Inpatient Boys Program
Inpatient programming at Fairfax Behavioral Health facilities in Washington offers help for teen boys and for teen patients who identify as male. Behavioral health teams will carefully establish a support system, therapy plans and structured 24/7 supervision.
A step-down approach
Fairfax Behavioral Health encourages and helps facilitate a step-down approach to increase our patients’ success rates. However, actively engaging in outpatient therapy after discharge is crucial for both patients and their caregivers.
The step-down approach, or transitioning from inpatient to outpatient care, helps ensure that patients receive proper guidance and consistent support as they navigate recovery.
Inpatient teen services in the Seattle metro area
Fairfax supports boys who are experiencing severe mental health crises, addiction and mood disorders. Available to male teens aged 13-17, the typical stay is 7 to 10 days. Mental health professionals provide short-term care to help stabilize the patient and get through the crisis.
The inpatient unit provides behavioral assessments, medication management and opportunities for social communication. Skilled therapists may introduce patients to new mindfulness practices, emotional regulation and distress tolerance. In fact, the calm environment can be a soothing reprieve for teens who live in volatile settings.
- Individual and group therapies
- Coping skills and practice groups
- Sensory integration techniques
- Therapeutic stress relief
- Step-down plans from inpatient status
What to bring
This can be an emotional time for teen patients and their friends and families. We want to help make the inpatient experience as seamless and enriching as possible. Teams at Fairfax Behavioral Health near Seattle also provide practical guidelines for packing, including what not to bring during the stay.
The visiting hour is on Saturday 9:15 – 10:15 am.
Contact Fairfax Behavioral Health in WA
Getting the help you and your family need should be as stress-free as possible. For admissions, insurance, medication and general information, search the most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) or call 425-821-2000.
Fairfax has established parent and family informational classes to provide insight, expectations and resources. Encouraging families to be involved strengthens the support system for the patient and enhances communication and understanding of the treatment process.
Together, we can create a comprehensive care plan that prioritizes the health and well-being of our patients, leading to improved outcomes and a smoother recovery.
In case of a mental health crisis, call 988 or seek the nearest emergency room.
