Perimeter of West Memphis
West Memphis, Arkansas · Ages 6–17 · Inpatient + female residential · Neurodivergent program · Historic Lawrie House
Perimeter Healthcare West Memphis provides female/male acute inpatient behavioral health care and female residential treatment for youth ages 6–17, housed on the historic Lawrie House campus in West Memphis, Arkansas. The facility offers a neurodivergent specialty program and a female-only residential unit — serving some of the most complex pediatric behavioral health needs in the Mid-South region.
Who we serve
- Acute inpatient: children and adolescents ages 6–17 (male and female)
- Residential: females ages 12–17
- Neurodivergent Program: children and teens ages 6–17
Programs at this facility
Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Inpatient Treatment (ages 6–17)
Child & Adolescent Residential Treatment (female, ages 12–17)
Neurodivergent Program (ages 6–17)
Therapeutic models including TF-CBT and TBRI
Recreational Therapy
Education
Programs & Levels of Care
Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Inpatient Treatment (ages 6–17)
Inpatient care focuses on immediate crisis stabilization and resolution. Patients receive 24-hour care through a multidisciplinary treatment team including a psychiatrist, therapist, nurse or mental health technician, and discharge planner, with distinct program tracks and added-value services.
Child & Adolescent Residential Treatment (females, ages 12–17)
Our residential program is licensed as a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) by the Arkansas Department of Human Services and accredited by The Joint Commission. It is built on a foundation of Trauma-Informed Care — every aspect is designed to create an emotionally safe environment for residents and staff, recognizing the impact trauma has not just on residents but on families, caregivers, and clinicians.
A unique benefit: an acute care hospital is located on the same campus, allowing a smooth transition in the continuum of care by providing another level of care to residents who may experience an acute psychiatric crisis.
Neurodivergent Program (ages 6–17)
Specialized, sensory-friendly care for youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and sensory processing needs. Learn more about our Neurodivergent Program.
Therapeutic Models
Our clinical team uses Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). We also offer Alpha-Stim, a non-invasive cranial electrotherapy stimulation device that can help reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
Recreational Therapy
Our recreational department engages with children daily, focusing on physical needs by structuring exercise and organized sports to teach teamwork, healthy peer interactions, and conflict resolution. Expressive therapy helps children express feelings and emotions through dance, music, and art.
Education
We provide on-site education with certified teachers who develop curriculum appropriate for all youth. Class sizes are small, and educational programs are tailored to individual needs based on IEPs, with special education teachers on staff. We work with the Arkansas Department of Education to provide Math, English/Language Arts, History, and Science, plus electives.
Common conditions
- Depression/Anxiety
- Mood Disorders
- ADD/ADHD
- Crisis Intervention and Stabilization
- Suicidal and Homicidal Ideation
- Trauma
Through our Neurodivergent Program, we also care for youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), sensory processing challenges, aggression or self-injurious behavior, and difficulty regulating emotions or thriving in traditional settings.
About the Facility
About Perimeter Behavioral of West Memphis
Perimeter Behavioral of West Memphis is located in Northeast Arkansas just across the Mississippi River from Memphis, TN, in a quaint home that was built in 1939 and is registered with the National Register of Historic Places. The programs Perimeter Behavioral of West Memphis offers are designed to create an emotionally safe experience for our patients, families, and staff, be it in our acute care or residential treatment setting.
Our facility is unique as it offers both an inpatient acute hospitalization program for children ages 6–17, both male and female, as well as a psychiatric residential treatment program for females ages 12–17 on the same campus. This allows our youth to have the best treatment options possible.
Now Offering Specialized Care for Neurodivergent Youth in Arkansas — At Perimeter Behavioral Health, we understand the unique needs of neurodivergent youth. Our specialized program provides a safe, sensory-friendly environment where children and teens ages 6–17 receive individualized, evidence-based care designed to help them stabilize, learn, and thrive.
The Lawrie House — The main building on campus is a historic home known as the Lawrie House, also referred to as "the mansion." Built in 1939 and listed in the National Register of Historic Places, it was given to a daughter and her husband as a wedding present. It is the oldest still-standing occupied historical home in Crittenden County and was introduced in the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program in 1996.
Our Patient Promise
At Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis, our staff is committed to improving the lives of children impacted by mental illness. Our patient promise is at the core of everything we do:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Empowerment
Hear from the CEO
On behalf of our team at Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis, thank you for taking the time to visit our website to learn more about our team and the care and support we offer to families. Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis is committed to providing our patients and the communities we serve with individualized, quality behavioral health treatment.
We pledge to provide a comprehensive system of quality health care to help provide hope and transform the lives of children and adolescents. We are very passionate about promoting awareness of mental health and offering services to address the needs of our patients. If you are looking for help for a child or adolescent, I invite you to contact us today with questions or to receive more information on our programs and treatment. We look forward to helping your child get on a path to a brighter and healthier future.
Jason McPherson
Chief Executive Officer
About the Staff
Meet Our Team
Our multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, mental health technicians, and educators works together to provide individualized, compassionate care for every child and family we serve.
Shana Davis
Chief Nursing Officer
Assessments & Referrals
Starting the Assessment and Referral Process
The first step of the healing journey is letting someone know you need help. Perimeter is here to make this step as easy as possible.
For our acute inpatient referrals, call 870-394-7100. Our process begins with a detailed assessment performed by one of our trained professionals. We will gather some information about you and develop a personalized plan of treatment. When you call our assessment and referral team, we will ask you a few questions in order to schedule a face-to-face appointment. During an in-person assessment, a mental health professional will continue to gather more information with a thorough evaluation including history, current medication, prior treatment, etc. This will help us make a recommendation about the best course of treatment for your unique situation which may be inpatient, outpatient or another treatment option.
Our process for a residential referral begins by calling 404-998-5618. Documents needed to help make a decision on placement include clinical records (current and past treatment records), Individualized Education Plan (IEP -if applicable), outpatient records (if applicable/ex: treatment plan, medication recommendations) and psychological evaluation (completed within the last 2 years). Once the information is received, the clinical team will review and determine the best treatment recommendation for the individual whether it is residential, acute inpatient or outpatient services. If residential treatment is recommended, the facility Referral Coordinator or the Account Manager will coordinate the admission with the appropriate care giver.
Perimeter Behavioral of West Memphis residential referral process often begins with a referral from a behavioral professional including acute inpatient, outpatient providers or Provider-Led Arkansas Shared Saving Entity (PASSE) care coordinators. In addition to working with providers in the state of Arkansas, we also have built solid relationships with referral sources throughout the entire United States. Our clinical team will review any referral to ensure we are helping families find the most appropriate level of care for their loved one.
Mobile Assessments
Perimeter Behavioral of West Memphis provides face to face assessments in the community for patients and families through their mobile assessment platform. A licensed professional counselor will meet with the child in a safe and secure location to perform a level of care assessment and to make a recommendation for treatment. Often these assessments are for suicidal, homicidal or for aggressive behaviors. If inpatient hospitalization is recommended, transportation to the facility will be arranged. A request for a mobile assessment can be made by calling the assessment and referral department at 870-394-7100. These assessments are available Monday through Friday from 8:00-4:30 p.m. by request only.
Referrals
Families can contact us directly. Residential referrals often come from behavioral health professionals, including acute inpatient and outpatient providers and PASSE care coordinators, and we partner with referral sources nationwide.
For residential referrals, please send clinical records, IEP (if applicable), outpatient records (if applicable), and a psychological evaluation completed within the last 2 years. Our clinical team reviews each referral to recommend the right level of care.
Residential exclusion criteria: FSIQ below 70, pregnancy, and medical issues requiring extensive or ongoing attention.
We are Here to Help
When you reach out to us, we will walk you through the process, answer your questions and help you take that first step. It all begins with a free, confidential assessment by calling 870-394-7100. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help determine the best course of treatment for you or someone you love.
Schedule an Assessment
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What To Expect
What to bring
We encourage patients to bring:
- 5 sets of casual clothes
- 7 pairs of undergarments
- 3 pairs of sleeping clothes
- A pair of comfortable shoes for everyday wear (No shoestrings)
- Shower shoes recommended
- Sports bras only (no padding or metal)
We encourage you to bring moderate clothing as we are active daily. We are not responsible for clothing, shoes or personal items that are damaged or lost/stolen during your stay.
Laundry facilities are located on each unit to ensure patients have ample opportunity to clean their clothing on a weekly basis.
Parents/ Legal Guardians: Please come prepared with guardianship paperwork if applicable (in cases of adoption, divorce, etc.) for the admission process.
What NOT to bring
All our rules and guidelines are to create a safe environment for everyone in our facility. This includes not allowing certain items on the units. Please see the list below of restricted items:
- Any hygiene products, as these will be provided by the hospital
- Belts, scarves, shoelaces, jackets with zippers, drawstrings, spiked wristbands, or any other similar items
- Electronic devices of any type, including cell phones
- Items with a cord
- Glass of any kind including mirrors
- Outside food or beverages
- Tobacco products, E-cigarettes, lighters, matches
- Sharp objects (such as scissors, nail files, tin cans, needles, tweezers, razors, picture frames, tacks, pins, paper clips, hair pins, hair barrettes, etc.)
- Toys, games, stuffed animals
- Linens of any kind – Pillows, blankets and towels will be provided
- Pens, pencils, markers, spiral bound notebooks, hard cover books
- Piercings, spacer, and jewelry (Wedding band allowed with signed waiver)
- Provocative clothing such as short shorts or skirts (no shorter than 4” above the knee), midriff shirts, low cut or see-through shirts, tights, leggings, skinny jeans or jeans with holes
- Clothing depicting sex, violence, drugs, alcohol, death, demonic themes nor reflective of gang affiliation
- Saggy or baggy pants that reveal undergarments
- Bras with metal, removable padding or underwire
Family involvement
Communication
Therapists will be reaching out to the family either by email and/or phone. Sometimes we need additional information to provide the best treatment to the patient. Please be responsive when staff reaches out. They will provide you with their contact information in case you have any questions or concerns during the patient’s stay. Our therapists spend a lot of time with the patients providing them treatment and will get back to you as quickly as possible.
Family Session
Family involvement in treatment has shown to increase a patient’s response to treatment and for it to have a more enduring effect. We recognize the various responsibilities family members are managing and ask that you make time to meet with our therapists for this critical component of treatment.
Visitation
At Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis, we understand that a patient's family is a major part of healing and overcoming mental health challenges. We know many family members and parents fear not being able to see their loved one during treatment.
We offer visitation for our patients and their families several days a week for our acute program and scheduled visitation as well as possible home visits for our residential program. Please note that visitation may be held virtually to help prevent the spread of communicable illnesses.
For the safety of our patients, no personal belongings are allowed in the visitation area. Lockers will be provided for visitors to secure their items. Also, no outside food or drink is allowed in the visitation area. Visitation is restricted to family members 12 and older. Only two visitors are allowed at a time per patient. Each visitor must be on the approved list, provide an ID or driver’s license and have the patient’s ID number.
Phone time will be also provided for patients to have contact with their families and support system. Please refer to the program schedule or contact the facility for more details.
Discharge Planning
After treatment in our hospital, ongoing care will likely be required including a psychiatrist and therapist. We are required to have follow-up appointments scheduled prior to the patient’s discharge. We ask if you have preferred providers, that you let us know who they are. We can schedule the appointments or if you would prefer to make them to better accommodate your schedule, please just communicate who the appointments are with and the date and time. We also request that you include the patients primary care physician information. After treatment is complete, our staff will fax pertinent information such as psychiatric evaluation, medication information and the discharge plan to each of the next care providers. This ensures continuity of care and allows them all to be on the same page. We want the patient to have a smooth transition and to set them up for continued success.
Standard Charges Price Guide
It is important to note, a hospital “charge” is not the same as “expected payment.” A charge is the amount billed for a service. In the vast majority of cases, hospitals are paid considerably less than the billed amount. Hospital charges are based on the type of care provided and can differ from patient to patient for the same service. The differences between patients are related to complications or varying treatments needed due to the patient’s health.
Even though the hospital’s prices on our list are the same for all patients, actual charges for each specific patient may vary from the listed standard charges due to a combination of factors.
During your Stay
Daily Groups
A masters level therapist will provide two types of groups a day: processing and psychoeducational. Processing groups will allow you time to discuss current and past stressors, traumas, and better understanding of your feelings. Psychoeducation groups will teach you new skills such as anger management, communication, accountability and much more.
A Recreational Therapist will plan two groups a day that include activities that are educational, fun, and therapeutic.
Nurses will provide one group a day to teach patients about general health topics.
Mental Health Technicians will provide two groups a day to set goals, complete activity sheets, and practice relaxation techniques.
Individual Session
Your therapist will be meeting with you periodically throughout your treatment stay to ensure your treatment goals are being met and address any concerns you may have.
Family Therapy
Your therapist will contact the family within 24 hours to provide an update, answer any questions and gather any additional needed information. They will schedule a family session within 72 hours of admission. This will provide them a better understanding of the home dynamics which could impact treatment goals. Education on mental health issues can also be provided if needed.
Medication Management
Your psychiatric team will meet with you to do an initial psychiatric evaluation and then see you throughout your stay to make any necessary adjustments to your medication. During your inpatient stay, medication will be provided and administered by our nurses. As needed, prescriptions will be provided upon successful completion of treatment to cover until you see your outside doctor.
History and Physical
A medical doctor will meet with you within 24 hours to gather a medical history and conduct a physical. Any minor medical issues will be treated during your inpatient stay.
24/7 Nursing Staff
Upon admission, you will have a full nursing assessment completed by one of our RNs. Additionally, vital signs will be checked twice a day. The nurses will provide any needed medication education.
Meals
Our meals are planned by a nutritionist. Three nutritional, yet delicious meals will be provided each day. Additionally, snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Locations & Contact
Address
600 North 7th St
West Memphis, AR 72301
For general information
404-998-5618
870-394-7100 (acute)
For confidential assessment
404-998-5618
870-394-7100 (acute)
Hours of operation
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Mobile assessments: Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., by request
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