Children’s Hospital
RiverValley Behavioral Health Children’s Hospital provides inpatient psychiatric care for children and adolescents ages 5 to 17 in Owensboro, Kentucky. Our dedicated facility offers a safe, structured environment where young people can receive the intensive support they need to heal, grow, and return home stronger.
Services we provide
Our not-for-profit psychiatric hospital specializes in treating children and teens experiencing serious mental health and behavioral challenges. Whether your child is in acute crisis or needs a higher level of care than outpatient services can provide, our team of psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, and support staff work together to create individualized treatment plans that address each child’s unique needs.
Inside the hospital, care includes individual, group, and family therapy, medication evaluation and management, specialized therapeutic activities, 24/7 nursing care and crisis support, and behavioral intervention services. Every treatment plan is built around your child, not a diagnosis code.
Our Walk-In Clinic at the hospital is open 24/7 for psychiatric assessments. No appointment needed. And when inpatient care ends, we help families connect to outpatient services and telehealth across our seven-county area.
We believe quality mental health care should be accessible to everyone. We accept most insurance plans, Medicaid, and Medicare, and offer sliding scale fees based on your ability to pay. Our staff will work with you to find a plan that fits your needs and budget.
Taking the first step can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether your child is dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, or something you can’t quite name yet, our team is ready to guide you from the first assessment through ongoing support.
Inpatient Services
Intensive, round-the-clock psychiatric care for children and teens ages 4-17. Individualized treatment plans, on-site school, and family involvement throughout the healing process.
Acute Psychiatric Inpatient
Immediate safety and stabilization for children and teens in psychiatric crisis. Short-term inpatient care with rapid assessment, 24/7 monitoring, and comprehensive aftercare planning.
Individual Group Family Therapy
Individual therapy, group experiences, and family sessions tailored to each child’s needs. Licensed clinicians specializing in youth care help children and teens build coping skills and resilience.
Specialized Therapeutic Activities
Art, music, movement, and recreation designed to promote healing and self-expression. Our specialized activities help children build confidence, develop coping skills, and discover new strengths.
Medication Evaluation Management
Careful medication evaluation by child and adolescent psychiatrists. Family-involved decision-making, close monitoring, and clear discharge planning for the best possible outcomes.
Nursing Care Crisis Support
Registered nurses and behavioral health associates providing continuous, compassionate care and crisis support around the clock. Trained in pediatric psychiatric care and therapeutic intervention techniques.
Behavioral Intervention Services
Evidence-based behavioral intervention focused on understanding root causes and building healthier skills. Individualized behavioral plans, consistent reinforcement, and family education for lasting positive change.
Specialized Therapies
Targeted programs including the STATE Program for autism spectrum disorder, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based clinical approaches tailored to each child’s unique needs and diagnosis.
Take the first step toward recovery today. Call us at (270) 689-6879 or contact us online to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome at our outpatient locations.
