Hanford Inpatient Teen & Adolescent Depression Treatment

Compassionate Care for Teens with Depression

Our Hanford teen depression treatment program is designed to help adolescents who are struggling with depression. Because every teen experiences depression differently, we provide different levels of care. Preferred precisely to match your teen’s individual situation.

We understand how challenging it can be for you as parents to distinguish between typical teenage behaviors and signs of depression. That’s where we come in. Our approach emphasizes careful assessment. Looking closely at their behavioral patterns and even physical health conditions. Our therapists then develop a personalized treatment plan designed as per your teen’s condition.

Our team, which includes pediatricians, psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, and clinical social workers, works together to uncover why your teen is struggling and how best to help them move forward. By integrating evidence-based approches, experiential therapies, and holistic care, we guide your teen toward lasting improvement and recovery.

And when it’s time for your teen to leave our program, we provide them a custom aftercare plan, along with a list of local resources right here in Hanford. This way, your teen gets the support they need, not just in our care but also at home, in school, and in their daily life.

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We accept a wide range of insurance plans, and your plan might cover 100% of your teen’s treatment expenses. Verify to know more.

Insurances We Accept

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Knowledge and Expertise is Key

Our Accreditations and Affiliations

Our adolescent depression treatment program is built on a foundation of solid knowledge and expertise. We regularly seek and renew accreditations, certifications, and affiliations to maintain the highest standards. This assures patients and families that the care we offer is reliable.

Teen Depression Treatment for Hanford, California

What to Expect During Our Hanford Teen Depression Treatment Program

As a parent, knowing what to expect during a teen depression treatment center’s 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 Hanford teen depression treatment program will be tailored to meet your teen’s specific needs, addressing the particular condition they are being treated for.

However, during their stay with us, here’s a list of common therapies your teen will participate in.

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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.

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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.

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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 yogaart therapysurf 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.

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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.

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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 for Teen Depression Treatment
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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 Hanford Teenagers

At Key Healthcare, we provide different levels of care for teens to address the underlying causes of their depression. During our 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.

Supportive Teen Treatment Environment at Key Healthcare

Intensive Outpatient

Our adolescent IOP program is a balanced option for teens who don’t need 24-hour supervision but still benefit from structured, expert-led (individual, group, and family) therapy for their depression. Unlike inpatient care, our IOP lets teens continue their schooling, keep up with their extracurricular activities, and return home after each session.

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Partial Hospitalization

Our adolescent PHP program (PHP) is a step-down level of care from inpatient care. The structure of this program ensures teens receive a concentrated level of care to manage their depression effectively while handling their daily responsibilities. We also include different components that tackle the physical, emotional, and social aspects of recovery.

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Residential Treatment

Our 45-60 days teen residential treatment program allows your adolescent to focus on their recovery, free from distractions. By addressing the underlying causes of their depression with evidence-based therapies, holistic treatments, and medication-assisted care. We ensure that your teen’s journey goes beyond symptom relief.

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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.
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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!

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.

Leadership Team

Elnaz Mayeh PhD, LMFT

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

Beverly Reader, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist with 15 years of experience specializing in adolescent mental health and dual diagnosis treatment.

Ryan Blivas

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

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.

Clinical & Medical Team

Helena Nyhart, MA, AMFT, APCC

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 Gentry

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 Sobel CADC-III

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.

Abby Heifitz

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 Catuogno,  ACSW

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 Trombetti, MA, AMFT

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, MA, AMFT

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 Werner, AMFT

Jordan possess particular expertise in treating borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, and trauma-related experiences.

Matt Cox, CADAC -I

Matt is an experienced operations expert with a vast knowledge of both Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders.

Henry Dafoe

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.

Community Relationship Manager

Mehrsa Javanmard

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.

Education

Stacie O’ Farrell, MS

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

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Hanford Teen Therapists & Counselors

When our therapist meets with your teen, their focus lies on meaningful progress. Our therapists take time to listen closely to your teen’s feelings, thoughts, and daily challenges. By understanding these personal experiences, the therapist introduces new ways of thinking and acting. This helps your teen manage depressive symptoms, improve their relationships, and build stronger problem-solving skills.

While many therapies offer benefits, CBT and Interpersonal Therapy stand out in our practice for their effectiveness. But our commitment doesn’t stop there. To make sure your teen stays supported after our program, we’ve provided a list of licensed Hanford therapists with credentials (ASW, IMF, & LPCC). This way, your teen can keep making progress with professionals who meet high standards of care.

Note: We aren’t affiliated with these therapists. But all of them are licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), ensuring your teen gets top-notch medical care close to home.

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Resources and Support Hanford, CA

Emergency Response/Hotlines Information for Hanford Adolescents
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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 Hanford 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’s depression is worsening and they are experiencing a crisis:

  • 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.
  • Depression, suicidal feelings, anxiety, and loneliness are common issues that many teens face. And these are some of the main reasons why teens reach out to Teen Line.
  • Teen Line is a confidential and nonjudgmental program designed for youth.
  • By calling the hotline, your teen can speak with trained teens who are carefully supervised by adult mental health professionals.
  • Website: https://www.teenline.org/
  • The 988 Lifeline provides free, confidential support for your teen. Whether they choose to call, text, or chat, they can talk to a trained counselor about their mental health issues, including depression, without fear of judgment, as this can be a crucial step in getting the help they need.
  • Website: https://988lifeline.org/
  • Every counselor at The Trevor Project has both the training and experience needed to help LGBTQ+ youth through their challenging moments. Support is always available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • When LGBTQ+ teens connect by phone, text, or chat, they can expect a safe space where they’re heard, respected, and never judged. All the conversations will remain strictly confidential.
  • Contact: 1-866-488-7386
  • Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/ 
  • If your teen is struggling with mental health issues like depression, thoughts of suicide, or confusion about their identity, it's important to speak with someone who can help.
  • CYCL provides a safe, confidential space to talk without judgment. Their role isn't to give advice but to listen with care and understanding.
  • If your teen is facing these challenges, please reach out for support at 1-800-843-5200. Translation services are available to ensure every teen can get the help they need.
  • Website: https://calyouth.org/cycl/
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Youth Development Programs for Hanford Adolescents

The following youth development programs give your teen a way to keep practicing what they’ve learned here, enhance their social-emotional learning (SEL), make wise decisions, and keep exploring new career paths.

Hanford Helping Hands

  • Hanford Helping Hands is a volunteer program that is held on the second Saturday of each month from 8 a.m. to noon, with locations rotating across the city’s council districts. Everyone is welcome to take part.
  • For teens, volunteering offers them a chance to make a meaningful difference in their community while building confidence and a stronger sense of self.
  • It also supports their mental well-being, especially for those who’ve experienced depression.
  • Website: https://www.ci.hanford.ca.us/1516/Hanford-Helping-Hands

Learn4Life Kings Valley Academy II (Hanford)

  • Kings Valley Academy II is a non-profit, tuition-free public school committed to helping students succeed in every way.
  • They offer personalized learning along with the Trauma-Resilient Educational Communities (TREC) Model to support students’ mental and emotional well-being. If you’d like to learn more, call them at 877-360-5327.
  • Website: https://enrollments.learn4life.org/information?site=5e1cf8abfe39692404282c52

Recreation, Parks, and Library for Hanford Adolescents

Recovery from depression is often generally considered to be a non-linear process. And as mental health professionals, we’ve seen how essential it is for teens like yours to have continued support.

Teens need safe, uplifting environments where they can rebuild their motivation, reconnect with people, and rediscover joy. That’s where Hanford’s spots, like parks, recreational centers, and libraries, can be strong allies in helping your teen recover and succeed after our care.

1. Parks

  • In Hanford, local parks such as Coe Park, Lacey Park, Hidden Valley Park, and Freedom Park provide your teen with a space to play sports, take walks, participate in group activities (if there are any), or just unwind.
  • Being exposed to these green spaces helps them reduce not only their cortisol levels. But also improves their mood and reduces depressive symptoms.

2. YMCA of Hanford

  • The YMCA offers fitness programs and leadership activities that encourage ongoing physical and emotional development.
  • These programs support sustained mental health improvements and help teens integrate back into daily life after our treatment.

3. Hanford Branch Library

  • Hanford Branch Library offers a peaceful and supportive environment where your teen can reignite their learning and imagination.
  • With guidance from trained staff, the library helps them manage their emotions, rebuild cognitive sharpness, and find new ways to understand themselves after completing our program.

High School Counseling Resources for Hanford Adolescents

High school counselors do more than help your teen plan for college, choose classes, or subjects. They’re trained to understand what teens go through emotionally and mentally. This means they can recognize signs of depression, anxiety, and even stress early on.

These counselors work closely with your teen, and they also stay in contact with teachers, parents (you), and sometimes even their peers to get continuous feedback on the teen’s condition.

Their involvement is just as important, whether it’s before or after our teen depression treatment program. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of high schools in Hanford, along with their counseling details.

We strongly recommend that you stay in contact with these counselors. They will keep you posted about your teen’s sessions and let you know about other activities that may help your teen heal from depression.

Note: The schools mentioned are 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.

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Find Your Teenager's Fitness Flow In Hanford, CA

As part of our teen depression program, we use yoga therapy to offer a holistic approach to mental well-being. Yoga helps teens quiet their anxious thoughts, handle negative emotions more effectively, and build a sense of calm confidence.

But here’s something we always remind parents of. Healing doesn’t stop when our program ends. Teens who stay active afterward, whether through yoga, martial arts, dance, or weight training. Tend to keep up better emotional balance and physical health.

They become more self-aware and better equipped to handle life’s stressors. And, to keep that momentum going, we’ve created a list of fitness centers around Hanford.

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Planet Fitness Hanford https://www.planetfitness.com/gyms/hanford-ca/
Valley Fight Club https://www.valleyfightclub.com/
Kings Dance Center https://www.kingsdancecenter.com/

Note: All these centers are paid.

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MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT

Our programs help treat a variety of adolescent mental health conditions.

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AVAILABLE THERAPIES

We utilize various evidence-based therapies to treat your teen’s condition.

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FAQs about Teen Depression Treatment:

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%.
My child’s school mentor asked me to get some advice for Teen Depression Treatment for my son. Can you please suggest to me the best center or program in Hanford?
If your child is experiencing some early signs of depression, then Key Healthcare's Teen Depression Treatment program for Hanford teens will help improve their situation through different levels of care and proven therapies.
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.
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.
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.
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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