Comprehensive Adolescent Mental Health Treatment in Pasadena, CA
When a child or teen is struggling with their mental health, families need care they can trust. HillsidesCares provides specialized mental health treatment for children and adolescents ages 6–17, grounded in a full continuum of care.
Compassionate & Nurturing Mental Healthcare for Kids
At HillsidesCares, we believe comprehensive care should be the foundation of professional mental health treatment for children and adolescents. Our programs are designed for young people who need more support than traditional outpatient therapy alone. Families are encouraged to stay involved throughout care, with regular communication, family therapy, and opportunities to visit the campus. Located in sunny Pasadena, we support families throughout the San Gabriel Valley, Greater Los Angeles, and beyond.
The Faces of Care at Hillsides: Our Clinical Team
Care at HillsidesCares is guided by licensed mental health professionals who specialize in working with children and adolescents. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with families, schools, and referring providers. Treatment is always thoughtful, developmentally appropriate, and coordinated across settings.
Mental Health Treatment Programs
HillsidesCares follows a full continuum of care, allowing each child to receive the level of support that best fits their needs. All programs are offered at our Pasadena campus and are designed specifically for youth ages 6–17. Our admissions team helps families understand program options and what level of care may be appropriate before enrollment.
Residential Care
Our residential program provides round-the-clock support in a safe, nurturing setting, with structured days, family involvement, and planned visiting opportunities to help families stay connected.
Partial Hospitalization Program
Our partial hospitalization program offers intensive daytime treatment while allowing youth to return home to their families in the evenings, supporting continuity with home life and school routines when appropriate.
Intensive Outpatient Program
Our intensive outpatient program supports continued healing while helping children and adolescents stay connected to school, family, and daily life, with schedules designed to balance treatment and responsibilities.
Affordable, Accessible Mental Health Treatment In-Network with Insurance
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- Medi-cal (Day treatment only)
- Kaiser Permanente
- Magellan
- Optum
- TriCare
Located in Beautiful Pasadena, CA
Situated on a peaceful 17-acre campus conveniently close to downtown Pasadena but in a quiet residential neighborhood, HillsidesCares offers a calm and supportive setting designed specifically for child and adolescent mental health care. Families from all over choose our campus for its balance of structure, safety, and comfort. Campus tours are encouraged so families can see the environment firsthand and ask questions before making decisions. Free, on-campus parking is available—stop in for a tour today.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Our campus includes age-appropriate residential cottages, therapy spaces, and outdoor areas that support healing, movement, and connection.
COA Accreditation
HillsidesCares is accredited by the Council on Accreditation, reflecting our commitment to quality, safety, and best practices in youth mental health care.
Our Clients Trust Us
with Their Children’s Health
It’s Okay to Ask for Help. Your Family’s Healing Can Start Today
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate this alone. Whether you are calling as a parent, caregiver, school professional, or healthcare provider, our admissions team is here to listen, answer questions, and help guide next steps.
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