McDowell Center is a 28-bed residential treatment facility located in Dyersburg, Tennessee, for adolescent males experiencing mental health, behavioral, and/or substance abuse issues. Our staff is made up of licensed therapists, psychiatrists, nurses, and counselors who offer 24-hour support for our patients. We provide young men with the skills they need to improve their thinking patterns, make healthier choices, and create new futures with improved outlooks and outcomes.
McDowell Center is a 28-bed residential treatment facility for adolescent males ages 12-17 who are experiencing mental health, behavioral, and/or substance abuse issues. Our staff is made up of licensed therapists, psychiatrists, nurses, and counselors who offer 24-hour support for our patients. We provide young men with the skills they need to improve their thinking patterns, make healthier choices, and create new futures with improved outlooks and outcomes.
Services
For the treatment of severe mental health and behavioral issues such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, trauma and more.
For residents with co-occurring substance abuse issues, this track provides addiction education, along with participation in 12-Step programming and additional support groups.
A specialized program for young men who are struggling with mental health issues but have also been diagnosed with an intellectual disability.
The Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at McDowell Center for Children is a comprehensive, outpatient program designed individually to meet each patient’s specific psychiatric illness, behavioral problems and/or substance abuse issues.
Referral Information
If you’re a parent, physician or therapist seeking a program for your patient or child, fill out our form to get started.
Education Services
We’re licensed as a 6th to 12th grade school. Read more about our approach to academics.
What to Bring
Find out what your child will need to pack for a stay at McDowell Center and which items should be left at home.
Licensing & Accreditation
McDowell Center is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
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Join Our Team
McDowell Center for Children is always looking for mental health professionals who are passionate about providing quality care to children and teens. If you want to grow your career, this could be the place for you.
A Word From Our Patients
“I used to really struggle with controlling my anger. They helped me get it under control and learn ways to calm myself down.”
“I want to come back and work at McDowell someday, so I can help others the way I was helped.”
“I’ve changed a lot. I want to go to college. I want to be somebody.”
“After my son completed the program, he went on to graduate high school with honors. He is now in college, pursuing a degree in psychiatry, and he recently made the Dean’s List! You all positively impacted his life and mine. Thank you!”
“I refer my clients to McDowell because I know the staff and administration truly care about these boys. They go out of their way to make sure needs are met and that my clients get the best possible care.”
Patient Satisfaction
*Survey data was collected from July 2025 to December 2025 through Mental Health Outcomes, LLC, which benchmarks patient satisfaction data for psychiatric hospitals across the United States.
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Empathy: Supporting Healing and Trust
Empathy is at the heart of our patient-centered care, guiding how we listen, understand, and support each patient’s healing process. Learn more about our commitment to compassion and the respect we have towards all patient experiences in this short video.
Contact Us
McDowell Center for Children
711 US-51 BYP
Dyersburg, TN 38024
Local Phone: 731-286-2861
FAX: 731-286-2869
Referrals and Admissions Phone: 731-334-5334
Email: Message Us