Anne Arundel County Department of Health's Adolescent and Family Services provides outpatient mental health and addiction services to county children and adolescents, ages 5 to 18 and their families.

Mental health services are offered by a team of psychiatrists, clinical social workers and psychologists who evaluate children and adolescents experiencing emotional, behavioral and developmental problems. Diagnostic evaluations, medication monitoring, and individual, family and group therapy are available. Services are offered to children and adolescents who are Medicaid eligible.

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Substance abuse treatment services are offered to children and adolescents, ages 12 to 17, who are experiencing problems related to chemical use and dependency. Services provided include individual, group and family counseling, drug and alcohol assessments, urine screening, and information and referral. Fees for services are assessed on a sliding scale based on family income. Services are also offered to adolescents who have Medical Assistance and are Medical Assistance eligible.

Hours of Operation:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30am - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

For more information or to make an appointment, contact:

• Holiday Blues
• Children and Holiday Stress
• A Family Guide to Keeping Youth Mentally Healthy & Drug Free (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services)