Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health
Supportive care for youth in crisis
The Adolescent Behavioral Unit at St. Mary’s provides short-term, structured mental health treatment for patients ages 12 to 17. Our team offers compassionate, holistic care in a safe environment with access to the full range of hospital resources.
Each day includes a structured schedule of group therapy, individual sessions and school time. We were one of the first programs in Maine to use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) with this age group. This evidence-based approach helps young people build practical, real-world coping skills. As they progress through a four-level system, patients practice these tools daily, both in the hospital and at home with support from their families.
Your care team may include:
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Psychiatrists
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Nurses
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Licensed therapists and counselors
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Social workers
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Teachers and recreation therapists
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Behavioral health technicians and spiritual care providers
The length of stay depends on the patient’s needs and treatment plan.
To make a referral, call our Behavioral Intake Department at 207-777-8700.
