Kennedy Krieger Institute

The Kennedy Krieger Institute, located at 1741 Ashland Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland, is nationally recognized for its comprehensive mental health services for children, adolescents, and families affected by trauma, developmental challenges, and complex psychiatric conditions. Through its Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress and the Center for Developmental Behavioral Health, the institute offers a full continuum of trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care. Services span prevention, early intervention, comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, and both short- and long-term therapeutic support. The institute’s expertise includes treating children who have experienced sexual abuse, physical abuse, domestic violence, community violence, or stressors related to immigration and adoption.

Clinicians at Kennedy Krieger are highly trained in a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Multidisciplinary teams of psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, and nurses collaborate to create personalized treatment plans for conditions such as PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, Tourette syndrome, OCD, and behavioral disorders. Bilingual services are offered to Spanish-speaking Latino families, ensuring culturally competent care. Additionally, the institute provides support for neurodiverse populations through its Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation (CASSI), reinforcing its commitment to serving children with developmental and medical complexities. Telehealth options and group therapies further expand access to these essential mental health services.