Evensville Psychiatric Childrens Center

Evansville Psychiatric Children’s Center (EPCC), located at 3300 East Morgan Avenue in Evansville, Indiana, provides specialized mental health care for children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral challenges. Established in 1966, EPCC is Indiana’s only fully completed state-operated facility dedicated to the psychiatric treatment of young patients. The center maintains accreditation by The Joint Commission and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. EPCC employs an interdisciplinary approach that addresses the biological, psychological, and social needs of each child, fostering growth and recovery in a safe and structured environment.

The center utilizes evidence-based programs such as Social Opportunities to Achieve Recovery (SOAR) and the Boys’ Town curriculum, providing both individualized and group interventions that teach life skills, coping strategies, and positive behavioral management. Children benefit from daily therapeutic programming, including occupational therapy, art therapy, music therapy, and educational support coordinated with Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation. Family involvement is encouraged through programs like Common Sense Parenting, which equips caregivers with the tools to support ongoing behavioral and emotional development. EPCC’s trauma-informed care model ensures that every interaction is delivered with compassion, firmness, and respect, creating a supportive environment that empowers children to thrive and prepare for successful reintegration into their home communities.