Child Guidance Center of Mid-Fairfield County

What Child Guidance Center of Mid-Fairfield County does

Child Guidance Center of Mid-Fairfield County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing mental and behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families across seven communities in Mid-Fairfield County, Connecticut (Norwalk, Westport, Weston, Wilton, Darien, New Canaan, and Stamford). Founded around 1956-1960, the organization serves as the largest provider of child and adolescent mental health services in the region, reaching more than 700 children and 1,500 family members annually through an $4.2 million annual operating budget and a staff of 11-50 employees. Its service portfolio spans individual and family therapy, group therapy, school-based trauma programs (CBITS, Bounce Back, Trauma Informed Care training, ECCP), home-based programs (Child First and System of Care), the Prospects Extended Day Treatment program for children ages 5-12 with serious behavioral health challenges, the VOCA Victims Assistance Program, community-based wellness services, and free enrichment activities delivered with nonprofit partners. Clinical modalities include evidence-based treatments such as DBT, TF-CBT, and MATCH-ADTC, delivered by a bilingual (English/Spanish) team that includes board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrists and licensed clinical social workers. Beginning July 2020, the organization extended adult services to parents and caregivers of active clients, broadening its clinical scope beyond its prior children-and-adolescents mandate.

The organization operates through a multi-channel delivery model: an outpatient clinic at 100 East Avenue in Norwalk, embedded programs in all twelve Norwalk public elementary schools plus secondary schools, in-home service teams, and WebEx-based teletherapy introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The underlying technology stack is commodity rather than proprietary — WebEx for video sessions, PayPal for donation processing, and Indeed for recruiting — with no disclosed AI/ML, electronic health record platform specifics, or proprietary software products. Revenue is generated through a diversified nonprofit funding mix: state and local government appropriations (notably a $400,000 Norwalk appropriation for unaccompanied minors), Medicaid/Husky billings, private foundation grants, community donations processed via PayPal, and a sliding-fee client scale, while VOCA, Child First, System of Care, and school-based programs are provided free of charge. The go-to-market model is referral-driven, relying on schools, medical practices, state agencies, and social service organizations to channel clients, supplemented by direct phone outreach at (203) 299-1315 and a community partnership network (PlayBall For All, The Factory, JAM Studio, Norwalk High School soccer program). Since July 2018, Mid-Fairfield has operated as a subsidiary of the Clifford Beers Health Network while retaining its separate 501(c)(3) status and an independent board of directors.

Name

Child Guidance Center of Mid-Fairfield County

Legal name

Child Guidance Center of Mid-Fairfield County

Website

https://childguidancemfct.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Child Guidance Center of Mid-Fairfield County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing mental and behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families across seven Mid-Fairfield County, Connecticut communities, serving 700+ children and 1,500+ family members annually through an approximately $4.2 million operating budget.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (624110), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Behavioral Health for Children & Adolescents (Youth Services) (HLAFACAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outpatient Mental Health Clinics & Counseling Centers (HLAFACAA), Mental Health & Infant/Early Childhood Consultation (0–5) (EDACAFAO)

Keywords

• Child mental health services
• Outpatient behavioral health
• Trauma-informed therapy
• School-based counseling
• Family therapy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Norwalk

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: Funded by state and local government agencies including a $400,000 appropriation from Norwalk for mental health services for unaccompanied minors.
2. Medicaid/Husky: Accepts Husky (Connecticut Medicaid) as well as several commercial insurance providers.
3. Private Foundations: Funding from private foundations in the community.
4. Private Donations: Donations from community members processed through PayPal.
5. Client Fees: Sliding fee scale for families without Medicaid or private insurance. Fees adjusted to ensure affordability.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Child Guidance Center of Mid-Fairfield County provides outpatient mental and behavioral health services for children and adolescents (ages 0-21) and their families across Mid-Fairfield County, Connecticut. Services are delivered through multiple settings including an outpatient clinic, schools, family homes, and via teletherapy, and include individual/family therapy, group therapy, psychiatric evaluation and medication management, trauma-focused treatment, evidence-based therapies (DBT, TF-CBT, MATCH-ADTC), and victims assistance services.

Product overview

Child Guidance Center of Mid-Fairfield County offers a comprehensive portfolio of mental health programs and services for children, adolescents, and families in the greater Norwalk region. The organization operates as the largest child mental health provider in Mid-Fairfield County, offering a continuum of care through eight core program areas: Individual & Family Therapy, Group Therapy, School-Based Programs (including CBITS, Bounce Back, and ECCP), Home-Based Programs (Child First and System of Care), Prospects Extended Day Treatment, Community Programs (VOCA), Enrichment Programs, and Teletherapy. Evidence-based therapies offered include DBT, MATCH-ADTC, and TF-CBT. The organization serves children from birth through age 21, with recent expansion to include adult services for parents/caregivers of active clients. Services are provided at the outpatient clinic, in public schools, and in the home, with additional teletherapy options via WebEx video conferencing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VOCA Victims Assistance Program: Home, community and clinic-based clinical and non-clinical services for victims of crime including child abuse, domestic violence, bullying, and trafficking.
• Child First
• Prospects Extended Day Treatment
• CBITS
• Bounce Back
• System of Care (SOC)

Products and services

• Individual & Family Therapy Outpatient therapy for children and adolescents (ages 5-21) providing one-on-one work with trained therapists in a safe environment, along with family therapy sessions to improve family functioning. Delivered at the Norwalk outpatient clinic.
• Group Therapy Group therapy programs including Outdoor Adventure Group, Emotion Regulation and Yoga Mindfulness Group, Therapeutic Art Groups, Girl TALK, Social Skills Group, and Parenting Groups that utilize group dynamics to improve social skills, peer relationships, and problem-solving.
• School-Based Programs Trauma-focused programs delivered in Norwalk schools including CBITS (Cognitive Behavior Intervention for Trauma in Schools) for grades 9-12, Bounce Back for elementary students, Trauma Informed Care Training for school staff, and Early Childhood Consultation Partnership (ECCP).
• Home-Based Programs In-home services including Child First (early childhood intervention for children birth to age 5 and their families) and System of Care (SOC) wraparound services for at-risk children and families with complex behavioral health needs.
• Prospects Extended Day Treatment Intensive clinical treatment program for children ages 5-12 with serious behavioral and emotional difficulties, operating weekday afternoons during the school year and mornings in summer at a dedicated facility.
• VOCA Victims Assistance Program Home, community, and clinic-based clinical and non-clinical services for victims of crime including child abuse, domestic violence, bullying, and trafficking, along with community wellness linkage services.
• Enrichment Programs Free non-clinical enrichment activities including baseball and soccer clinics, running clubs, and talent shows offered in collaboration with community partners for children and families who might not otherwise have access.
• Teletherapy Online delivery of mental health services using WebEx video conferencing, enabling children and families to connect with therapists remotely via computer or smartphone.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Program Evidence-based treatment program for adolescents with high-risk behaviors, including weekly individual sessions, multi-family DBT skills training group, 24/7 phone coaching, and medication management.
• MATCH-ADTC Program Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, or Conduct Problems for children ages 6-15, treating four common mental health concerns through 33 treatment components.
• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Therapeutic approach helping children and adolescents process traumatic experiences and memories while reducing trauma-related symptoms and teaching skills to manage difficult emotions.
• Adult Services for Parents and Caregivers Mental health and family support services offered to parents and caregivers of active clients, including parent education and parent management skills training. Launched July 2020.

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Clifford Beers Health NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2018In July 2018, Mid-Fairfield joined the Clifford Beers family as a subsidiary. It operates as a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit with an independent board but gains access to Clifford Beers' clinical and operational resources. Clifford Beers serves approximately 7,000 children and 2,000 family members in the greater New Haven region and Mid-Fairfield County.
• PlayBall For AllminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWeston-based organization that collaborates with Mid-Fairfield to bring baseball enrichment programs to underserved children in the Norwalk region. Teen athletes serve as on-field mentors alongside volunteer baseball coaches.
• The Factory (Norwalk)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNorwalk-based organization partnering with Mid-Fairfield to host baseball fundamentals clinics for children.
• Norwalk High School Boys' Varsity Soccer TeamminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVolunteer soccer coaches from the high school team support soccer clinics offered to Mid-Fairfield clients.
• JAM Studio (Norwalk)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNorwalk-based arts organization collaborating with Mid-Fairfield on talent shows that offer children an opportunity to showcase their talents in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Norwalk Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool district partnership enabling CBITS, Bounce Back, Trauma Informed Care training, and ECCP programs in all Norwalk schools including 12 elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Boys Town: Nationally recognized provider of child and family services including behavioral health, in-home family support, and school-based programs. Comparable family-centered, evidence-based intervention approach and nonprofit model serving at-risk youth.
• KVC Health Systems: Multi-state nonprofit providing behavioral health, child welfare, and family preservation services across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. Comparable in-home family therapy, outpatient, and school-based program model serving at-risk children and families.
• Wellmore Behavioral Health: Waterbury, CT-based behavioral health nonprofit serving children, adolescents, and families with outpatient, home-based, and community programs. Comparable mission, funding mix (Medicaid/state/grant), and child-and-family focus.
• The Village for Families and Children: Hartford-based nonprofit providing mental health, child welfare, and family support services across Connecticut. Closest comparable CT child-and-family behavioral health provider with similar mixed outpatient, school-based, and home-based delivery model.
• Jewish Child Care Association (JCCA): New York City-based nonprofit providing residential, mental health, and family services for children and adolescents. Comparable evidence-based therapy mix, multi-site outpatient/home/residential model, and nonprofit funding structure.
• Wheeler Clinic: Plainville, CT-based nonprofit offering behavioral health, addiction, and family services statewide. Directly comparable as a CT community mental health nonprofit serving children and adults across multiple service settings including school-based programs.
• Klingberg Family Centers: New Britain, CT-based nonprofit providing behavioral health, residential treatment, and family services for children and adolescents. Comparable therapeutic, residential, and community-based programming for at-risk youth populations in Connecticut.
• Clifford Beers Clinic: Parent-affiliate organization under the Clifford Beers Health Network serving children and families in greater New Haven and Mid-Fairfield County. Operates outpatient mental health, home-based, and community programs with overlapping service model, evidence-based therapies, and Connecticut footprint.

Emerging players

• Brightline: Tech-enabled pediatric behavioral health platform offering therapy, psychiatry, and coaching via teletherapy and in-person. Targets the same child and adolescent anxiety, depression, and behavioral health populations with a purpose-built digital model that competes with Mid-Fairfield's WebEx-based teletherapy.

Broad incumbents

• Yale Child Study Center: Academic child psychiatry and psychology center affiliated with Yale School of Medicine. Overlapping clinical expertise (DBT, TF-CBT, MATCH-ADTC), referral relationships, and training pipeline for Mid-Fairfield's psychiatrists, but operates as a research/teaching institution rather than community safety-net provider.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/mfcgc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/child-guidance-center-of-mid-fairfield-county

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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