Child Therapy & Mental Health Services in Bucks County, PA
When your child is struggling, you need more than surface-level answers. Blackbird Health provides comprehensive mental health care for children and teens across Bucks County, uncovering the full story behind your child's challenges and creating treatment plans that actually work.
(484) 202-0751
Hours:
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
Calls made after business hours will be returned the following day
Why Bucks County Families Are Seeking Help Now
Pennsylvania's children are facing a mental health crisis that's hitting Bucks County hard:
117,000 youth in Pennsylvania experienced a major depressive episode in 2022, and more than half received no treatment [1]
1 in 6 U.S. youth ages 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year, and less than half receive any counseling or treatment [2]
4 out of 10 PA students report feeling sad or depressed most of the time, 16% have planned suicide, and 12% have attempted suicide [1]
Half of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, yet the average delay between symptom onset and treatment is 11 years [2]
Meanwhile, families throughout Doylestown, Langhorne, Newtown, Warrington, and across Bucks County are trying to find help as their children struggle with anxiety, ADHD, behavioral challenges, or social withdrawal, only to wait months for an appointment with a provider who only addresses part of the problem.
The good news? Early, comprehensive intervention works. And you don't have to wait six months to get to the root of the problem.
What Makes Blackbird Health Different in Bucks County
We identify co-occurring conditions others overlook
In our experience, 89% of children we evaluate have multiple conditions affecting their mental health, not just one. While many Bucks County practices address surface symptoms, our whole-child diagnostic approach reveals co-occurring issues like ADHD with anxiety, speech delays causing behavioral challenges, or learning disabilities underlying depression. When we treat the complete picture, kids improve faster.
The Difference Between Getting By and Getting Better
Most families we see have already tried something. Maybe your pediatrician prescribed medication that helped a little but didn't solve everything. Maybe your child saw a therapist for months without meaningful progress. Maybe you've been told to "wait and see" when you know your child needs help now. Or perhaps you're still searching for answers about what's actually causing your child's struggles.
Blackbird Health does something different: We look at the whole picture from day one.
Everything your child needs, under one roof
No more coordinating between five different providers across Northern Virginia. Blackbird Health offers:
Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and assessments conducted by psychiatric nurse practitioners
Individual, family, and group therapy (CBT, DBT, ACT, play therapy, and more)
Medication management by pediatric specialists
Specialized psychological testing and assessment by child psychologists
Speech and language evaluations
Occupational therapy evaluations
Executive function coaching
School and community advocacy
Parent and family support
Virtual and in-person care across Northern Virginia
Our Doylestown clinic and Langhorne location serve families throughout Bucks County, and our hybrid model means your child can see their therapist in person when helpful and virtually when life gets busy. No more missing school or work for every appointment.
Often with fewer medications than they expected. Because when you treat the underlying causes and co-existing conditions instead of just symptoms, kids get better faster.
of our patients see
improvement in 6-12 weeks
Comprehensive Services for Children & Teens Throughout Bucks County
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Our licensed child psychologists specialize in pediatric mental health, not adult issues scaled down. They're trained in developmental psychology, evidence-based therapies, and comprehensive diagnostic evaluations that reveal what others miss. Whether your child needs assessment for ADHD, autism, learning disorders, or emotional challenges, our child psychologists understand the unique pressures Bucks County kids face and how to help them build skills they'll use for life.
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Whether your child needs play therapy (for younger kids), cognitive behavioral therapy (for anxiety or OCD), or dialectical behavior therapy (for emotional regulation), our Bucks County clinics offer expert child therapists who create a safe, judgment-free space for healing and growth. We tailor treatment to your child's age, personality, and specific needs, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
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Is your child struggling with focus, impulsivity, or hyperactivity? ADHD testing at our Bucks County clinics goes beyond checklists to evaluate executive function, co-occurring conditions like anxiety or learning differences, and how everything interacts. We provide clear answers and a coordinated treatment plan that addresses your child's complete needs, not just the most obvious symptom.
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If something feels "off" about how your child develops socially, communicates, or responds to their environment, an autism evaluation can provide clarity. Blackbird Health's comprehensive autism assessments look beyond checklists to understand your child's unique strengths and challenges, giving you actionable answers and a clear path forward. Most families are scheduled within 4 weeks, compared to the 18-24 month wait typical at other Bucks County providers.
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The teenage years come with unique pressures, from social media stress to college prep anxiety to questions about identity. Our therapists for teens create a judgment-free space where teens can process what they're feeling and build coping skills that actually work in their real lives. We understand the academic pressure in Bucks County schools and help teens develop resilience without burning out.
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From anxiety and depression to OCD, trauma, and behavioral challenges, Blackbird Health treats the full range of childhood mental health conditions. We accept most major insurance plans] (including Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Highmark, and Independence BlueCross) and work with families to make care accessible.
How it works
How We Help Bucks County Families: From First Call to Lasting Relief
Step 1
Schedule Your Initial Evaluation
Fill out our online inquiry form or call our Doylestown office at (484) 202-0751 or Langhorne office at (215) 278-9248. We'll gather basic information, verify your insurance, and schedule your child's comprehensive evaluation—typically within 2-3 weeks, not the months you'll wait elsewhere in Bucks County.
Step 2
Comprehensive Assessment (90-Minute New Patient Visit)
Unlike rushed 15-minute appointments, our psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners and psychologists spend real time understanding your child. We look at medical history, developmental milestones, school performance, family dynamics, and any previous treatments. We coordinate with your pediatrician and school when helpful (with your permission).
Step 4
Coordinated Treatment Plan
Based on your child's unique needs, we'll create a treatment plan that might include therapy, medication management, occupational therapy, or other services—all coordinated by one team who talks to each other. You're not juggling five different providers who've never met.
Step 3
Get Clear Answers
You'll receive a clear diagnosis and understand whether there's more than one thing contributing to your child's challenges, including any co-occurring conditions others may have missed. No medical jargon, just clear answers about why your child is struggling and what will actually help.
Step 5
Ongoing Support
Your child's care team stays in close communication. As progress happens (or if something isn't working), we adjust the plan together. We also support you as a parent throughout the process, because family support makes everything more effective.
What Bucks County Families Are Saying
How Blackbird Health Compares to Other Options in Bucks County
Questions Bucks County Parents Ask Us
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Blackbird Health accepts most major insurance plans including UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Aetna, Cigna, Evernorth, Carefirst, Highmark Health, Capital BlueCross, Anthem, and Independence BlueCross. We're in-network, which means lower out-of-pocket costs for you. Call us to verify your specific plan.
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Most families are scheduled for their initial evaluation within 2-3 weeks of contacting us. This is significantly faster than the 3-6 month wait times common at other pediatric mental health practices in Bucks County.
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Both! Most of our clinicians are hybrid, seeing patients both in-clinic and virtually. Some families do their initial evaluation virtually, then switch to in person appointments for ongoing therapy at our Doylestown or Langhorne clinic. You choose what works best for your family.
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Choose whichever location is more convenient! Both our Doylestown and Langhorne clinics offer the same comprehensive services and coordinated care. Our Doylestown clinic is ideal for families in central and upper Bucks County, while Langhorne serves lower Bucks County families. When appropriate,any families also choose to virtual care.
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Blackbird Health serves children, teens, and young adults ages 2+. Whether your toddler is showing early developmental concerns or your college student is struggling with anxiety, we can help.
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This is exactly why we do comprehensive evaluations. Often, treatments fail because an underlying condition was missed, like a child treated for anxiety who actually has ADHD causing the anxious feelings, or a teen with depression who has an undiagnosed learning disability causing hopelessness about school. When we identify and treat all the factors contributing to your child's struggles, outcomes improve dramatically.
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Very. Parents are integral to treatment success at Blackbird Health. We teach you strategies to support your child, keep you informed about progress, and coordinate with schools or pediatricians when helpful (with your permission). You're not dropping your child off and hoping for the best, you're an active partner in their care.
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Three things: (1) Our whole-child approach uncovers co-occurring conditions others miss (89% of our patients have multiple conditions), (2) We offer all services under one roof with a coordinated care team, and (3) 85% of our patients see meaningful improvement within 6-12 weeks because we're treating root causes, not just symptoms.
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Yes, when helpful. We offer school advocacy services and can help communicate with pediatricians and other providers involved in your child's care. This coordination ensures everyone is working toward the same goals and your child isn't getting conflicting advice.
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Psychiatric nurse practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice registered nurses with specialized training in mental health. They can diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, and conduct comprehensive evaluations. Most initial evaluations at Blackbird Health are performed by our experienced psychiatric NPs, who specialize in pediatric mental health.
Child psychologists hold doctoral degrees (PhD or PsyD) and specialize in psychological testing, assessment, and therapy. At Blackbird Health, our psychologists work alongside NPs as part of your child's care team, providing specialized testing, ongoing therapy, and consultation on complex cases. This coordinated approach ensures your child benefits from multiple areas of expertise.
Ready to Get Your Child the Help They Deserve?
You don't have to wait months while your child struggles. Blackbird Health is here to provide comprehensive, compassionate mental health care that gets results.
Schedule online: [Link to inquiry form]
Or call us:
Doylestown: (484) 202-0751
Langhorne: (215) 278-9248
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
We accept most major insurance plans and typically schedule initial evaluations within 2-3 weeks.