Cutting-Edge Youth Programs
Empowering Youth, Strengthening Families, Building Communities
At CCYSB, we are dedicated to advocating for and supporting youth and families in Richmond and Contra Costa County. Our programs are designed to bridge service gaps, ensuring that families have access to the resources, care, and guidance they need to thrive.
Our Approach
Family-Centered: We believe in strengthening families by providing them with the tools and resources to overcome challenges and build resilience.
Community-Led: Since our establishment as a nonprofit in 1985, we have fostered strong inter-agency collaborations, ensuring a coordinated and holistic approach to care.
Wraparound
Comprehensive Support for Children & Families
CCYSB’s Wraparound Services provide person-centered, strengths-based, and holistic support for Medi-Cal eligible youth (ages 5-21) and their families. Also known as EPSDT (Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment), Wraparound is a collaborative and structured model of care that ensures children and youth with mental health and/or behavioral needs receive the support they need at home, school, and in the community.
How Wraparound Works
A team of professionals, family members, and community partners collaboratively develop and implement an individualized plan tailored to the youth’s unique needs. This plan follows the four key phases of Wraparound:
- Engagement & Team Preparation
- Initial Plan Development
- Implementation & Ongoing Support
- Transition & Graduation
Our trained Care Coordinators work closely with families to identify their strengths, challenges, and goals, ensuring that services are culturally responsive, flexible, and effective.
Services Include:
- Mental health & behavioral support
- Skill-building & life coaching
- Family support & advocacy
- Access to community resources & social services
- Crisis prevention & intervention
- Educational & vocational support
Kinship
Supporting Relative Caregivers
Our Kinship Program assists relative caregivers who have taken custody of minor children due to the absence of their birth parents.
Services Include:
- Case management & advocacy
- Support groups & peer mentorship
- Family activities & respite care
- Transportation assistance
- Tutoring & academic support
- Independent Living Skills Program (ILSP)
- Teen & youth development programs (Girl Scouts, Teen Girls Group)
Kinship Mentoring Program (Family Enhancement Collaborative)
Operating in West Contra Costa County, this initiative promotes relative caregiving as the first option for displaced children. Many children enter foster care because their extended family lacks the resources to care for them. Our program empowers families by ensuring they receive the financial, emotional, and practical support needed to provide stable homes.
CCYSB partners with Contra Costa County Employment & Human Services, Family Stress Center, and Uplift Family Services to expand resources and advocacy for Kinship families.
Differential Response (DR Path II & Aftercare Services)
Early Intervention & Community-Based Support
Differential Response (DR) is a collaborative program between CCYSB and Contra Costa County Children and Family Services (CFS). This initiative ensures that families who have been reported for potential neglect or abuse receive preventative support rather than entering the formal child welfare system.
Our Approach:
- Community-Based Intervention: Families remain in their own homes and communities rather than entering child welfare.
- Comprehensive Case Management: Families receive ongoing needs assessments, advocacy, home visits, and referrals to support services.
- Trauma-Informed & Culturally Responsive Care: We address the root causes of challenges, including domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental health concerns.
Our Goal:
By engaging parents with resources and support early, we help prevent future CFS involvement, strengthen families, and create safer home environments for children.
Individual, Family & Group Therapy
Healing & Growth Through Trauma-Informed Care
At CCYSB, we provide comprehensive Specialty Mental Health Services designed to support youth and their families in overcoming life’s challenges. Our licensed therapists and mental health professionals offer individual, family, and group therapy using trauma-informed, culturally responsive approaches to promote healing, resilience, and emotional well-being.
Who We Serve
Our services are available for youth ages 5-21 and their caregivers, addressing a range of mental health concerns, including:
- Anxiety & depression
- Trauma & PTSD
- Grief & loss
- Family conflict & relationship challenges
- Behavioral & emotional regulation
- School & social difficulties
Our Therapeutic Approach
We utilize evidence-based, client-centered practices to meet the unique needs of each individual and family, including:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Play Therapy (for younger children)
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
- Group Therapy for peer support and skill-building
How Our Specialty Mental Health Services Work
- Assessment & Goal Setting – Our team collaborates with clients to evaluate needs and develop a personalized treatment plan.
- Individual, Family & Group Therapy Sessions – Clients receive ongoing therapeutic support tailored to their needs.
- Skill Development & Coping Strategies – Therapy focuses on strengthening emotional regulation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ongoing Support & Referrals – If needed, we connect families with additional resources such as case management, psychiatric support, and community-based services.
At CCYSB, our mission is to empower youth and families through compassionate Specialty Mental Health Services, fostering healing, growth, and brighter futures.
Workforce Development & Education
Preparing Youth for Success
CCYSB’s Workforce Development & Education programs equip youth with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to build brighter futures. By offering career readiness training, mentorship, and educational support, we empower young people to achieve economic independence and long-term stability.
Our Services
- Career Coaching & Job Readiness Training – Resume building, interview skills, workplace professionalism, and career exploration.
- Paid Internships & Job Placement Assistance – Hands-on experience and connections to employment opportunities.
- Financial Literacy Education – Budgeting, savings, and financial planning to support long-term success.
- High School Completion & GED Support – Tutoring, test preparation, and academic counseling.
- College & Vocational Training Pathways – Assistance with college applications, scholarships, and trade school enrollment.
Who We Serve
We support youth ages 16-24 who are:
- Seeking employment opportunities
- At risk of dropping out or disconnected from school
- Facing barriers such as homelessness, system involvement, or financial instability
Our Impact
Through individualized coaching and real-world experience, our Workforce Development & Education programs help young people gain confidence, find stable employment, and break cycles of poverty.
Community Outreach & Prevention
Strengthening Families & Promoting Well-Being
At CCYSB, we believe that early intervention and community engagement are key to preventing crises before they arise. Our Community Outreach & Prevention programs connect youth and families with vital resources, education, and support to foster healthy relationships, mental well-being, and community resilience.
Our Services
- Violence Prevention & Intervention – Addressing youth violence, gang involvement, and community safety through mentoring, conflict resolution, and outreach programs.
- Mental Health Education & Awareness – Providing workshops on emotional wellness, stress management, and trauma recovery.
- Parent & Caregiver Support Groups – Helping families strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate parenting challenges.
- Youth Leadership & Peer Mentoring – Empowering young people to become advocates for change in their schools and communities.
- Substance Use Prevention – Offering education and support to prevent and reduce substance use among youth.
Community Partnerships
We work closely with schools, faith-based organizations, healthcare providers, and local agencies to expand outreach efforts and ensure comprehensive support.
Why Prevention Matters
By addressing root causes and risk factors early, we help families build stronger, healthier futures—preventing crises, reducing system involvement, and fostering long-term stability.