Albany Inpatient Teen & Adolescent Depression Treatment
Compassionate Care for Teens with Depression
When an Albany teen is overwhelmed by depression, every day can feel like an uphill battle. At Key Healthcare, we offer more than just treatment, we provide a turning point. Our inpatient program for teenage depression gives teens a safe, supportive, and structured environment where they can pause from daily stressors and focus fully on what matters most: healing.
We understand that depression looks different for every teen. That’s why our care is never generic. From the moment they arrive, each teen receives a personalized treatment plan to treat their unique condition, challenges, and goals. Our compassionate team is here to walk with them every step of the way, helping them rediscover hope, build resilience, and take the first steps toward a brighter future.
Using evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), our team works closely together to help your teen feel heard and supported.
Plus, we’ll keep supporting your teen through a custom aftercare plan, along with a list of local resources to make sure your teen continues to feel safe, understood, and cared for at home, in school, and in everyday life.
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At Key Healthcare, we work with most major insurance providers to make sure your teen in Albany has access to our depression treatment program whenever they need it the most.Â
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Our Accreditations and Affiliations
Knowledge and expertise are key to the success of our adolescent depression treatment program. That’s why we seek and renew various accreditations, affiliations, and certifications related to our offerings. This aims to give both patients and families peace of mind. Knowing that they’re receiving the highest standard of care.
Teen Depression Treatment for Albany, California
What to Expect During Our Albany Teen Depression Treatment Program
As a parent, knowing what to expect during a teen depression treatment program can help ease your apprehension and make it easier to support your teen through the same feelings. But how?
- It all starts with us providing you with clear details about the program, treatment philosophies, and admission process.
- After the initial orientation, we move toward the assessment and pre-admission stage.
- Here, we thoroughly evaluate your teen’s medical history and cultural background. We also conduct psychological tests to understand their mental health and behavior.
- As a parent, you are a key part of this process, sharing insights about your teen’s struggles.
- The results of this assessment will help us create the best treatment plan for your teen.
- Once your teen is accepted, the admission process begins. Here, we will guide you through all the steps, including paperwork, finances, and logistics.
- Our Albany teen depression treatment program will be tailored to meet your teen’s specific needs, addressing the condition they are being treated for.
However, during their stay with us, here’s a list of common therapies your teen will participate in.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Teens will have an individual therapy session with a skilled counselor every week. During these individual therapy sessions, they'll be able to analyze their emotions, gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors, and how they can break their negative thinking pattern.
GROUP THERAPY
Group therapy is a core component of our treatment program. During these group therapy sessions, teens can share their experiences and learn from their peers in a safe and supportive environment.
HOLISTIC AND RECREATION THERAPIES
We don't just rely on conventional treatment. We take it a step further by offering a mix of holistic and experiential therapies such as yoga, art therapy, surf therapy, hiking, music therapy, and equine-assisted therapy. These activities are specially designed to help teens manage their stress, find a sense of self, build confidence, and uncover new passions.
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE
We integrate the essentials of nutrition and physical activity into each day. With daily access to 3 nutritional meals, healthy snacks, and exercise resources, we ensure every aspect of a teen's health is nurtured. It's about empowering them to take steps toward lasting wellness.
FAMILY CENTERED TREATMENT
The entire family plays a crucial role in our teen depression treatment program. Our experienced therapists help families address communication issues between their teens, build healthy boundaries, and learn new ways to cope. These steps are crucial in supporting their teen's long-term recovery.
FDA APPROVED DRUGS
Anti-depressants are proven effective for treating clinical depression. If a teen is going through the early depression stage, they are recommended for FDA-approved drug treatments. But the teen needs to be closely monitored throughout treatment about their behavioural changes and occurrence of suicidal thoughts in the early weeks of treatment.
Teen Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Our Depression Program for Albany Teenagers
At Key Healthcare, we provide different levels of care for teens to address the underlying causes of their depression. During our depression treatment program, you can expect your teen to attend individual and group therapy sessions, participate in family counseling, receive academic support, and participate in social activities. Throughout their program, your teen will learn to understand the causes behind their mental health condition and develop the coping skills to effectively manage them.
Intensive Outpatient
Our adolescent intensive outpatient program (IOP) is for teens who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy but do not require the intensive level of care provided by PHP. This program provides structure and support that helps teens build healthy habits and become independent in their recovery.
Partial Hospitalization
Our adolescent partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a step down from residential treatment that helps teens transition back into the community. This program provides intensive therapy services as well as academic support and social activities to help teens reintegrate into their home and school environments.
Residential Treatment
Our teen residential treatment program takes place over 45-60 days. This dual-diagnosis program helps teen overcome their addiction and mental health issues through the use of evidence-based therapies. Our compassionate care allows teens to focus on their recovery in a safe and supportive environment fit for positive change.
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About Key Healthcare
Teen Healing Insights
Key Healthcare is an amazing teen residential treatment program. Our son was struggling with marijuana addiction, serious anxiety, depression, was not listening, and had no motivation. We have tried 2 other teen therapy options, but Key Healthcare is what our son has responded to the best by far. Their teen inpatient program has a really cool and inviting environment, with really great therapists, and the staff were all very friendly, and caring. The family therapy sessions were very valuable to our family as well. My son didn’t feel like he was going to therapy when he was at key healthcare. They provided educational structure for him to get his schoolwork done and he took part in group therapy which he spoke positively about.
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Really great therapists and staff at this teen treatment program. Very nice inpatient facility, I highly recommend Key Healthcare for families of teenagers dealing with mental health issues or depression.
I highly recommend key healthcare to any family that has a teen struggling. Friend of mine sent their teen to the teen residential program, which drastically helped their son, and family life. We ended up sending our daughter to key healthcare’s iop as well and she got an extremely high level of therapy, which she resonated with. We saw a huge shift in our daughter after she completed their teen rehab.
As a treatment professional, I am so grateful for the team at Key! My students have found the mentoring/coaching services to be so incredibly supportive. The mentors are so good at connecting with students, engaging them in positive healthy activities and steering them towards building healthy skills. The parent coaching adds such a strong element. When combined with inpatient therapy. Thanks to all the team at Key!
Dr. Elnaz Mayeh is a highly experienced clinical psychologist and the Executive Director of Key Healthcare. With a deep commitment to adolescent mental health, Dr. Mayeh brings a wealth of expertise in program development, clinical leadership, and evidence-based treatment modalities. Beverly Reader, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist with 15 years of experience specializing in adolescent mental health and dual diagnosis treatment. Ryan Blivas is a behavioral healthcare entrepreneur and teen mental health advocate who is passionate about finding solutions to combat the teen mental health crisis in America. Evan Powell is one of the co-founders of Key Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA. Inspired by his own treatment journey, he and Ryan set out to change the narrative for clients, and help them find a brighter path. Originally from the East Coast, Helena began her career in the tech industry before finding her passion in adolescent mental health. She earned her master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University… Amber began her academic journey studying criminal psychology before discovering her true passion in the fields of addiction and mental health. She went on to complete a two-year program in substance abuse counseling and spent… Jason is committed to Keys’ holistic and integrated approach to treatment and is passionate about supporting teens facing substance use and mental health challenges with a creative, compassionate style informed by years of experience and a comprehensive understanding of care coordination. Born and raised in Chicago, Abby Heifitz recently relocated to Los Angeles and earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California. Chanelle specializes in trauma therapy, trained in ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy) and brings years of experience from private practice to her role at Key Healthcare. Rocky serves as a family and group therapist within the adolescent treatment programs at Key Healthcare, specializing in supporting teens through their journey to recovery. James Wilcox is a dedicated family and group therapist within the Teen Treatment Programs at Key Healthcare, providing specialized support to adolescents as they navigate their path to recovery. Jordan possess particular expertise in treating borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, and trauma-related experiences. Matt is an experienced operations expert with a vast knowledge of both Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders. Henry Dafoe, a Mentor at Key Healthcare, holds a Master’s in Behavioral Health from Tulane University and brings both expertise and enthusiasm to his work. A UCLA graduate, Mehrsa brings over 10 years of experience in mental health treatment to her role. Her expertise spans both clinical and operational aspects of the field, including leadership positions as a Program Manager and Operations Director. Stacie is an educator with five years of experience and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction, she is committed to fostering environments where students can thrive through continuous learning. Encouraging a growth mindset is central to her approach in supporting students
Meet the Team
We believe that the effectiveness of the treatment program relies heavily on the bond between the teen and their therapist, rather than solely on the clinical modalities and various therapeutic techniques employed. That is why our staff members are relatable, resourceful and fearless when it comes to finding creative solutions for each client.
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Additional Teen Resources in Albany, CA
Albany Teen Therapists & Counselors
Each session at Key Healthcare gives your teen a safe and welcoming space to open up, learn new coping skills, and grow at their own pace. They’ll discover healthy ways to manage depression and deal with everyday challenges. Slowly, your teen will start to feel more confident, more connected, and more in control of their emotions and relationships.
Because we use proven therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy, as they’ve been shown to help teens struggling with depression. And when your teen finishes their sessions with us, you won’t be left wondering what’s next. We’ll connect your family with trusted, licensed professionals, like psychologists, LCSWs, and LMFTs, right here in Albany, so your teen can keep getting the support they need to overcome depression.
| Albany Teen Therapist/Counselor | License & Verification | Address |
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| ANICAMA, CATHERINE | License Number: 32441 | 1248 Solano Ave ALBANY CA 94706-1738 ALAMEDA county |
| ALEXANDER, JOHN CLARK | License Number: 31551 | 1503 Beverly Pl ALBANY CA 94706-2507 ALAMEDA county |
| ALBERS, MARGARETHA G | License Number: 11220 | 1510 BEVERLY PL ALBANY CA 94709 ALAMEDA county |
Note: We aren’t affiliated with these therapists. But all of them are licensed by the California Board of Psychology and California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), ensuring your teen gets top-notch medical care close to home.
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Emergency Response/Hotlines Information for Albany Adolescents
In moments of crisis, having immediate access to the right hotlines can make a difference in your teen’s mental health issues. At Key Healthcare, we specialize in providing depression treatment for teens. But we also believe that parents should be prepared for every stage of their teen’s mental health journey.
That’s why we’ve compiled this list of emergency hotlines and services in Albany so that families and parents can have the resources to respond swiftly and effectively. But before you move forward, here are some guidelines on what to do if your teen expresses suicidal thoughts:
- In times like these, every second counts. Don’t hesitate to call 911 if you suspect the symptoms of their mental health disorders are getting worse. Once you call, the police dispatcher answers your call and will transfer your call to the Fire Department or Paramedics, if required.
- Your quick action could be the difference between your teen’s life and death.
Youth Development Program for Albany Adolescents
We believe that helping Albany teens who face mental health issues is about more than just giving them structured care. We support them all along the way by building their confidence, offering guidance, and teaching skills. Such as teamwork, clear communication, handling daily tasks, problem-solving, and self-advocacy. We also work with them to set realistic goals and follow their career dreams.
However, recovery is an ongoing process that continues even after our depression treatment program ends. That’s why we have created a list of local youth programs where teens can use the skills they learned during our program and explore new opportunities near them.
Albany Police Activities League (PAL)
- The Youth Leadership Council (YLC) is a program for teens who are curious about law enforcement. It lets them explore this career, get involved in community service, build leadership skills, and stay on track with good behavior.
- By teaming up with schools, community groups, and local agencies, YLC helps teens grow into confident and responsible leaders in their neighborhoods.
- Website: https://www.albanypal.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1339395
Government Initiative for Albany Adolescents
As teens begin thinking about their future and explore various activities, they tend to make better decisions. Albany’s government runs a program to help teens learn new skills and develop leadership guts. Here’s one government program that keeps assisting teens towards a sober path after our depression care.
Albany CARES - Community Resource Program
- At the City of Albany, teens can get involved through the Youth Task Force. This gives them a chance to share their ideas and help shape local projects.
- It’s a hands-on experience that shows them their opinions matter and helps build their confidence and leadership skills.
- Website: https://www.albanyca.org/departments/neighborhood-services/albany-cares
Recreational, Reading Programs, and Community Centers In Albany, CA
Your teen’s recovery from depression isn’t just about getting clinical help; it’s also about being part of an understanding community. In Albany, CA, there are plenty of parks, recreational, and reading programs where your teen can participate in activities, be a part of a learning environment, and keep up their recovery progress after completing our program.
Albany Hill & Creekside Park
Heading outdoors and being a part of nature is essential to recover teen mental health. Albany Hill Park’s rustic trail and scenic benches offer teens a calming retreat to lower stress and boost their mood. Meanwhile, Albany’s Creekside Park, with its open spaces, encourages recreational activities and socializing. A quiet walk or a peaceful moment on a bench in these parks allows teens to focus on the present, which can ease racing thoughts and help them in recovery.
Albany Public Library
Although we help teens with their studies during our program, we know that building mental health stability takes time. That’s why they need a supportive place to study and keep up with schoolwork without feeling judged. This is where Albany Public Library comes in.
At the library, teens can use free WiFi, access computers, and enjoy quiet study rooms for homework, research, and improving their study skills. Plus, through events shared on Albany Library Facebook and through Friends of the Library, teens meet people, build healthy connections, and stay engaged in their studies.
Albany Aquatic Center
Swimming is a great recreational activity that gets blood pumping and delivers more oxygen to the teen’s brain. It helps teens improve focus and overall brain functioning. The Albany Aquatic Center offers both indoor and outdoor pools, providing a safe space for teens to swim. This activity not only boosts mood and reduces stress but also gives them a chance to build confidence and connect with others, which are important steps you can take as a parent to support your teen’s mental health recovery journey.
High School Counseling Resources for Albany Adolescents
When your teen is having a hard time with their emotions or behavior, it can start to affect how they do in school. That’s where high school counselors come in. They are trained to notice when a student might be struggling with things like depression or anxiety, and they’re there to help. Counselors talk with teachers, parents, and sometimes even friends to understand what’s going on and how to best support your teen.
Their job is to make sure students get the help they need while keeping up with schoolwork. This might mean changing class schedules, giving extra time for assignments, or meeting with your teen to check in regularly. Whether your teen is getting ready to start treatment or is coming back to school after finishing our in-person depression treatment program, counselors can help make that transition easier.
To support your teens’ healing journey, we’ve made a list of local high schools and their counseling contact information in Albany. Staying in touch with school counselors is a great way to make sure your teen keeps getting the help they need. You can also check for updates on counseling sessions or wellness programs offered by the Albany Unified School District (AUSD).
Note: The high school mentioned above is solely for informational purposes. Key Healthcare is not affiliated with them. In curating our list of schools, we considered a wide array of factors, including test scores, equity, feedback from parents, and the school curricula.
| School | Counseling Details |
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| Albany High School | Counseling Information |
| MacGregor High School | Counseling Information |
Note: The high school mentioned above is solely for informational purposes. Key Healthcare is not affiliated with them. In curating our list of schools, we considered a wide array of factors, including test scores, equity, feedback from parents, and the school curricula.
Find Your Teenager's Fitness Flow in Albany, CA
One of the most impactful therapies in our teen program is surf therapy. We choose surfing because the ocean waves naturally calm the mind, and surfing gives teens focus and energy. Beyond its benefits, this therapy equips teens with the means to manage their stress, ease anxiety, and combat depression.
It also builds their self-confidence, resilience, and hunger to succeed. But the journey doesn’t end here. To keep progressing, teens need to stick with surf therapy or other physical activities like dancing, yoga, or gymming.
Doing so helps them process their emotions, stay balanced, and build on the progress they’ve made during our teen depression treatment program. That’s why we’ve put together a list of fitness options in Albany for teens to check out.
Note: (All of these centers are paid).
| Fitness Spot | Official Website |
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| PhaseFit | https://www.phase.fit/ |
| The Dance Floor | https://www.ourdancefloor.com/ |
| WingChun Berkeley | https://iawberkeley.com/ |
| StretchLab | https://www.stretchlab.com/location/albany |
MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT
Our programs help treat a variety of adolescent mental health conditions.
AVAILABLE THERAPIES
We utilize various evidence-based therapies to treat your teen’s condition.
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FAQs about Teen Depression Treatment:
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Which age group experiences the highest rate of depression?
- According to the studies and revealed data, adolescents aged between 12-17 years have the highest rate of depression, i.e., 14.4%, followed by young adults aged between 18-25 years with 13.8%.
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My child’s school mentor asked me to get some advice on Teen Depression Treatment for my son. Can you please suggest to me the best center or program for teens in Albany?
- If your child is experiencing some early signs of depression, then Key Healthcare's Albany Teen Depression Treatment program will help improve their situation through evidence-based care and life skills.
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Is it necessary to go for antidepressants during depression treatment?
- Teen Depression is a severe medical condition that requires urgent clinical attention. A combination of medication and therapies can dramatically help a teenager improve their life within the least possible time, saving the adult years of your teen’s precious life.
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Can a teen recover from depression without getting teen depression treatment?
- Once a teen experiences depression, there's a good chance they might face it again in the future. If not addressed early, untreated depression can lead to severe consequences. And in some cases, it can be fatal. That's why treating depression is crucial for preventing these dangerous outcomes.
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What can happen if major depression in teens is left untreated?
- If major depression is left untreated, it persists for weeks, months, or even years. It affects not just a teen's emotions but also their behavior, physical health, and relationships. This problem can worsen when a teen is also dealing with other mental health challenges, such as conduct disorder or substance use disorder. Boys in their teen years are especially vulnerable to these risks.
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How can I help prevent major depressive disorder (MDD) in my teen?
- As a parent, you may not be able to prevent major depressive disorder (MDD) in your teen. But there are steps you can take, as suggested by our therapists, to reduce the symptoms. Begin by creating a safe and supportive environment at home. Know what are the risk factors of MDD. Spot them early. Help your teen develop healthy habits, including stress management, self-care, regular exercise, and a good sleep schedule. Encourage open and honest conversations, and don't hesitate to seek professional help if the symptoms persist or worsen.
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Key Healthcare Adolescent Outpatient Program
- (800) 421-4364
- 2233 Corinth Ave Los Angeles, CA 90064
- Key Outpatient Certification #190047 (Expiration 5/31/2024)
Key Healthcare Corporate Office
- (800) 421-4364
- 10990 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Key Healthcare Adolescent Extended Care
- 3396 Manning Court Los Angeles 90064
- Key Housing Number: 198209664 (Effective Date 9/13/2019)
Key Healthcare Adolescent Residential Treatment Center
- 6270 Zumirez Dr Malibu, CA 90265
- Key Treatment 1, LLC Facility Number: 198209773 (Effective Date 3/12/2023)
