About The Brien Center – Child Stabilization Unit – Pittsfield
The Brien Center Child and Adolescent Crisis Stabilization Unit on Second Street in Pittsfield, Massachusetts helps children and youth up to the age of 17 who are having a mental health or behavioral crisis. Their outpatient services are for those who cannot receive the support needed while in their home environment.
The main goal of the Brien Center is to ensure each client is safe and supported in a way that ensures a happier, healthier daily life. They attempt to keep families together and children or adolescents at home whenever possible. Sometimes an individual’s mental health or behavior can make it unsafe for them or others. This is when the CSU is available to provide that support.
Evidence-based, trauma informed treatment is offered to help children and youth deal with the emotional impact of past abuse and trauma. They have a program for adolescents who are struggling with alcohol or substance abuse issues. This is often a coping mechanism for individuals who haven’t yet learned the skills and developed the tools to deal with their emotions and stresses in a healthy manner. Substance abuse and addiction is often used as a way to self-medicate when trying to cope with a mental illness as well. The Brien Center helps children and youth learn these skills to better deal with the stresses life throws at them.
Most major insurance plans are accepted and The Brien Center is in-network for many. It is important to verify with your personal health insurance provider what coverage you have and whether you with personally be financially responsible for any associated costs.
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