Children's Behavioral Health

Child mental health providertalks with young boy and his mom
Children face many obstacles while trying to grow and find their identity. The challenge facing parents and children as they cope with these issues can often lead to conflict in everyday life. At UnityPoint Health, we strive to provide the highest level of care for each patient. We work to identify and understand the problems your child is having and then put together a plan for your child and family to help start the road to a healthy life.

Our Services

Child and adolescent behavioral health services at UnityPoint Health offers a continuum of care, beginning with care for children and adolescents, ages 3 and older, who may experience problems at home, in school, or in the community. Our child and adolescent behavioral health team recognizes the need for various levels of care to meet the needs of children and adolescents.

We strive to provide the highest level of care for each client. We work to identify and understand the problems your child is having and then put together a plan for your child and family to help start the road to a healthy, normal life. We work with your child's therapist and any other specialists involved in their care and treatment. Our care team at UnityPoint Health consists of child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry providers, psychiatric nurses, licensed mental health therapists, and care coordination services for adults.

Children and adolescents may experience:

  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Behavioral problems
  • Problems in school
  • Poor self-esteem
  • Sexual identity issues
  • Depression
  • Aggression
  • Family conflict
  • Defiant behaviors
  • Poor impulse control