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TCAPES

Tennessee Child Access to Psychiatric and Enhanced Services 

A Free Behavioral Health Consultation Program for Pediatric Providers in Middle Tennessee

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TCAPES (Tennessee Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Education and Support) is a grant-funded program from the Tennessee Department of Health that offers free same-day psychiatry phone consultations, behavioral health training, and help connecting pediatric providers with local mental health resources.

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ABHS is the regional provider for Middle Tennessee and is proud to support pediatric primary care providers in meeting the growing behavioral health needs of children and teens —especially in areas where mental health specialists are hard to find.

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TCAPES Offers

✅ Free Same-Day Psychiatric Consultations


✅ Expert Guidance from Licensed Behavioral Health Consultants (BHCs)


✅ Training on Screening, Diagnosing, and Managing Behavioral Health Conditions


✅ Referrals to Local Mental Health Services and Community Resources


✅ Support for Medication Management and Treatment Planning

The TCAPES consult line is a provider-to-provider consultation line. It is not for patients or families.

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Enroll Today – At No Cost to You!

All pediatric-serving providers and practices in Tennessee are invited to enroll at no cost. Enrollment helps us respond to your calls more efficiently.

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Meet The TCAPES Team

Behavioral Health Consultants (BHCs)

Our BHCs handle incoming calls, offer psychoeducation, and connect providers to clinical support and community resources.

Medication Consultation Team

For med-related questions, our experienced team offers real-time consultation on psychiatric medications, dosing, alternatives, and next steps.

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TCAPES Toll-free Phone

This project is supported by a grant from the Tennessee Department of Health

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