Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Empowering Children and Families Through Early Intervention
Founded in 1974, our organization began as a grassroots initiative driven by local parents, educators, and community advocates concerned about children struggling to adapt to kindergarten due to adverse childhood experiences. Over five decades, we expanded our reach and secured government support to deliver child-parent therapy and preschool mental health consultation services. Our core philosophy centers on strengthening the caregiver-child relationship as the foundation for healing and resilience.Today, we serve approximately 500 families annually, offering trauma-informed interventions and professional development training for mental health and early education practitioners. Our mission remains rooted in empowering communities through collaborative early intervention, mental health support, and educational services tailored to families facing adversity.
Services
Child and Family Therapy
Therapeutic Preschool
Perinatal Support
Early Childhood Consultation
Professional Training Programs
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in early childhood mental health interventions
- Our caregiver-child relationship focus creates lasting therapeutic impact
- We serve 500+ families annually with trauma-informed care programs
- We provide professional development for mental health practitioners
- Our community-based model addresses local family needs directly
Services
Child and Family Therapy
Our therapeutic services focus on strengthening caregiver-child relationships through evidence-based interventions. Specialized programs address trauma recovery, behavioral challenges, and emotional development for children aged 0-5. Therapists work collaboratively with families to create personalized treatment plans that promote long-term resilience and healthy attachment patterns.
Therapeutic Preschool
This program combines early childhood education with mental health support for children facing developmental challenges. Certified educators and mental health professionals collaborate to create trauma-informed learning environments. Services include social-emotional skill development, sensory integration activities, and family engagement components to support holistic growth.
Perinatal Support
We offer specialized mental health support for expectant and new mothers through group sessions and individual counseling. Services address perinatal mood disorders, stress management, and early parent-child bonding. Our programs provide practical tools for emotional regulation and foster supportive networks among participants during critical developmental periods.
Early Childhood Consultation
Expert consultation services help educators and mental health providers implement trauma-informed practices. We offer on-site support, program development guidance, and staff training to organizations serving young children. Our consultants specialize in adapting interventions for diverse cultural and socioeconomic contexts within early childhood settings.
Professional Training Programs
These initiatives provide continuing education for mental health practitioners and educators working with young children. Training modules cover trauma-responsive care, attachment theory, and evidence-based intervention strategies. Participants gain practical skills through workshops, mentorship opportunities, and case consultation sessions led by experienced professionals.
Questions
What age groups do your services cover?
We specialize in serving children from prenatal stages through age five, with corresponding family support programs.
Are your services available in languages other than English?
Our programs accommodate diverse linguistic needs through interpreter services and culturally responsive staff training.
How can families access your therapeutic preschool program?
Families can contact our intake line at 510-508-1255 for eligibility screening and enrollment information.
Do you offer virtual or remote services?
We provide hybrid service options combining in-person and virtual support based on family needs and program requirements.
What professional development opportunities are available?
We offer workshops, consultation services, and certification programs focused on trauma-informed early childhood mental health practices.
How are community members involved in your programs?
We engage volunteers, sponsors, and local partners through advisory boards, fundraising initiatives, and collaborative program delivery efforts.
