WNYCPC Day Treatment
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WNY Children's Psychiatric Center | 575 Alberta Drive | Amherst, NY 14226
Intensive Day Treatment
Middle School and High School Classes
The WNY Children's Psychiatric Center Day Treatment program provides community-based mental health services integrated within a small school environment.
Program Highlights
- Regents-based instruction in core content areas
- Small class sizes (6:1:1)
- Clinical evaluations
- Community-based mental health services
- Individual, family and group therapy
- Crisis Services available
- On-site clinical services provided by OMH staff including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and social workers
- Physical education, art and health provided
- Experienced teachers and support staff
Referrals
- Referral from in-patient units or home school district required
- Appropriate for students with disabilities requiring mental health support and services
Program Goals
- Return to less restrictive settings
- Increased attendance, less discipline referrals
- Individualized goals defined by treatment plans