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1. What type of children’s services do you provide?

We have many programs available to assist with a child’s behavior issues, including:

• Substance abuse
• Behavioral therapy
• Family functional therapy
• Teaching social skills

2. Do I need an appointment?

An appointment is necessary, unless you are in a crisis situation.

3. What is the success rate for change in a child?

The success rates vary, depending on the participation and follow-through from the parents or guardians of the youth being served.

4. What programs are available through the department?

• RAFT: A multi-component alcohol and drug service program for youth ages 12-17. It includes a seven-week education and treatment program.


• WeCan: A system of care for children with serious emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs, and for their families.


• ReDirect: Enable parents to become more helpful by making clear the rights and responsibilities of both parents and children.


• FFT: Motivation therapy, designed to change maladaptive emotional reactions and beliefs, and increase alliance, trust, hope, and motivation for lasting change.


• PCIT: Supported treatment for conduct-disordered young children that places emphasis on improving the quality of the parent-child relationship.


• SOS: A multidisciplinary team that helps family’s problem solve, and seek agency resources, which build family strengths and support.


• HOPES: A multi-agency program created to educate and help children and families dealing with sexual abuse.