Child Savers

200 North 22nd Street, Richmond, VA 23223

Est. 1924 1 care level
(833) 567-5838 Free · Confidential · 24/7

Key Facts About Child Savers

  • Location: Richmond, VA
  • Levels of Care: Outpatient
  • Insurance: Accepts 24 providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield
  • Therapies: 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Online Therapy and more
  • Help Available: Call (833) 567-5838 for free insurance verification and placement assistance

About Child Savers

ChildSavers provides mental health services to children and families in Richmond. They support kids facing trauma, behavioral challenges, and domestic or sexual abuse through outpatient, virtual, school based, and 24/7 crisis programs. Serving children across Richmond in schools, clinics, and homes, ChildSavers makes care accessible anytime, anywhere.
The center uses a trauma informed approach that builds resilience and emotional strength in children. Therapists employ creative methods such as art, play, and sand tray therapy to help kids express feelings and develop coping skills. Family therapy and psychiatric care strengthen each child’s support system and promote long term emotional well being.
Beyond therapy, ChildSavers offers Immediate Response, a 24/7 year round crisis service providing fast, compassionate intervention for children experiencing trauma in Richmond. They also deliver school based services in Richmond Public Schools, Hopewell City, and Colonial Heights, bringing care directly to students to support their emotional and behavioral health in familiar settings.

Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Child Savers provide structured pathways to evidence-based care. Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)

Who This Center Serves

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Services Offered

Mental health treatment Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children
Outpatient
Outpatient mental health facility
Activity therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy Couples/family therapy Dialectical behavior therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy Group therapy Individual psychotherapy Telemedicine/telehealth therapy Abnormal involuntary movement scale
Private non-profit organization
County or local government funds Community Mental Health Block Grants Community Service Block Grants Medicare Medicaid Federal military insurance (e.g., TRICARE) Other State funds Private health insurance Private or Community foundation 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
Payment assistance (check with facility for details) Sliding fee scale (fee is based on income and other factors)
Clients who have experienced trauma Persons with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Smoking permitted in designated area
Children/Adolescents Young Adults Adults Seniors
Spanish
Vaping permitted in designated area
Court-ordered outpatient treatment Family psychoeducation Suicide prevention services

What to Expect at Child Savers

1. Initial Assessment

A clinical team evaluates your history, needs, and goals to create a personalized plan.

2. Active Treatment

Evidence-based therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy, typically 5 days.

3. Progress & Recovery

Regular progress reviews, skill-building sessions, and adjustment of your treatment plan.

4. Aftercare Planning

Continued support, relapse prevention strategies, and connections to community resources for lasting recovery.

Understanding Your Treatment Options

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions in the recovery journey. Research published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) shows that treatment duration, therapeutic approach, and aftercare planning are the three strongest predictors of long-term sobriety.

Child Savers offers 1 distinct levels of care, allowing patients to step through treatment intensities as they progress.

The facility utilizes 8 evidence-based therapeutic modalities. According to NIDA research, combination therapy approaches that integrate behavioral interventions (such as 1-on-1 Counseling and Family Therapy) with holistic support show significantly improved outcomes compared to single-modality programs.

Under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, most commercial insurance plans are required to cover substance abuse treatment. Child Savers works with 24 insurance providers. Call (833) 567-5838 to verify your specific coverage and learn about out-of-pocket costs before admission.

Levels of Care

Available treatment intensities

Treatment Philosophy

Individual Treatment Trauma Informed Family Involvement

Verify Your Insurance Coverage

Free verification · Know your costs before you commit

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Frequently Asked Questions

Child Savers accepts 24 insurance providers including Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Bright Health, CareFirst. Coverage varies by plan. Call (833) 567-5838 for free verification.

Child Savers offers Outpatient, with therapies including 1-on-1 Counseling, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Online Therapy. Plans are individualized.

Costs vary by level of care, duration, and insurance. Most major insurance is accepted. Call (833) 567-5838 for a free cost estimate.

Yes. Browse all centers in VA or call (833) 567-5838 for recommendations.

Treatment starts with a comprehensive assessment, then a personalized plan with individual therapy, group sessions, and evidence-based methods. Programs typically last 5 days. Aftercare planning ensures ongoing support.

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