range of emotions and behaviors.

Partial Hospitalization Program

The Partial Hospitalization Program provides intensive treatment for kids and teens with psychiatric difficulties that prevent them from functioning in their home, school or community.

Mental health resources for parents and caregivers

Whether you have questions about protecting and supporting your child's mental health or how to help your child with existing mental health conditions, experts in our Pediatric Mental Health Institute have answers.

Explore family resources