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Kennedy Krieger Institute Baltimore - Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress

Middletown, RI

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Outpatient Dual Dx Telehealth

Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in Middletown, RI · Accepts Medicaid · Medicare · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, seniors, trauma survivors.

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About Kennedy Krieger Institute Baltimore - Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress

Located near Johns Hopkins Hospital, this outpatient center supports youth ages 2 to 21 and their families through trauma recovery. The program treats conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and stress related to abuse, neglect, and violence. Families receive services in a setting built around emotional healing and community connection.
The team uses therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and parent-child interaction therapy to help youth manage emotions and restore safety. They combine talk, movement, and play-based approaches with strong caregiver involvement. Every treatment plan focuses on supporting emotional regulation and building healthy relationships.
Clinics include services for Spanish-speaking families, support for children with developmental disabilities, and trauma-specific care for youth affected by early childhood abuse. Family sessions, mindfulness-based activities, and group support build resilience and create safe paths forward for children and their caregivers.

Classified as outpatient mental health facility. private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Outpatient · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Recovery supports
Housing services, Mentoring/peer support
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

Verify coverage
Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicare; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Other State funds; Private health insurance; Private or Community foundation; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

31 John Clarke Road, Middletown, RI 02842

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Facility direct line

(443) 923-5980

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kennedy Krieger Institute Baltimore - Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Kennedy Krieger Institute Baltimore - Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific RI Medicaid plan. Call (443) 923-5980 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Kennedy Krieger Institute Baltimore - Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress offer?
This facility offers: Outpatient, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does Kennedy Krieger Institute Baltimore - Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Young adults, Seniors or older adults, Criminal justice (other than DUI/DWI)/Forensic clients, Clients with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Kennedy Krieger Institute Baltimore - Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Kennedy Krieger Institute Baltimore - Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress?
Call the facility directly at (443) 923-5980 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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