Our Mission is to Provide Mental Health Treatment for Children

Austin Child Guidance Center is a nonprofit that provides accessible, high-quality mental health services to children and their families to empower them to thrive in childhood and beyond.

Child Mental Health Services

We provide a variety of mental health services to support children and their families all across Central Texas. They include Individual and Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Psychological Assessments, and Community Workshops. Our clinical services are offered in English and Spanish and provided both in-person and via tele-therapy.

As of August 2025, we have open appointments for Individual & Family Therapy services. We are also accepting new Psychological Assessment Referrals from physicians.

We Offer a Sliding Scale

Here at ACGC, we don’t want the cost of treatment to be a barrier to mental health care or add to the stress of families seeking care. As part of our effort to serve all families, especially those with financial needs, ACGC offers a sliding fee scale. We consider circumstances such as household income and family size and regular/standard living expenses to calculate the percentage of service fees qualified clients will be responsible for paying.

Who We Are and How We Work

Our clinical staff of licensed therapists, social workers, and psychologists are dedicated to providing high quality, evidence-based treatment to your child and family regardless of ability to pay. Our therapists work with each family to help determine your goals and develop a treatment plan. Together, we identify your desired changes, ways to achieve those changes, and set goals.

Individual & Family Therapy

Individual & Family therapy helps family members better understand each other, support one another and work through difficult situations. With your therapist, we will work together to support both you and your child. We also provide group therapy in Austin to provide additional counseling and support for families. Free caregiver workshops are available as a resource as well.

Psychological Assessments

Psychological Assessments help gain a better understanding of your child's mental health. In addition to helping parents and professionals better understand your child, psychological assessments are used to diagnose ADHD, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, depression, anxiety, and other emotional and behavioral difficulties.

Special Programming - Free Therapy Services

We offer special programing and FREE services to help children and families who need our services access the care they need and deserve. Learn more about what is available for those who need it most, including crime victims and families in the Rundberg area of Austin.

For families impacted by the July Fourth floods, we are currently offering one to two FREE therapy sessions. Our trauma-informed, trained therapists are here to help children process trauma, reduce anxiety, and begin to heal. Call 512-451-2242 today and mention "flood impact" to get access to our services.

Infant & Early Childhood Project

The Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Project is a program funded by Travis County and the City of Austin that aims to positively influence the mental health of children in local early childhood education centers. ACGC’s mental health professionals provide classroom assessment and observation, one-on-one teacher consultation and coaching, parent, caregiver, and guardian consultation, workshops and training, and more.

Community Workshops

Led by ACGC staff, we have a variety of workshops for caregivers, teachers, nonprofit organizations, youth-serving agencies, corporate partners, and members of our community who are interested in learning more about mental health. Workshops are offered in English and Spanish.

Our community partners help children thrive.

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Our Impact This Year

Percent of youth have a diagnosed mental, behavioral, or developmental disorder.

20%
Number of therapy sessions provided to 1465 children and individuals in 2024

5,812
Pays for one therapy session

$160
Percent of funding comes from grants and fundraising

96%

November 18, 2024

Austin Child Guidance Center’s Season of Giving

byThuyMi Phung, Marketing & Communications Specialist

This holiday season, Austin Child Guidance Center (ACGC) invites you to join us in making a real difference in the lives of Austin families. ACGC is deeply committed to the mental health and well-being of children and families in our community, providing critical services that nurture emotional and social growth.

While the holidays are often a time for celebration, they can also bring added stress and challenges, especially for families facing mental health struggles. With your help we can bring joy and relief to families who need it most, ensuring they have access to crucial resources and financial support. Join us in raising awareness and support for children’s mental health this holiday season.

Join Our Season of Giving: How You Can Make a Difference

The holiday season can be financially challenging, making it difficult for families to fully enjoy this special time. Community support during this season not only helps fund essential mental health services at ACGC but also provides assistance to families, allowing them to create joyful holiday memories with their children.

Mark your calendar for ACGC’s upcoming holiday community events to give back to our kids and families in Austin and the greater Central Texas area, including our Giving Tuesday Thank-A-Thon and our annual holiday toy drive and celebration, Dolls4Dolls. Your support at these events will directly impact our kids and families.

Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Our Thank-a-Thon

On Giving Tuesday, we’re hosting a Thank-a-Thon telethon event as a way to express our appreciation for the generous supporters who enable ACGC to provide mental health services to Austin families. Scheduled for Tuesday, December 3rd at the Center’s conference room, the Thank-a-Thon will bring together volunteers, staff, and supporters in a unique opportunity to celebrate the power of giving. Drop by at any time between 10 AM to 2 PM for an hour or just ten minutes to help staff make phone calls and share thanks with the ACGC community.

For those interested in volunteering, this event is a wonderful way to get involved and strengthen the sense of community during the holiday season. A script and additional support will be provided by staff.

Giving Tuesday is a world-wide giving event encourages individuals to take a break from the holiday shopping and sales to give back to causes close to your heart. If you are interested in amplifying your impact with ACGC, consider becoming a peer to peer fundraiser! For more information and help to set up your fundraising page, contact us at development@austinchildguidance.org.

Dolls4Dolls: Annual Toy Drive and Holiday Donations for Local Austin Families

Join us for our Dolls4Dolls Toy Drive, ACGC and AllDolledUpATX's annual toy drive and holiday celebration with the Austin community on December 8th, 3-5 PM. Taking place at the Center, Families can enjoy fun, family-friendly celebrations and activiites including taking pictures with Santa, making ornaments, and more! There will also a silent-auction and vendors like Kendra Scott to help you pick out a perfect holiday gift.

We also encourage attendees to bring toys and donations to give back to ACGC kids and families who may be struggling at this time. All proceeds & donations go directly to Austin Child Guidance Center's clients & families. Great gender-neutral ideas that would benefit many of our families:

Winter hats, gloves, scarves, and socks
STEM Toys
Earbuds
Blankets
Gift cards (Amazon, Walmart, HEB, Target, VISA)
Water bottles
Arts and craft supplies
Journal and pens

Help us bring joy to children by contributing toys or making a donation, ensuring that every child has a memorable holiday season.

How to Give Back During the Holidays: Donate, Attend, and Volunteer

Whether it’s attending one of our events, making an online donation, or volunteering your time, there are many ways to support ACGC’s mission this holiday season. By getting involved, you are not only helping to provide mental health services to families in need but also joining a community dedicated to positive change.

Support ACGC This Holiday Season: Make a Difference for Families and Children

ACGC’s commitment to children’s mental health remains at the heart of everything we do. The holiday season is a reminder of the importance of giving back to families and children who may be struggling. With your support, we can continue providing mental health services to Austin families in need.

Let’s come together to spread the spirit of giving, joy, and community this winter.

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