Youth and Family Mental Health Services
Counseling and Support for Children and Teens
We understand that parents and caregivers are often the first to notice when something does not feel right. Whether a child is experiencing emotional changes, behavioral challenges, academic stress, or difficulties at home or school, early and supportive intervention can make a meaningful difference. Mental Health Services (MHS) is committed to providing youth with accessible, holistic care focused safety, trust, and long-term well-being.
Outpatient Youth Services
Outpatient youth services at Mental Health Services (MHS) provide counseling and mental health support for children and adolescents facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. These services are designed to help young people develop healthy coping skills while offering families guidance and support throughout the process.
Youth may seek outpatient services for concerns such as anxiety, depression, mood changes, behavioral difficulties, stress related to school or peers, and challenges with emotional regulation. Services are delivered in a structured yet welcoming environment where children and teens feel safe, respected, and understood.
Family involvement is an important part of outpatient youth care. When appropriate, caregivers are included in the treatment process to strengthen communication, reinforce skills at home, and support positive outcomes beyond the therapy setting. This collaborative approach helps ensure that progress is supported both in sessions and in everyday life.
Youth Challenges Program
The Youth Challenges Program at MHS provides structured therapeutic support for youth throughout the school year, helping them build the skills needed to succeed both in and out of the classroom. This program combines mental health services with academic support, creating a stable, supportive environment that promotes growth, routine, and long-term success.
Participants focus on developing emotional regulation, strengthening social skills, and building effective coping strategies – all will continuing their education.
Program Details:
- Integrated therapeutic and academic support
- Individualized programming based on each child's needs
- Structured daily schedule (Monday-Friday | 8AM-2:50PM)
- Runs throughout the school year
- Lunch provided daily
- Indoor & outdoor activities
With a consistent therapetuic structure and flexable scheduling, The Youth Challenges Program supports youth at school, at home, and in the community.
Please call (937) 390-7960 for more information and to learn about referrals.
Youth Challenges Summer Program
Our Youth Challenges Summer Program provides a structured, supportive environment for youth to build essential life skills, improve emotional regulation, and develop healthy social behaviors – all while enjoying fun, engaging activities.
Program Details:
- When: Monday-Friday | 9AM - 2PM
- Date: May 25th-August 14th (Subject to change based on group schedules)
- Where: Mental Health Services - 474 N. Yellow Springs St., Springfield, OH 45504
- Ages: 6-18 (18 if still enrolled in school)
- Lunch provided daily
- Indoor & outdoor activities
Evidence-Based Groups:
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) | Ages 12-18
- Thinking for a Change (T4C) | Ages 11-18
- Zones of Regulation | Ages 6-11
Addressing Emerging Risks
Problem Gambling Services
Problem gambling can affect teens and young adults, particularly as digital and online platforms make gambling more accessible. Mental Health Services (MHS) provides support services to address emerging gambling-related concerns among youth and young adults.
These services focus on education, awareness, and early intervention. Youth and families are supported in understanding the risks associated with gambling, including online and digital formats, and in developing strategies to reduce harm and promote healthier behaviors.
By addressing problem gambling early, Mental Health Services (MHS) aims to prevent long-term consequences and support youth in making informed and responsible choices.
Early Support for Healthier Futures
Walk-In Youth Services
There are times when a child or teenager needs immediate mental health support. Mental Health Services (MHS) offers walk-in youth services to provide timely assessment and guidance during moments of concern.
Walk-in services are designed to prioritize safety and ensure that youth and families receive prompt attention when urgent mental health needs arise. These services help determine appropriate next steps, connect families with resources, and support stabilization when needed.
Parents and caregivers can rely on Mental Health Services (MHS) to provide clear guidance, compassionate communication, and a structured path forward during stressful or uncertain situations.
Let’s Talk About Your Child’s Needs
If you are concerned about your child’s emotional or behavioral well-being, you do not have to navigate it alone. Mental Health Services (MHS) is here to support families with professional guidance, accessible services, and a community-focused approach to youth mental health care.
Our team is available to answer questions, discuss available options, and help you determine the next steps that best support your child and family.
Crisis & Contact Information
If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 right away.
Our Offices
If your situation is not an emergency and you are an existing client or seeking services, please contact us during business hours:
If you call after hours, please leave a voicemail and your call will be returned on the next business day.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988, or chat via 988lifeline.org. Free, confidential support available (8:00am–5:00pm, walk-ins welcome) for individuals and families.
At Mental Health Services (MHS), our work is guided by service, trust, and a commitment to improving mental health access for the communities we serve.