Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

It may take a village to provide kids with the care they need to flourish, but that’s just fine with us. Our village includes some of the most experienced developmental specialists in Minnesota, such as:

At Children's, we focus on research and innovations that make a difference at the bedside. From improving day-to-day quality of life for children and teens, to developing new pain management approaches and adopting cutting-edge technologies, our research is completely kid-and-family focused.

Most families come to the developmental pediatrics program at Children's Minnesota after being referred by their child’s primary physician for direction about a variety of issues that can affect children. We are the specialists who are trained to treat these conditions that can greatly impact a child’s life. Like pediatric detectives, we do everything we can to unravel clues about a child’s developmental, behavioral or learning challenges and help find solutions.

You may be referred by your child’s primary care physician to the developmental pediatrics program at Children's Minnesota to address concerns about your child’s developmental, behavioral, social or learning challenges.

Children's Physician Access is available 24/7 with a representative on the line throughout the call to assist with referrals, consultations and admissions and to provide general information.

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At Children's Minnesota's behavioral health program, we take the time to get to know your child even before the first visit. We understand that the key to helping your child lies in learning as much as we can about your child's individual needs and concerns.

The behavioral health team at Children's Minnesota is dedicated to improving kids' emotional well-being. Our specialists are experts at helping children and teens navigate emotional terrain and manage mental health issues.

Choosing where to bring your child for care is a major decision. We understand you want all the information you can get. And you want it in a clear, straightforward form that helps you make the right choice for your family.

The behavioral health program at Children's Minnesota is full of experts who diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health issues in children and teens. Our psychologists and psychiatrists are leaders in their fields who are skilled at understanding kids and their problems — and helping parents understand, too.