Child & Adolescent
Behavioral Health
C&A 's Month of Giving is chaired by Jenn Dyer. This year's Month of Giving supports the vital programs and services the agency offers to youth. Donate today!
C&A's Month of Giving is March 1-31
Career Opportunities Call Us Today

Child & Adolescent
Behavioral Health
C&A's Month of Giving is March 1-31
C&A 's Month of Giving is chaired by Jenn Dyer. This year's Month of Giving supports the vital programs and services the agency offers to youth. Donate today!
Career Opportunities Call Us Today
MISSION & VISION
Health, hope, happiness and opportunity for all children, youth and families
Strengthening our community by empowering youth and families to build healthy, resilient lives.

MISSION & VISION
Health, hope, happiness and opportunity for all children, youth and families
Working together as the premier resource for emotional and behavioral health services and products that help children, youth and families successfully meet life's challenges.
UPCOMING EVENTS
April 11
Plain Kindergarten Fair
Saturday, April 11
All Plain School-based providers will be at the Plain Local Kindergarten Fair at each elementary school building.
March 1 -31
Month of Giving Campaign
Agency's Annual Appeal
C&A's Month of Giving will take place through
March 31.
APPLY TODAY
Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health is one of the Top 20 Best Non-profit companies to work for in Stark County by Cleveland Plain Dealer's Top Workplaces and Zippia.com. The agency was recently named a Thrive Workplace by the Ohio Psychology Association.
TESTIMONIALS
Tiffany Martin, LPCC-s – Assessor and Lake Middle & High School Provider
"So far so good. Impressed with the speed in which we were scheduled. Everyone was helpful and understanding and my kiddo said that so far he likes this office more than the other one we tried. Hopeful for some good outcomes for him"
A Satisfied client
Catherine McGowan, LPCC-s – TH Assessor
“The intake process was smooth and they made sure I had everything I needed for the telehealth appointment "
- A Satisfied client
Emma Farkas, Psy.D. - SIBR
"My son and I both love Dr. Emma Farkas! She’s awesome!"
- A satisfied client
Dr. Hayford – MSU
"Dr. Liz is astute, sensitive, and knowledgeable. Her expertise and experience are second to none. Our family has benefited from her treatment plans and clear explanations. Everyone on staff at Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health has our family's best interests in mind. We highlly recommend the care we received here, and we are very grateful. "
- A satisfied client
"Meredith (Skotschir) and Dr Hayford are so friendly and work so well with my son. I have always appreciated their true concern and professionalism. Dr Hayford has really made a difference in ** well being. "
- A satisfied client
Lorna Wright, CNP – MSU
"Without CABH my son and I would be lost. We have always been able to get in or speak to someone very quickly. They listen to us and make sure that he is getting the right medicine or dose. We have used their school based therapy which is a complete blessing and I highly recommend if you have a child that is ADHD, impulsive or on the spectrum. "
- A satisfied client
Karina Diaz, M.S. – Pre-Doc
"Erin (Yancy), Ladies at reception desk and Paula (Washington) are all great! Helpful, friendly and makke you feel important"
- A satisfied client
Angie Crace, LPCC – Therapist at Belden
"My daughter absolutely loves Angie. She tells me how easy it is to talk to Angie. "
- A satisfied client
Tiffany Martin, LPCC-s – Assessor and Lake Middle & High School Provider
"So far so good. Impressed with the speed in which we were scheduled. Everyone was helpful and understanding and my kiddo said that so far he likes this office more than the other one we tried. Hopeful for some good outcomes for him"
A Satisfied client
Catherine McGowan, LPCC-s – TH Assessor
“The intake process was smooth and they made sure I had everything I needed for the telehealth appointment "
- A Satisfied client
Includes information on CARE Pathway, MST, MST-PSB, SIBR, Substance Use & Trauma Informed Day Treatment.
School-based consultation services include behavioral screening, student social/emotional development and CARE teams/school collaboration.
The Prevention program offers services to schools, preschools, child care centers and families to build resiliency skills and prevent mental health disorders.
Did you know?
- Last year, C&A's School-based consultation providers saw these results:
- 98% of students were able to identify a trusted adult
- 98% of youth and families increased their knowledge of their behavioral health
- 97% of youth and families were able to identify skills and natural/community supports
- 96% of youth over the age of 10 were screened for suicide at every point of contact.
- C&A's Early Childhood Mental Health Prevention providers saw these results:
- 99% of children experienced an improved social emotional competence
- 92% of children had improved parental participation and understanding of children’s need
Find resources including classroom strategies, counseling support and crisis support as well as suggestions for parents.
Self-care is the practice of taking action to preserve/improve one's health to make sure basic physical and mental health needs are met.
Assess resources for your children's mental health including counseling resources for children, family support and advocacy.
Access psychiatric services for your children's mental health needs includes counseling resources supported by the medical department.
Hotline & Resources
Text/Call: 988
Text: 4HOPE to 741741
Crisis Hotline: 330.452.6000
Domestic Violence: 330.453.7233
Homeless Shelter: 330.452.4363


