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Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Services (IECMH)
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IECMH treatment is provided locally though behavioral health agencies and provides intensive treatment for children with social-emotional or behavioral concerns. Providers use age-appropriate interventions to help children develop more appropriate social emotional skills with the support of their caregiver.

All services rely on active participation of the child's parent or caregiver. Families are not required to have an open case with DCFS.

Age Range: Birth through age 5.

How to Apply

Follow the steps below to apply for the service:

  1. Call (216) 801-2778
  2. Providers or parents can submit an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Referral Form
  3. Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Enrollment Form (For Provider Use Only)
  4. Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Residency Verification Form (For Provider Use Only)

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