Referrals

Common referral reasons relate to needs that cannot be met by standard outpatient care, with social, emotional, and behavioral concerns such as major depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidality, self-harm, autism, family or peer stress, and school avoidance.

To be eligible for enrollment, children must be sufficiently verbal and able to participate in a three-hour group. Since transportation is not provided, caregivers, another responsible family member, or a family friend can drop off and pick up. Occasionally, medical cabs or child transportation services are available through schools or outside organizations.

Referring providers should call 203-789-4288—internal providers should use the CDH referral form. For children ages 5 to 7, please call us first to see whether a group is available. This varies by cohort.