Child and Adolescent Outpatient Mental Health Services
Child and Adolescent outpatient programs helps children between the ages of 2-17 years on a wide variety of behavioral and emotional disorders. The outpatient team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers and psychiatric nurse practitioners, provides psychological services for children, teens and families. Children ages zero to 17 can be seen for a wide variety of behavioral and emotional disorders, ranging from adjustment issues to major mental health illnesses. Our focus is to provide effective, evidence-based treatment for children and families. Psychological evaluations are available in some cases.
Adolescent Conditions We Treat
- Anxiety disorders
- Behavioral and emotional disorders
- Bipolar disorders
- Borderline personality disorder
- Depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
Treatments
- Individual therapy
- Medication management
- Occupational therapy
- Parenting Support
- Psychological testing/evaluations
Individual Child and Adolescent Therapy
Individual therapy is a form of mental health treatment where children/adolescents work one-on-one with a trained therapist to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
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Treatment provides a safe space for children/adolescents and parents to discuss their concerns, gain insights into their behaviors/emotions, and develop coping strategies for managing life's challenges.
- Evidence-Based Therapies
- Strength-Based Focus
- Building Resilience and Coping Skills
Child and Adolescent Group Therapy
Group therapy is a therapeutic approach that brings individuals together to share their experiences, provide mutual support, and develop coping strategies.
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In our group therapy sessions, children and sometimes parents find a safe space to express their thoughts and feelings, learn from others, and receive feedback in a nonjudgmental setting.
This collective experience helps to break down barriers, reduce feelings of isolation, and foster a sense of belonging.
- Social skills development: Engaging with peers in a structured setting helps improve their communication and social interaction skills.
- Diverse perspectives: Exposure to different viewpoints can help children and parents develop empathy and broaden their understanding of various issues.
- Coping strategies: Children/parents learn effective coping mechanisms from both therapists and peers.
- Confidence building: Actively participating in group therapy can boost self-esteem and encourage a sense of empowerment.
Family Therapy and Parenting Support
Family therapy helps families navigate challenges like grief, trauma, divorce, or mental health issues by promoting understanding, collaboration, and mutual support.
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Family therapy is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening relationships within the family unit. This form of therapy recognizes that individual well-being is interconnected with family dynamics and the broader social environment.
In addition to family therapy, parenting support sessions can help to address parenting questions and challenges that may arise. Parents can learn developmentally appropriate strategies to help their child or adolescent better regulate their emotions and behavior. By addressing the underlying factors contributing to child/adolescent struggles, we aim to promote long-lasting positive change and improve overall family well-being.
Meet One of Our Child and Adolescent Providers
Kalyn Holmes, PhD (She/Her)
Staff Psychologist and Clinical Researcher
Child and Adolescent Outpatient Services
Dr. Kalyn Holmes is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Colorado who earned her doctorate at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and completed residency and fellowship with Denver Health. Her research focuses on understanding treatment- and system-level factors associated with access to and outcomes in publicly-funded mental health care systems serving historically underserved communities. Clinically, she provides evidence-based interventions and assessments to youth and families in the Pediatric Emergency Department and Urgent Care (PEDUC) and in the Family-Oriented Resilience, Growth, and Empowerment (FORGE) program at Denver Health. She serves in numerous leadership positions for initiatives aimed at improving social justice efforts, trainee experiences, and diversity, equity, and inclusivity at Denver Health.
