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Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City

Forrest City, AR

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient MAT Telehealth

Inpatient · MAT · Telehealth center · in Forrest City, AR · Accepts Medicaid · Private · TRICARE · Serves adolescents, trauma survivors.

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About Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City

This center provides a structured environment for healing and offers 24-hour residential care for boys ages 12–17 facing challenges such as trauma, anger, stress, and emotional regulation. The program supports a wide range of mental health needs and includes a licensed sexual rehabilitative unit for youth who have engaged in or are at risk for sexually harmful behaviors.
Therapists use trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and trust-based relational intervention (TBRI), a trauma-informed model that centers on connection, empowerment, and behavior change. Staff deliver daily services that include individual sessions, psychoeducation, recreation therapy, and medical support. They also coordinate psychiatric evaluations, medication adjustments, and ongoing assessments to align care with each youth’s treatment goals.
Residents share rooms with adjacent bathrooms and use laundry facilities on each unit. A nutritionist plans meals and includes daily snacks. Licensed teachers run small class-size schooling that follows the individualized education program (IEP) and the state curriculum. Youth participate in gym and outdoor activities and earn therapeutic outings to parks, restaurants, and movie theaters as they make progress.

Classified as residential treatment center (rtc) for children. private for-profit organization. Primary focus: 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
Inpatient · MAT · Telehealth
Service settings
Residential/24-hour residential
Therapy approaches
Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Adults
Special populations
Members of military families, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED)
Medications used
Chlorpromazine, Haloperidol, Aripiprazole, Lurasidone, Olanzapine, Paliperidone, Quetiapine, Risperidone, Ziprasidone, Antipsychotics used in treatment of SMI
Emergency services
Psychiatric emergency onsite services
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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

Full list from SAMHSA: County or local government funds; Medicaid; Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE); Private health insurance; State corrections or juvenile justice funds; State education agency funds; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid; State mental health agency (or equivalent) funds; State welfare or child and family services funds

Contact & Location

Address

1521 Albert Street, Forrest City, AR 72335

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Facility direct line

(870) 633-3200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific AR Medicaid plan. Call (870) 633-3200 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, MAT, Telehealth. Service settings include: Residential/24-hour residential. Primary focus: Mental health treatment.
Does Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Members of military families, Clients with HIV or AIDS, Clients who have experienced trauma, Children/adolescents with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
What therapy methods does Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City?
Call the facility directly at (870) 633-3200 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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