Our clinicians have experience working with children and their families that are experiencing:

    
     We offer affordable Counseling for kids, teens and their families.

Accessing Services

Counseling services are offered in schools, client homes and the counseling center site. Referrals can be made by calling (805) 530-6202. Each client is matched with the most appropriate, available service for their needs based on an over-the-phone screening process. We offer social skills school groups at elementary schools as well as life skills groups at different High Schools.

Standard of Practice

Training and supervision are provided to therapists in proven standard of practice for the individual, family and group therapies. Comprehensive assessments with the child, youth and primary caregiver are completed in the individual's native tongue and at the pace most comfortable for the child, youth and family. If possible, we take into consideration issues of acculturation, literacy, cultural norms and the development of trust. Assessments create the foundation for child, youth and family involvement in treatment planning. Treatment plans are living documents; reviewed and updated as treatment goals are met.

Internships

Children's Counseling Center is a recommended site for pre-licensed individuals in various stages of their careers as therapists. The Clinical Supervisors are members of CAMFT with a variety of experience leading to well-developed clinical skills. The supervisor complies with the California Board of Behavioral Science requirements to approve hours towards licensure.