Specialized Behavioral Healthcare and Academic Services for Neurodiverse Youth
Foundations Behavioral Health provides innovative behavioral health and academic services to children, adolescents and young adults working through a wide range of mental or behavioral health issues, such as autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities and other neurodevelopmental disorders. In collaboration with families, community supports and other providers, Foundations incorporates ethical, evidence-based, culturally responsive and individualized treatment interventions while providing a nurturing and therapeutic environment that leads young people down a path toward personal and academic success.

Services
The Autism Spectrum Disorders and Neurodevelopmental Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital delivers acute care to children and adolescents ages 5 and older identified as having an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or related Disability with co-morbid psychiatric conditions.
The Residential Treatment Facility (RTF) at Foundations Behavioral Health is one of the largest programs of its kind, specializing in the care of people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities and other neurodevelopmental delays. This long-term residential program is designed to assist children with access to comprehensive behavioral health care, medical care and education in a supportive environment that fosters resilience and growth.
Licensed and accredited schools for grades 3 to 12 that integrate high-standard academics with behavioral health approaches to help students achieve success. With multiple locations, including LifeWorks Academy with a focus on students on the autism spectrum, this holistic approach to education helps students become more confident and engaged.

FACILITY &
CAMPUS
Take a virtual tour of our facility through photography. Also learn more about the general layout of our campus.

PROFESSIONAL
REFERRALS
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PARTNERSHIPS
Foundations is a proud supporter of the National Action Alliance on Suicide Prevention.

LICENSING &
ACCREDITATION
Read more about our Joint Commission accreditation and our commitment to monitoring quality standards.
Blog
Cognitive Skills for Students With Autism
Cognitive skills are the core abilities that the brain utilizes to think, read, learn, remember, reason and pay attention.
Early Signs and Symptoms of Autism in Kids
Raising a child should be a journey filled with joy, challenges and milestones. However, it's important to be aware of signs of developmental differences.
Benefits of Exercise for Children With Autism
Children and teens on the autism spectrum may need an extra motivation to sustain a fitness routine.
“Staff is extremely kind and helpful when I come to visit my son. They really seem to go above and beyond for the families they serve. They are attentive in making sure our visit go smoothly and makes us feel comfortable when I visit. I am extremely happy with the staff and all that they do daily to care for our son.”
Parent of Former Patient
“Thank you for the support you have given to my son. Thank you for giving him a sense of hope and always standing by him when others would not. I know my son has the confidence to take the next step in his life. I believe that’s because of you and LifeWorks. I thank you again from the bottom of our hearts.”
Parent of Former Patient
“Thank you for being here and helping each of us to get better. Thank you just doesn’t seem like a big enough word. Thank you for listening when I [was] hurt[ing], when I couldn’t sleep, and giving me comfort. The cooks thanks for being so funny! The food was always so good.”
Former Patient
“Thanks for all the help you guys gave me over the past two weeks. I learned so much and how to control my anger. I learned so much from this place like how to use coping skills and groups help me. I just want to say thanks and I will miss you all.”
Former Patient
Patient Satisfaction
* Data based on patients surveyed between July-December 2024.
Foundations Behavioral Health
833 East Butler Avenue
Doylestown, PA 18901-2298
Phone: 215-345-0444
Toll-Free: 800-445-4722
Fax: 215-345-7862