For parents and teens in Sacramento 
Child & Adolescent Mental Health & Psychiatric Inpatient Treatment
Compassionate, in-person adolescent mental health treatment in Sacramento for ages 12 to 18. Psychotherapy, medication management, and real family support from an experienced adolescent psychiatric team. If your teen is struggling, you do not have to figure it out alone.
What is adolescent mental health treatment?
Adolescent mental health treatment is specialized psychiatric and therapeutic care for teens, delivered by providers trained in the unique emotional and developmental needs of this age.
The teenage years bring enormous change, and it is often when mental health challenges first appear. Adolescent psychiatric care combines careful evaluation, evidence-based therapy, and medication management when appropriate, all wrapped in genuine family support. Our adolescent psychiatrists and clinicians work with teens ages 12 to 18 to understand what is really going on and to build a plan that helps them thrive.
A note on outpatient care. Families searching for teen inpatient psychiatric treatment or adolescent mental health treatment centers are often looking for help during a difficult time. Our Sacramento clinic provides outpatient adolescent psychiatric care, which means your teen receives expert, ongoing support through scheduled in-person visits while continuing to live at home and attend school. If a higher level of care is ever needed, we will help you find the right resources.
Who can benefit from adolescent mental health treatment?
Our teen-focused care supports adolescents and families navigating many different challenges, including:
- Teens experiencing depression
- Teens with anxiety disorders
- Social anxiety and fear of judgment
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Bipolar disorder and mood instability
- Mood and behavioral changes
- Emotional regulation challenges
- School, family, or relationship difficulties
Adolescent psychiatric care, tailored to teens
Every part of our adolescent care is designed with teens and their families in mind, delivered in person at our welcoming Sacramento clinic.
Psychiatric evaluations
A thorough, teen-friendly first visit to understand symptoms, history, and strengths.
Mental health assessments
Age-appropriate, evidence-based assessment to clarify what your teen is experiencing.
Accurate diagnosis
A clear explanation for teens and parents, so everyone understands the path ahead.
Medication management
Careful, conservative prescribing when appropriate, with families involved throughout.
Follow-up appointments
Ongoing check-ins to track progress and adjust the plan as your teen grows.
Personalized treatment plans
A plan built around your teen's needs, goals, and family circumstances.
Specialized treatment for the challenges teens face most
Teen depression treatment
Helping teens rebuild motivation, connection, and hope.
- Major depressive disorder
- Persistent depressive disorder
- Treatment-resistant depression
- Personalized treatment plans
Adolescent anxiety treatment
Practical tools to help teens manage worry and fear.
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Social anxiety disorder
- Understanding anxiety symptoms
- Personalized plans and ongoing support
Adolescent PTSD treatment
Gentle, trauma-informed care that helps teens feel safe again.
- Recognizing PTSD symptoms
- Trauma-informed care
- Personalized treatment
- Consistent follow-up care
Why choose Bubblegum & Duct Tape Psychiatry for adolescent mental health treatment
Compassionate care
A warm, judgment-free space where teens feel genuinely heard and respected.
Evidence-based treatment
Approaches proven to help adolescents, delivered by clinicians who specialize in teens.
Personalized care
Treatment shaped around your teen's individual needs, not a generic template.
Family-centered approach
Parents are partners in care, kept informed and involved every step of the way.
Thoughtful medication management
Conservative, careful prescribing when it is truly needed, always with family input.
Experienced providers
An adolescent psychiatric team with real expertise in teen mental health.
Flexible scheduling
Appointments that fit around school, activities, and family life.
Insurance-friendly care
In-network with many major plans, with clear options for self-pay families.
Conditions treated at our Sacramento clinic
Our Sacramento adolescent providers diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions in teens. Tap any one to learn more about how we help.
Insurance coverage for adolescent psychiatric care
We are happy to bill insurance for eligible adolescent psychiatric services, and we offer flexible payment options for everything else. We verify your family's specific benefits before the first appointment.
In-network with many major plans
- Aetna
- Cigna
- United Healthcare
- Oscar
- Oxford (Optum)
- Carelon
- Quest Behavioral
- Regence BCBS
Coverage varies by plan, so we will verify your specific benefits before you are charged. Have a plan you do not see here? Ask us anyway, and see our Insurance Accepted page for the full list.
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Bubblegum & Duct Tape Wellness is unlike any psychiatry practice I’ve ever experienced, in the best possible way. If you’re looking for a place that blends professionalism with heart — and even a bit of fun — Bubblegum & Duct Tape Wellness is a perfect fit. I’m incredibly grateful to have found them.
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Visit our Sacramento clinic for adolescent psychiatric care
We are located in Natomas at 180 Promenade Circle, Suite 300. Bring your teen in for care, or reach out any time with questions.
Sacramento, CA 95834
Online therapy in California, answered
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What does an adolescent psychiatrist do?
An adolescent psychiatrist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats mental health conditions in teens. Care may include therapy, medication management when appropriate, and close collaboration with families to support healthy development.
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When should my teenager see a psychiatrist?
Consider a visit if your teen shows lasting changes in mood, sleep, appetite, energy, grades, or behavior, withdraws from friends or activities, or expresses hopelessness or intense worry. An evaluation can bring clarity and relief.
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How can teen depression treatment help my child?
Treatment helps teens understand and manage their emotions, rebuild motivation and connection, and develop coping skills, through therapy, family support, and medication when it is needed.
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How does adolescent anxiety treatment help teenagers?
We help teens recognize anxiety triggers, learn practical coping strategies through evidence-based therapy, and, when appropriate, use medication, so anxiety stops running the show.
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What happens during an adolescent psychiatric evaluation?
The provider meets with your teen and family to understand symptoms, history, and goals, then discusses findings and builds a personalized plan together. It is a supportive, judgment-free conversation.
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Do you prescribe medication for adolescents?
When it is appropriate and after careful evaluation, yes. Any medication decision is made thoughtfully, with the teen and parents involved every step of the way.
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Do parents participate in adolescent mental health treatment?
Yes. Family involvement is central to our approach. We keep parents informed and included while respecting a teen's developing need for trust and privacy.
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What is the difference between inpatient teen psychiatric treatment and outpatient psychiatric care?
Inpatient care means a teen stays in a facility for intensive, round-the-clock support during a crisis. Outpatient care, which is what we provide, supports teens through regular clinic visits while they continue living at home and attending school.
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What is the difference between adolescent mental health treatment centers and outpatient psychiatric care?
Residential treatment centers provide live-in care over an extended period. Our outpatient clinic provides scheduled, in-person appointments so your teen gets expert care while staying rooted in everyday life at home.
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Do you accept insurance for adolescent psychiatric care?
Yes. We are in-network with many major plans and offer flexible payment options. We verify your benefits before the first appointment.
Ready when you are
Schedule your teen's appointment today
If you are worried about your teen, the kindest first step is simply reaching out. Fill out our contact form or call the practice, and our Sacramento team will help you find the right starting point.