Riley Hospital for Children Adolescent Dual Diagnosis Program

705 Riley Hospital Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46202

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Riley Children's Health, ranked the #1 children's hospital in Indiana by U.S.
News & World Report, is committed to exceptional care and outcomes for every child and family we serve.
As part of Indiana University Health with over a century of leadership in pediatric care, we provide comprehensive primary care through highly skilled pediatricians at locations throughout the state, alongside best-in-class specialty care across every pediatric discipline at Riley Hospital for Children and additional offices statewide.
Our integrated approach emphasizes treating the whole child, combining physical and behavioral health services, with a strong focus on child and adolescent psychiatry and behavioral sciences.
We address critical needs such as mental health crises, substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention through evidence-based interventions, early identification in primary care settings, outpatient and inpatient psychiatric care, specialized programs like the Adolescent Dual Diagnosis Program and Behavioral Health Access Program for Youth (Be Happy), and innovative research initiatives, including a $4.7 million grant to tackle adolescent substance use.
Committed to community partnerships and advocacy, we lead efforts like the $8 million strategic plan to embed mental health services in primary care, expand access via school-based programs and virtual therapy, and raise awareness through documentaries like 'Racing to Respond' to end the pediatric mental health epidemic and support Hoosier youth in achieving long-term recovery and well-being.

What we treat

Treatment & Programs

Levels of Care

The continuum of care at Riley Hospital for Children features both intensive inpatient psychiatric care and step-down outpatient treatment programs. Their clinical teams also offer brief behavioral interventions directly in primary care settings, or immediate acute crisis stabilization through the emergency department.

Therapies

Treatment is anchored by evidence-based interventions backed by the clinical research of the Indiana University School of Medicine. Adolescents engage in rigorous cognitive and behavioral therapy modalities. They also participate in supportive group therapy sessions that help replace unhelpful habits with healthy, lasting coping skills.

Group Therapy

Addictions

This hospital program treats a variety of adolescent substance use disorders, focusing heavily on both alcohol and drug misuse. Clinicians actively address emerging developmental trends, including dedicated detoxification and rehabilitation protocols for the abuse of nitrous oxide inhalants.

Conditions

As a dedicated Adolescent Dual Diagnosis Program, the facility expertly navigates the intersection of youth substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. Board-certified child psychiatrists manage complex presentations of severe depression, acute anxiety, ADHD, and dangerous self-harm or suicidal ideation.

Issues

The clinical team understands that behavioral health struggles rarely occur in a vacuum. They frequently address the impact of chronic illness and complex physical health conditions alongside mental stressors. Caregiver involvement is also highly emphasized to help resolve family strain and build a stronger home support system.

Chronic Illness

Programs

The core dual diagnosis curriculum is supplemented by unique specialty tracks like the Behavioral Health Access Program for Youth, known as "Be Happy." The hospital also spearheads the Adolescent Addiction Access initiative, which utilizes an innovative $8 million strategic plan to embed mental health care into pediatric offices.

On-site

Amenities

Operating within a flagship pediatric medical center, the clinical environment is designed for safety and comprehensive oversight rather than luxury retreat features. Patients receive care in a secure, state-of-the-art clinical space that is fully equipped to handle medical and psychiatric emergencies.

Coverage

Payment

Information regarding accepted payment types, self-pay rates, or specific in-network insurance providers is not publicly listed. It is highly recommended to speak directly with the billing department to review financial options and verify coverage benefits.

Please contact the facility directly to verify insurance coverage and payment options. Many facilities offer free insurance verification.

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Eligibility

Who We Serve

Ranked as the number one children's hospital in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health serves local youth across the state. The specialized dual diagnosis track is tailored exclusively for children and adolescents under 18, providing highly sensitive, developmentally appropriate care for Hoosier teens facing severe behavioral challenges.

Age Groups

Children (Under 13)Adolescents (13-17)

Populations Served

Pregnant Women

Additional Services

As part of a major medical network, the program offers 24/7 medical staff and immediate same-day admission for acute crisis stabilization through the emergency department. Their integrated care model seamlessly coordinates routine primary care and physical health services alongside psychiatric treatment.

Primary Care / Physical Health ServicesSame-Day AdmissionCrisis Stabilization24/7 Medical Staff

About

Facility Info

Set in a centralized city location in downtown Indianapolis, this nonprofit hospital-based program is heavily integrated with the Indiana University School of Medicine. The university affiliation makes them one of the few sites in the nation to offer a "triple board program" for training multidisciplinary physicians.

Credentials

Accreditations

Specific behavioral health accreditations and state hospital licensures are not currently detailed on the facility's website. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the administrative team directly to verify regulatory credentials.

Riley Hospital for Children Adolescent Dual Diagnosis Program