Adolescent & Young Adult Care
Supporting Health, Confidence, and Independence
As kids grow into teens and young adults, their healthcare needs change — and so does the way they experience the world.
At Health Care for Children, we’re here to guide them through every milestone, challenge, and transition with respect, privacy, and compassion.
From school performance and emotional health to sports injuries, menstrual concerns, and preventive care, our team provides thoughtful, age-appropriate support for tweens, teens, and young adults up to age 22.
Our Approach to Teen & Young Adult Health
Adolescence can be exciting — and overwhelming.
Our providers create a welcoming, judgment-free space where teens feel comfortable asking questions, expressing concerns, and taking an active role in their own health.
We emphasize:
- Respect and confidentiality
- Clear communication
- Evidence-based medical care
- Emotional and behavioral support
- Guidance for healthy, confident transitions into adulthood
We support both teens and parents during this stage — everyone deserves to feel heard and supported.
Common Concerns We Help With
Our team cares for a wide range of adolescent and young adult needs, including:
- Growth and puberty questions
- Menstrual health (pain, irregular cycles, heavy bleeding)
- Acne and skin concerns
- Sports injuries and musculoskeletal pain
- Sleep issues
- Nutrition and body image concerns
- Sexual health education and guidance
- Emotional health: stress, anxiety, mood changes
- School performance or focus difficulties (ADHD, learning challenges)
- Substance use concerns
- Transitioning to adult healthcare
Whether it’s a small question or a big milestone, we’re here to help.
Emotional & Behavioral Support
Adolescence is a time of major emotional growth.
We help teens navigate stress, social pressures, and mental health concerns with care and compassion.
We can help with:
- Anxiety, overthinking, or school stress
- Mood swings or irritability
- Social challenges or friendship issues
- Healthy coping skills
- Screening for anxiety, depression, and ADHD
- Referrals for counseling or behavioral therapy if needed
Your teen’s emotional health matters — and we’re proud to support their journey.
Physical Health & Activities
For active teens, health and safety matter more than ever.
We provide:
- Annual checkups
- Sports physicals
- Injury evaluation
- Guidance on training, hydration, and safe exercise
If your teen participates in school athletics, we complete all required MSHSAA/KSHSAA paperwork during their visit.
Transitioning to Adult Care
We support teens as they begin to take more responsibility for their health.
Our team helps guide:
- Understanding medications
- Managing chronic conditions
- Making informed decisions
- Transitioning to adult providers when appropriate
Building confidence now helps create healthy adults later.
How to Schedule
- Existing patients: Call (816) 792-1170, option 5.
- New patients: Start with our New Patients page to establish care.
- Bring any school, sports, or mental health forms that may need completion.
