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1. How do I get help for my child?

Call 530- 470-2736 and ask to speak to the Access therapist. The therapist will talk to you immediately or will return you phone call soon. The therapist will ask you to briefly describe the problem. The therapist may make an appointment for you to come into the office and talk.

2. Where are your offices?

We have two offices to serve children, one in Truckee and the other in Grass Valley. We can also serve children in their schools, at the Family Resource Centers and in the community. Frequently the first appointment is at our offices. See our

Locations and Hours page.

3. I am worried that my child is using drugs or is drinking alcohol. Can you help me with this?

We work with children and teens who are using drugs and alcohol. It is important that the youth’s family is also involved in the treatment. We frequently work with our drug treatment agencies in town: Community Recovery Resources and Common Goals. Parents and family members can also call

Community Recovery Resources directly.

4. What should I expect in the first appointment?

You will talk with a therapist privately about your concerns. The therapist will ask you some questions about you and child’s personal history and about your family. The therapist and you will fill out some paperwork. If you brought the child to your first appointment, the therapist will meet with you and the child and then the child alone. Usually further appointments are scheduled. Contact us at 530-265-1437.

5. Will I be included in the treatment of my child?

Parents, caretakers and family members are always included in the treatment of children. Parents and caregivers help create the treatment goals.

6. Do you speak Spanish?

Yes, we have two therapists who speak Spanish.  We enjoy working with Spanish speaking families and have a Promotora program that could also help them. Contact us at 530-265-1437.

7. How do I pay for these services?

We take Medi-Cal and some types of other insurance.  Contact us for more information at 530-265-1437.

8. What ages of children do you treat?

We treat children from infancy to age 19. We treat very young children by helping parents with parenting skills. Children ages 3 to 7 are often treated with play therapy. We treat children until the age of 19 and if they continue to need treatment, we can refer them to Adult Behavioral Health. See our page on Types of Treatment

9. How can I get my child to see a Child Psychiatrist?

If you believe that your child needs medication to get better, call and make an appointment with our access therapist. The therapist will have you come into the office and meet with them a couple of times and then connect you with our Child Psychiatrist. Contact the Behavioral Health department at 530-265-1437 for more information.