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Children's Health Council

CHC Clinical Services

Worried about your child, teen or young adult?

Whether you know exactly what’s going on with your child and are ready to get help, or you just know something’s not right and are looking for answers, CHC Clinical Services is here for you and your family. We’ve been a trusted community resource for over 65 years providing life-changing services for ADHD, learning differences, anxiety and depression and autism.

  • You get a quick response so your child can start to feel better soon.

  • Your team works together to really understand your child.

  • Your child will get better because evaluation and therapy work.

Get help now.

Contact us today to speak with a Clinical Services Coordinator.

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How We Help

Best-in-class psychological services for young children through young adults.

Teletherapy

Our specialists are here to support you and your family with safe, teletherapy appointments.

Evaluations

Our teams of experts offer the most comprehensive set of evaluation services on the Peninsula.

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Therapy

Our specialists work together and share expertise to discover what's really going on with each child.

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DBT Skills Groups

Intensive therapeutic approach teaching social-emotional and resilience skills for life

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Teen Mental Health

Our experienced team is ready to help teens and families overcome challenges throughout the adolescent journey

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Rise IOP

Twelve-week comprehensive DBT intensive outpatient program (IOP) for teens (ages 13-18)

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Ravenswood Initiative

Bilingual, bicultural support for kids, parents, families and educators in East Palo Alto and Belle Haven Community.

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Santa Clara
Medi-Cal

Mental and behavioral health services for clients with Santa Clara Medi-Cal Insurance.

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Early Support for Autism (ESPA)

Support, education and guidance for families beginning their journey with autism

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Making an Impact

For over 65 years, families in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties have come to rely on CHC as a trusted partner and top-rated provider of life-changing services. We are proud of our impact and client satisfaction. We are honored to get to know your family. Read more of CHC’s impact and outcomes.

  • 91 %
    of families

    who received evaluations would return to CHC for services.

  • 100 %
    of all children

    see positive gains after 6-12 months of therapy.

  • 93 %
    of families

    are highly satisfied with the evaluation they received at CHC.

  • 95 %
    of parents

    are satisfied with their first appointment at CHC.

CHC is like family. They took us under their wing and made sure we got the help and healing we needed for our son and for ourselves.
— CHC Parent

Ready to find answers?

Call a Clinical Services Coordinator today to make an appointment.

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Clinical Services News

Children’s Health Council and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Celebrate 30 Years of Partnership

providing an APA-approved doctoral internship program in clinical and pediatric psychology In 1990, the American Psychological Association (APA) accredited a consortium internship program between Children’s Health Council (CHC) and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford (LPCH). Thirty years later, the ...

CHC in the News: Mental Health Experts on Managing Back to School Anxiety Amid Pandemic

Dr. Vidya Krishnan, Head of Adolescent Mental Health Services and Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Children's Health Council, appeared on KTVU News to discuss strategies for coping with the anxiety and stress  many families are experiencing as children head back ...

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Is This Normal? Top 5 Things to Know About Your Young Child’s Development

Clinical Psychologist and Early Childhood Program Manager for CHC, Melanie Hsu, PhD, discusses five important areas of child development and when to consider seeking help.

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The ADHD/LD, Stress, Anxiety Connection

Individuals with ADHD and learning differences (LD) often experience stress, anxiety and other mental health conditions. Chief Schools Officer at CHC, Chris Harris, MEd, discusses the interrelated nature of ADHD, LD and anxiety and how you can support your child.

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When a Child’s Emotions Spike, How Can a Parent Find Their Best Self?

In good times and in hard times, parents can take steps to help their children strengthen their emotional competence. Parents may not always feel up to this task, yet parenting can be an opportunity for adults to strengthen their own emotional intelligence.

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Community Education Sessions

Browse our wide array of practical sessions and view dates and times for parent support groups. Parent Support Groups and Community Ed sessions do meet virtually. All are welcome!

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