Child & Family Guidance Center

Child & Family Guidance Center A non-profit mental health care provider serving children, adults and families since 1896.

Child & Family Guidance Center has developed a comprehensive range of programs designed to equip adults, children, and families with the skills and resources necessary to reduce the symptoms of mental illness and emotional distress. We strive to treat the whole person with individualized treatment planning. ​Our services include the following:

​Mental Health Services
Comprehensive, outpatient mental health services are provided to children, adults, and families throughout 8 North Texas Counties including - Dallas, Collin, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro, and Rockwall. Services may be received at one of our 8 clinics or in the community, when appropriate, including individual's own home. Services include:

Psychiatric Evaluations & Medication Management
Individual Screenings & Counseling
Community-based Rehabilitation Services for Adults
Skills Training for Children
Case Management,
Comprehensive Telemedicine & Telehealth

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
​Community-based mental health care for ​adults living with a serious mental illness that interferes with their ability to live in the community, attend appointments, and manage mental health symptoms. Outpatient Competency Restoration (OCR)
Community-based services for adults who have been diagnosed with a chronic, persistent mental illness and deemed incompetent to stand trial. Safety Net (Drug Prevention & Intervention)
School & Community-based, youth program serving Dallas, Collin, & Denton counties via drug and alcohol education, goal-setting, stress management, communication skills, and anger management.

​Youth Empowerment Services (YES Waiver)
Family-centered, community-based, program designed to help children and youth, ages 3 to 18, who are at risk of out-of-home placement due to serious mental, emotional, and behavioral difficulties.

Thank you, M.L., for your honest feedback 💚Our care team is trained in trauma-informed care and invested in the well-bei...
09/30/2025

Thank you, M.L., for your honest feedback 💚

Our care team is trained in trauma-informed care and invested in the well-being of every person that comes through our doors....young or old!

Did you know Child and Family Guidance Center offers support for children as young as 3? BUT, CFGC is not just for children and families- over half of our clients are individual adults. We're here for all. We're here for you.

Learn more about our services, walk-in care and locations at www.childrenandfamilies.org or call us now at 214.351.3490

The world can feel overwhelming sometimes. You're not alone. But, it's important to recognize when it appropriate to see...
09/24/2025

The world can feel overwhelming sometimes. You're not alone. But, it's important to recognize when it appropriate to seek professional support. Our team of caring professionals can help connect you with the tools and resources to navigate challenging times. Give us a call at 214-351-3490 or walk in to any of our 6 locations between 8a and 2p, Monday through Friday and you will be seen the same day.

Take care of yourself. Mental health matters.

Find a location near you. Visit www.childrenandfamilies.org

It's not too late to give! Mental health support is more critical than ever. Your donation this North Texas Giving Day a...
09/18/2025

It's not too late to give! Mental health support is more critical than ever.

Your donation this North Texas Giving Day allows families to access trauma-informed care, individual & family counseling, parenting & anger management tools....and so much more!

Make a difference today and give now.

Northtexasgivingday.org/child-family-guidance-center

Today is North Texas Giving Day and Child & Family Guidance Center needs your support. Every donation matters, but every...
09/18/2025

Today is North Texas Giving Day and Child & Family Guidance Center needs your support. Every donation matters, but every gift over $25 makes us eligible for more bonus funds from the Communities Foundation of Texas!

Your support of CFGC enables us to provide affordable, accessible, quality mental healthcare for families all across North Texas. Change a life today by making a donation here:

https://www.northtexasgivingday.org/organization/child-family-guidance-center

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05/17/2025

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💪🏼 We’ve got music, prizes, snacks and tons of mental health resources!

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Our pharmacies in Dallas, Plano, and Waxahachie are open to the public! Child & Family Rx offers free home delivery (up ...
03/25/2025

Our pharmacies in Dallas, Plano, and Waxahachie are open to the public!
Child & Family Rx offers free home delivery (up to 50 miles), free medication review and pharmacy consults, and affordable vaccinations!
For questions, please call us at 972.548.9484. We look forward to serving you!

We love hearing feedback from our clients! Please leave us a review on Google or by clicking the link below. Your commen...
03/24/2025

We love hearing feedback from our clients! Please leave us a review on Google or by clicking the link below. Your comments help us improve our client experience so that we are providing quality, compassionate services.

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Anxiety can be crippling, but there are ways you can try to manage the symptoms at home. Exercising, meditating, and pra...
03/17/2025

Anxiety can be crippling, but there are ways you can try to manage the symptoms at home. Exercising, meditating, and practicing breathing exercises are great ways to help you stay grounded and focused on what's real and around you.

If you have persistent anxiety and it's starting to interfere with your life, it may be time to see a professional. To make an appointment, give us a call at 214.351.3490. Walk-in hours are available but vary by clinic location - to see a list of locations and hours, please visit our website at ChildrenAndFamilies.org.

Nearly 60 million American adults experienced mental illness in 2021. That's nearly 1 in 5 adults. More than likely, you...
03/13/2025

Nearly 60 million American adults experienced mental illness in 2021. That's nearly 1 in 5 adults. More than likely, you have interacted with or spoken to someone who is struggling with their mental health.

The demand for mental health services continue to rise - and we're here to meet the need. Affordable services, eight clinics across seven counties -- we're bridging the gap.

To learn more about our services or to donate to support our mission, visit ChildrenAndFamilies.org.

Address

Dallas, TX

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12143513490

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Services Offered

Child & Family Guidance Center has developed a comprehensive range of programs designed to equip adults, children, and families with the skills and resources necessary to reduce the symptoms of mental illness and emotional distress. We strive to treat the whole person with individualized treatment planning. ​Our services include the following: ​

​Mental Health Services

Comprehensive, outpatient mental health services are provided to children, adults, and families throughout 8 North Texas Counties including - Dallas, Collin, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro, and Rockwall. Services may be received at one of our 8 clinics or in the community, when appropriate, including individual's own home. Services include:


  • Psychiatric Evaluations & Medication Management