Hope & Healing for Teens: Inside Arkansas’ Six Bridges Clinic for Youth Substance Use
The Six Bridges Clinic in Arkansas offers compassionate, outpatient care for teens struggling with substance use and mental health challenges. Founded by Arkansas Children’s Hospital and UAMS, and funded by the Blue & You Foundation, our clinic fills a vital gap in youth treatment services—meeting teens and families where they are, without judgment.
Staff
Dr. Srini Gokarakonda utilizes an interdisciplinary health care team to treat substance use disorders and provide ongoing recovery support services at UAMS Health Six Bridges Clinic.
Our Location
The UAMS Health Six Bridges Clinic is located on the fourth floor of the UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute in the Center for Addiction Services and Treatment.
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Learn more about what you can expect before, during and after your appointment at Six Bridges.
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Talking to Adults About Mental Health
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Benefits of Mental Health Treatment
Learn about different benefits that can help you and your kid thrive. Hear from our therapists on why therapy is beneficial, along with parents who have been through therapy.
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