At The Maples, we strive to create a safe environment where teens can find wellness. Our psychiatrists play a key role in our treatment, working with patients to treat their specific mental health needs and concerns, including substance abuse, trauma, and disordered eating.
Psychiatrists are medical doctors specializing in mental health and trained to assess both mental and physical aspects of psychological concerns. If you believe your teenager would benefit from additional support, contact our residential treatment program and learn more about our psychiatrists in Baton Rouge.
Our Baton Rouge facility offers a 90-day residential program that can serve up to 12 patients at a time. Focusing on substance abuse issues, this comfortable, home-like facility is located on three acres of land and is also home to a therapy dog. Our Baton Rouge psychiatrists and other change agents are dedicated to guiding participants through their wellness journey.
Our compassionate psychiatrist helps teen patients in Baton Rouge facing a variety of concerns. Each patient receives a treatment plan customized to their unique needs.
If your teen is dealing with severe substance abuse of alcohol, pills, benzos, or opiates, they may benefit from working with a psychiatrist at our Baton Rouge location. Our psychiatrist specializes in addiction treatment, helping struggling teens reach recovery.
During sessions, our provider will discuss the link between mental health concerns and substance abuse, helping your teen to better understand their behavior, learn new coping strategies, and develop techniques for managing their mental health.
Trauma refers to any highly distressing experience that can lead to emotional, psychological, and physical distress. It can occur after one instance or prolonged exposure to multiple events, including:
In teenagers, trauma can result in substance abuse issues, mental health concerns, and difficulties with relationships, school, or self-care.
Common mental health concerns in teenagers include depression, a persistent low mood and loss of interest in life, anxiety, and an overwhelming feeling of concern or worry that interferes with daily life.
Disordered eating describes unhealthy eating behaviors and patterns that may lead to the diagnosis of a particular eating disorder. Symptoms and warning signs of disordered eating in teens include:
If you are concerned your teen is experiencing any of these conditions, get in touch with our team today. We can provide a supportive environment in which they can recover and make the most of their adolescent years.
The teen years can be difficult, and serious psychological concerns such as mental health and substance abuse disorders require additional support. If you are concerned about your teen, our team at The Maples can help. We provide personalized care of the highest caliber that will empower your teenager to rise above the challenges they are facing. Schedule a consultation today to learn more about our psychiatrist in Baton Rouge.
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