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Daryl Daugs, Director
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Vision… To advocate and support both children and their caregivers by teaching them lasting skills to assist them in overcoming tomorrow’s adversities.
The Children’s Unit… is committed to providing Walla Walla’s children quality mental health care ages four to seventeen. The unit has four full time Master level mental health professionals.
Children who are eligible for outpatient mental health services and have a covered diagnosis will receive brief or intensive therapy, wrap-around case management services, and if appropriate, medication management services.
Services are tailored to meet the needs of your child and are fitted to your family. An individualized treatment plan is developed in collaboration with your child, the caregiver/s, and any informal and formal support systems including schools, physicians and community professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions…
Question: How do I enroll my child in services?
Answer: Call us at 509-524-2920 and ask to schedule an intake appointment.
Question: Does my 13 year old have the right to say “no” to mental health services?
Answer: Yes. The Age of Consent in the State of Washington is thirteen. Any child thirteen years or older can decline treatment without the consent of their parent. Please see: Age of Consent-Outpatient Treatment of minors
Question: What does the average children’s therapist caseload look like?
Answer: Clinicians carry a caseload between 25 and 30 individuals.
Question: What is the average length of time a child remains in service?
Answer: Each child’s presenting needs are different and as such the length of service is dependent upon many factors.
Question: What if my child does not meet Access to Care Standards. What can I do?
Answer: As a parent, you have the right to appeal your child’s denial. If your child is 13 or older, they may appeal the decision on their own. To appeal, contact one of the following: Behavioral Health Care Organization, the Greater Columbia Behavioral Health or the Ombuds.