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Behavioral Health Inpatient

Pediatric Behavioral Health Inpatient services provide a secure and therapeutic environment for children and adolescents requiring intensive mental health care.

About Us

Our Pediatric Behavioral Health Inpatient Services offer a secure and therapeutic environment tailored to meet the needs of children and adolescents requiring intensive care. With thoughtfully designed spaces and a focus on personalized, evidence-based interventions, we support young patients in achieving emotional stability and developmental growth through therapy, family engagement, and innovative treatment approaches.

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Contact Us

Behavioral Health

Fax:

402.955.3920

Additional Information:

If your patient is in need of immediate treatment for mental health conditions that are critical but don’t require an emergency room visit, we offer walk-in services at the Crisis Assessment Center in Omaha, Nebraska and Behavioral Health Urgent Care clinic in Kearney, Nebraska.

Behavioral Health Inpatient

Fax:

531.256.9323

Hours:

Always open—24/7

Conditions We Treat

We provide compassionate care for children and teens facing a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders and more. Our goal is to help young patients build resilience, develop coping skills and achieve emotional well-being.

Meet Our Providers

Our experienced team includes psychiatrists, therapists, peer support specialists, behavioral technicians and other dedicated professionals, all working collaboratively to provide comprehensive, compassionate care for young patients.

Martin J. Harrington

Martin J. Harrington, MD

Language: English

Specialties: Eating Disorders, Pediatric Behavioral Health

Ashley C. Harlow

Ashley C. Harlow, PHD

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Kassie D. Flewelling

Kassie D. Flewelling, PhD

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Brett R. Kuhn

Brett R. Kuhn, PHD

Language: English

Specialties: Behavioral Sleep Medicine Psychology, Pediatric Behavioral Health

Jawed M. Bharwani

Jawed M. Bharwani, MBBS

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Sean M. Akers

Sean M. Akers, PsyD

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Treatments and Services

Behavioral Health Inpatient services offer a range of evidence-based treatments tailored to each child’s unique needs.

Locations

Behavioral Health & Wellness Center

8550 Indian Hills Drive, Omaha, NE 68114

Related Specialties

Behavioral Health Crisis Assessment | For Providers

Walk-in behavioral health support for children experiencing mental health crises.
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Behavioral Health Outpatient | For Providers

Behavioral Health is dedicated to helping those 2-22 years old experiencing a mental or behavioral health crisis by providing immediate access to care.

Behavioral Health Partial Hospitalization | For Providers

Our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is a structured, evidence-based day treatment model designed for pediatric patients experiencing emotional, behavioral, mental health or substance use challenges.
Therapist talking to teenage boy.

Behavioral Health Urgent Care | For Providers

When your patients face a behavioral health crisis, immediate expert care is crucial. Children’s Nebraska Behavioral Health Urgent Care offers walk-in treatment for children in need of urgent behavioral health support, providing prompt care without the need for an emergency room visit.
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Behavioral Health | For Providers

Comprehensive mental health care in a structured, clinic-based setting—offering ongoing counseling, therapy, and psychiatric support tailored to your child’s daily life.
Teen girl talking to provider.

Eating Disorders Partial Hospitalization | For Providers

At Children’s Nebraska, our Eating Disorders Program offers comprehensive, compassionate care for children and adolescents with eating disorders. Our multidisciplinary team provides personalized treatment plans to support recovery and promote long-term health and wellbeing for your patients.

What Sets Us Apart

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Designed for Comfort, Dignity, and Safety

Rooms and units are designed for comfort, dignity and safety, using natural light and soothing color palettes.

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Secure Spaces for Connection

Inviting spaces are secure yet comfortable, allowing kids to play, connect and practice new skills through therapy, family support and educational programs.

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Calming Rooms with Smart Tools

Calming rooms feature adjustable lighting, color-responsive walls and innovative digital tools to support mindfulness, relaxation and interactive therapeutic interventions.