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Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare

2575 Boyce Plz Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15241

✓ Joint Commission Est. 1984 2 care levels
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare

  • Location: Pittsburgh, PA — Joint Commission accredited
  • Levels of Care: Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Trauma-Specific Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare

Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare provides residential rehab and co-occurring mental health care in Pittsburgh, PA, supporting individuals and families working toward lasting recovery.

The facility provides levels of care including residential rehab and co-occurring mental health and a capacity of 31-50 beds.

Treatment draws on evidence-based and supportive therapies such as 1-on-1 counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, trauma-specific therapy, art therapy and music therapy and a treatment philosophy that is evidence-based, gender-specific, individual treatment and trauma informed, tailored to the individual.

The program serves adolescents, children, girls and boys and treats co-occurring disorders.

Amenities include access to nature, basketball court, fitness center, recreation room and lounge.

The center works with 24 insurers including MHN, Medicaid, Medicare and Optum, so cost should not be a barrier to reaching out.

Ongoing support continues after treatment through continuing care, discharge planning and family follow-up counseling.

To confirm current openings, levels of care, and accepted insurance, contact Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare directly or call our free, confidential helpline.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

Adolescents Children Girls Boys

Amenities & Features

Access to Nature
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Recreation Room
Lounge
Outdoor Space

Services Offered

Substance use treatment Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Hospital inpatient/24-hour hospital inpatient Residential/24-hour residential
Psychiatric hospital
Chlorpromazine Fluphenazine Haloperidol Aripiprazole Clozapine Lurasidone Olanzapine Paliperidone Quetiapine Risperidone Ziprasidone Nicotine replacement Non-nicotine smoking/tobacco cessation Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Group therapy Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment Individual psychotherapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Crisis intervention team Psychiatric emergency onsite services Psychiatric emergency mobile/off-site services Psychiatric emergency walk-in services
Private for-profit organization
County or local government funds IHS/Tribal/Urban (ITU) funds Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Other State funds Private health insurance State corrections or juvenile justice funds State education agency funds Cash or self-payment State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds State welfare or child and family services funds
Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Members of military families Persons experiencing first-episode psychosis Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Screening for tobacco use
HIV testing STD testing TB screening Metabolic syndrome monitoring Testing for Hepatitis B (HBV) Testing for Hepatitis C (HCV) Laboratory testing
Smoking/vaping/tobacco cessation counseling
Smoking not permitted
Children/Adolescents Adults
Vaping not permitted
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Diet and exercise counseling Family psychoeducation Psychosocial rehabilitation services Case management service Integrated primary care services Suicide prevention services Education services

What to Expect at Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare offers 2 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress. This continuum-of-care model — moving from higher to lower intensity — is recommended by SAMHSA as the gold standard for addiction treatment.

The facility utilizes 9 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Contact Information

2575 Boyce Plz Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15241

Quick Facts

Capacity31-50 beds
FocusThis center treats mental heal...
Insurance24 accepted
AccreditationJoint Commission

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Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Evidence-Based Gender-Specific Individual Treatment Trauma Informed Family Involvement

Conditions & Substances Treated

Co-Occurring Disorders

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare

Does Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare accept my insurance?
Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare accepts 24 insurance carriers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan — deductibles, copays, day limits, and pre-authorization requirements differ. Under the Mental Health Parity Act, commercial plans must cover addiction treatment at parity with medical care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free 5-minute benefits check.
What treatment programs are available at Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare?
Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare offers Residential Rehab, Co-Occurring Mental Health with evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Trauma-Specific Therapy. Each admission starts with a clinical assessment against the ASAM criteria to match program intensity (detox, residential, IOP, or outpatient) to clinical need.
How much does treatment cost at Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare?
Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance coverage. Typical national self-pay ranges: outpatient $1,000–$3,000/month, 30-day residential $5,000–$20,000, 90-day inpatient $12,000–$60,000. With 24 insurance carriers accepted at Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare, out-of-pocket costs are typically lower. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free, personalized cost estimate.
Are there other rehab centers near Pittsburgh?
Yes. Browse all PA treatment centers or narrow to Pittsburgh specifically. Our full facility directory filters by insurance carrier and level of care. Call (833) 567-5838 for a human-curated shortlist based on your situation.
What should I expect during treatment at Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare?
Treatment typically begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, then a personalized plan combining individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Aftercare planning — which may include sober living, outpatient follow-up, and peer support groups — ensures ongoing support after discharge. Per NIDA research, 90+ days of engaged treatment significantly improves long-term outcomes.
How do I verify Southwood Children's Behavioral Healthcare is legitimate?
Every center listed on RehabFlow is sourced from the federal SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator and re-verified quarterly. This facility’s stated accreditation: Joint Commission. Licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LADC, MD) should be on staff, not just peer coaches. If you spot outdated data, email corrections@rehabflow.us — we re-check within 24 hours.

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