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Lakeland Behavioral Health System

Springfield, Missouri · Part of Acadia Healthcare

Level of care
Inpatient, Psychiatric residential (PRTF), Intensive outpatient (IOP)
Ages
6 to 17
Insurance
Aetna, Anthem, Cenpatico, Cigna and 7 more

Listed as operating. 7 sources, newest retrieved Jun 23, 2026. Record researched Jun 23, 2026.

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Published program summary

A long-standing, dedicated youth psychiatric hospital in Springfield offering a full continuum from acute inpatient stabilization (individualized length of stay) through 3-6 month psychiatric residential (PRTF) care, with an accredited on-site school (Lakeland Regional School) and specialized tracks including coed, gender-specific, and a sexually-maladaptive-youth unit.

Services and populations

Genders served
All genders served; coed units plus gender-specific (male and female) programs
Specialties
Child & adolescent mental health disorders, Trauma / abuse recovery, Family conflict, Sexually maladaptive behavior (specialized male unit), Military dependents (TRICARE-eligible)
Modalities
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed / TF-CBT, Individual therapy, Group therapy, Family therapy, Medication management, Music therapy, Animal-assisted therapy, Art therapy, Recreational therapy

Admissions

Typical length of stay
Residential (PRTF): about three to six months. Acute inpatient: individualized / not predetermined.

Insurance and payment

Insurance listed
Aetna, Anthem, Cenpatico, Cigna, Coventry, First Health, Health Net, Medicaid, TRICARE (Military), United Healthcare, WellPoint

Credentials and public record

Accreditation
The Joint Commission
Public record
Not yet checked
License
Not yet checked
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Location

Address
440 S Market Ave, Springfield, MO 65806
County
Greene County

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