Adult Inpatient Mental Health
Adult Inpatient Mental Health
Expert treatment when a mental health crisis requires hospitalization.
When a mental health crisis makes it difficult to stay safe or manage daily life, inpatient treatment can provide the support and stability you need. Kootenai Health provides short-term inpatient mental health treatment for adults 18 and older in Coeur d’Alene, with psychiatric, medical and therapeutic support in one hospital setting.
Our team works with you to understand what you’re experiencing, stabilize symptoms and develop a personalized treatment plan. Psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, case managers and other specialists work together throughout your stay and help you prepare for a safe transition back to your community.
Specialized Mental Health Team
Whole-Person Treatment
7–10 Day Average Stay
What to Expect
Understanding Your Needs
When you arrive, staff will meet with you to answer questions and help you settle into the unit. The first part of your stay focuses on understanding what you’re experiencing and what support you need.
Your assessment may include:
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Nursing assessment
- Physical evaluation
- Psychosocial assessment
Your team will use this information to develop a personalized treatment plan.
What to Bring
Because safety is a priority, personal items are limited during your stay. Unit clothing, socks and shoes are provided, and cell phones and computers are not available while you are on the unit.
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Adult Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Care Services
Who We Help
Adult inpatient mental health treatment is for adults ages 18 and older experiencing a mental health crisis or severe symptoms that require hospitalization and stabilization.
We treat conditions including:
- Depression and other mood disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related disorders
- Co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
Assessment & Diagnosis
Your team will evaluate your physical and mental health to better understand your symptoms and determine the treatment and support you need.
Assessment may include:
- Psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis
- Nursing assessment
- Physical evaluation
- Psychosocial assessment
Treatment & Support
Your treatment plan is based on your individual needs and may include:
- Medication management
- Individual therapy
- Family therapy
- Group therapy, including evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
- Coping skills development
- Medication education
- Recovery and relapse prevention
- Safety planning
- Discharge planning
Support for Your Physical Health
Hospitalists round as-needed, with physical therapy, occupational therapy, EKGs, imaging and other hospital services available when needed.
Additional Services
Your Treatment Team
Your treatment team brings together psychiatric, medical and therapeutic expertise to address your mental health, physical health and needs after discharge. Depending on your treatment plan, your team may include:
Board-certified Adult Psychiatrists
Medical doctors who specialize in adult mental health, including diagnosis, medication management, and treatment planning.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
Advanced practice nurses who assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions, often providing medication management and therapy.
Certified Chemical Dependency Specialists
Professionals trained to support individuals with substance use disorders through education, counseling, and recovery planning.
Masters-level Therapists
Licensed clinicians who lead individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT.
Recreational Therapists
Use creative and physical activities to support emotional healing, build coping skills, and encourage social connection.
Mental Health Specialists
Support patients through therapeutic activities and daily interactions, helping reinforce treatment goals in real time.
Case Managers
Help coordinate care, connect patients with resources, and support discharge planning for a smooth transition forward.
Nurses
Deliver compassionate, around-the-clock care, monitor progress, and support both physical and emotional well-being.
