Cleveland
Ages 4-12
Cleveland's Pediatric Intensive Outpatient Program (Intensive After School Program)
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- Is your child…
- Having meltdowns every morning before school?
- Experiencing explosive anger and aggressive outbursts daily?
- Anxious all the time and won't leave your side?
- Getting sent home from school for behavioral issues?
- Depressed, withdrawn, and you're watching them slip away?
You're doing everything right.
But your child's symptoms aren't improving.
You've tried weekly
therapy
You've worked with
the school
You're exhausted, scared, and wondering what comes next
- Weekly therapy hasn't improved your child's symptoms after 2-3 months.
- Your child recently came home from the hospital and needs ongoing support.
- Emotional meltdowns, aggressive behaviors, or extreme anxiety are disrupting your child's daily life.
- Your child is missing school regularly or getting sent home due to behavioral issues.
- Family life is consumed by managing your child's outbursts and emotional needs.
- You're worried about your child's wellbeing, but they don't need 24/7 hospitalization.
- Weekly therapy hasn't improved your child's symptoms after 2-3 months.
- Your child recently came home from the hospital and needs ongoing support.
- Emotional meltdowns, aggressive behaviors, or extreme anxiety are disrupting your child's daily life.
- Your child is missing school regularly or getting sent home due to behavioral issues.
- Family life is consumed by managing your child's outbursts and emotional needs.
- You're worried about your child's wellbeing, but they don't need 24/7 hospitalization.
There’s a level of care between weekly therapy and hospitalization that most parents don’t know exists — and it’s designed specifically for children. If you checked even one box, you’re not alone. Your child, aged 4-12, may benefit from our pediatric intensive outpatient treatment.
Cleveland's Pediatric Intensive Outpatient Program (Intensive After School Program) for Ages 4-12
At Inspire Kids, we understand that most Cuyahoga County parents don't realize there's an option between weekly therapy (1 hour/week) and full hospitalization for young children. Our Pediatric Intensive Outpatient Program (Intensive After School Program) provides the intensive support your child needs while keeping them home with family every night and in school. Your child comes home every evening. Elementary school attendance continues — we schedule around your child's school day. Your child receives 9-12 hours of therapy per week, rather than just 1. Treatment typically lasts 4-8 weeks, and you're deeply involved as a partner in helping your child succeed.
Why Cleveland Families Trust Our Children's Mental Health Programs
Led by Clinical Director Amber, who holds a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University, our experienced mental health professionals deliver exceptional, evidence-based care tailored to young children and their families. We use proven, age-appropriate treatment methods including play therapy, CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches designed specifically for elementary school-age children — and we collaborate directly with your child's school and support systems throughout the community.
"The InspireKids team shows exceptional dedication and professionalism in providing mental health services. Their compassionate approach and clinical expertise make them an invaluable asset to the community."
What Your Child Gets
A Typical Week in Intensive After School Program
Your child attends 3-5 sessions per week in a structured, nurturing environment.
Each session includes small-group activities where children connect with peers, individual counseling with dedicated Behavioral Health Therapists who specialize in childhood development, and age-appropriate skills training in managing big feelings, calming down when upset, communicating needs, and getting along with others.
Family therapy sessions keep you involved as the most important part of your child's treatment, and psychiatry services are available for medication support if needed.
Program Schedule: Sessions take place five days per week, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM, providing children with consistent structure and support throughout the day.
The outcome:
Your child learns real coping skills they can use at home, at elementary school, and with friends — preparing them for success in school and beyond.
Our group-based programming is designed to support emotional regulation, skill development, and engagement through age-appropriate, hands-on approaches, including:
- Social-emotional skill building and core competencies
- Age-appropriate mindfulness and regulation techniques
- Hands-on, experiential activities
- Sensory-based experiences to support regulation and engagement
What to Expect
Families can expect consistent communication, collaboration, and involvement throughout their child’s time in the program.
- A daily communication folder is sent home to support ongoing updates between the program and parents or other caregivers (including childcare providers, when applicable).
- Parents will be contacted at least once a week, either in person or by phone, to review progress and address questions or concerns.
- Monthly treatment team meetings are held with the family to review progress, adjust goals as needed, and ensure the child is moving toward discharge.
- Family therapy sessions are provided when clinically appropriate to support skill-building and carryover at home.
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Your Questions Answered
Take the First Step for Your Child Today
Call us for a free assessment: (216) 455-7070
Meet with our intake team
Start treatment
Conveniently located at 5595 Transportation Blvd, Suite 235, Garfield Heights — easy access from throughout Cuyahoga County, including Cleveland, Parma, Lakewood, Shaker Heights, and surrounding communities.
Early intervention for young children makes all the difference. The sooner your child gets the right support, the better their outcomes for school success and emotional wellbeing.
Don’t wait for behaviors to escalate. Call (216) 455-7070 now or email info@inspirekidsbh.com to learn more about our Intensive Outpatient Program for children ages 4-12.
Mobile Response & Stabilization Services (MRSS) in Cuyahoga County (Cleveland), call 1-888-418-MRSS (6777)
