CBHI Services
Support for Children. Guidance for Families. Hope for the Future.
Parenting a child with emotional or behavioral challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone.
Does any of this sound familiar?
- "My child has intense outbursts, and I don't know how to help."
- "My son is coming home from the hospital, and I'm worried about what happens next."
- "My daughter is struggling at school and getting into trouble, but nothing seems to work."
- "My teen has become withdrawn, and I'm concerned about their mental health."
- "Our family is under constant stress, and we need additional support."
If you're facing challenges like these, NCYF's Children's Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) services can help. Our experienced team partners with children, caregivers, and families to build skills, strengthen relationships, and create lasting positive change at home, in school, and throughout the community.
What Is CBHI?
The Children's Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) is a group of community-based behavioral health services designed to help children and adolescents with significant emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs. Services are individualized to meet each family's unique goals and are provided in the setting where they are most effective—whether that's your home, your community, or one of our offices.
Our goal is not only to support your child but to empower your entire family with the tools and confidence needed to succeed.
How We Help
Every family's journey is different. After getting to know your child and family, we work together to identify strengths, address challenges, and develop a personalized plan focused on meaningful goals.
CBHI services can help your family:
- Improve communication and strengthen family relationships
- Build emotional regulation and healthy coping skills
- Develop social, problem-solving, and daily living skills
- Address challenging behaviors and improve safety
- Support successful transitions following hospitalization or other levels of care
- Increase success at home, in school, and within the community
- Connect with community resources and natural supports
- Build confidence and strengthen parenting skills
Our CBHI Services
Depending on your child's needs, services may include:
- In-Home Therapy (IHT) – Family-focused therapy provided in your home or community to improve communication, relationships, and overall family functioning.
- Therapeutic Mentoring (TM) – One-on-one support that helps children and teens build social, communication, and life skills through real-world experiences.
- Therapeutic Training and Support / Family Support Services – Practical coaching and education for caregivers to strengthen parenting strategies and support their child's progress.
Why Families Choose NCYF
Families have trusted NCYF for more than 20 years to provide compassionate, trauma-informed behavioral health services.
When you work with our team, you'll have access to:
- Experienced clinicians, therapeutic mentors, family support staff, and supervisors
- Individualized, strengths-based care tailored to your family's goals
- Services delivered where your child lives, learns, and grows
- Support before, during, or after higher levels of care, including hospitalization
- Access to NCYF's full continuum of behavioral health and family support services when additional care is needed
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for CBHI services?
CBHI services are designed for children and adolescents with significant emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs who meet eligibility requirements. Our team can help determine whether these services are appropriate for your family.
Where are services provided?
Services are typically provided in your home, your community, or another location that best supports your child's goals. Some services may also be available in our offices.
How do I get started?
Families, providers, schools, and community partners can contact NCYF to learn more about available services and the referral process. Our team will guide you through each step and answer any questions you may have.
Ready to Learn More?
If you think CBHI services may benefit your child or family, we're here to help. Contact our team to learn more about eligibility, ask questions, or begin the referral process.
Want to learn more? Click here for more information or to refer a child.
CBHI Brochure
Did you know that our program provides support to families 24/7?
Our teams are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you manage difficult situations when they arise.
