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CHC has two specialized schools, each designed to meet the needs of students with different learning styles and challenges.
Esther B. Clark School

Grades K-12

Nonpublic therapeutic day school providing students with individualized supports focusing on social-emotional and behavioral growth.

Palo Alto

San Jose

Sand Hill School

Grade 2-8

Students with ADHD, dyslexia, school-based anxiety, attention issues, and social challenges.

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Bullying: What Parents Need to Know [presentation]

Ramsey Khasho, PsyD, discusses bullying and the consequences of bullying, how to identify if your child is being bullied, and what you and your school can do to help. Read more >>

ADHD & Sensory Processing Disorder [presentation]

How do we distinguish between ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder? Learn more from CHC experts about these diagnoses and the treatment options. Read more >>

6 Key Facts About Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs)

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder, meaning that symptoms are present early in life. However, ASD can be diagnosed at any age. Read more >>

Your child went to class, completed homework, and studied. He or she arrived at the exam confident about the material. But if he or she has test anxiety, a type of performance anxiety, taking the test is the most difficult Read more >>

Your Child Faces Challenges: What’s Your Journey?

Do you have a child with a learning a disability or inattention challenges? Hear from parents who have “been there, done that.” This parent panel of strong child advocates share their story of how they worked long and hard to Read more >>

My Kid Is Fine: How Teen Depression Deceives Us

by Katherine DeVaul, MD, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist After Mike and his girlfriend of three years ended their relationship, his parents expected their son to be crushed. For weeks, he was withdrawn and moody; he avoided friends and rebuffed his Read more >>

Communicating with Your Teen

Your teen is changing, and it’s a good time to rethink your approach to communication. Learn about the “think CALM” technique to better connect with and change your relationship with your teen. Read more >>

Teen Depression & Suicidality

Do you know the difference between a depressive mood, a depressive state, and a depressive disorder? How are these related to suicidality? Dr. Glen Elliott explains. Read more >>

Media & Internet Use: Sexting

Why do teens send explicit images and messages? How common is it, and how should you approach the topic with your child? Read more >>

Suicide & Depression & Extracurricular Activities

A symptom and cause of depression is isolation. Learn more about the importance of community and extracurricular activities in children’s lives. Read more >>