Austin Child Guidance Center (ACGC) offers special programing and services to help children and families who need our services access the care they need and deserve.
Free Support for Families Impacted by Central Texas Floods
FREE 1-2 trauma-informed therapy sessions are available to children and families impacted by the Central Texas floods. Our trained therapists are here to help children process trauma, reduce anxiety, and begin to heal.
Our in-person and teletherapy services are conducted in English and Spanish. If your family has been affected and you need support, call us at 512-451-2242 and mention “flood impact” to learn more about our free services.
No matter how much time has passed since the flooding, our services are here for you when you need them.
Group for Adolescent Latinas (GALs) - Fall 2025
Register for GALs, two FREE, seven week support groups in the Fall 2025 for adolescent Latinas (ages 11-18) to connect with peers, build community, and have fun! While this space is designed with Latinas in mind, all youth who identify with this group are welcome.
Youth will take part in:
1) Experiential & movement based-activities
2) Peer connection & group discussions
3) Culturally-affirming practices
4) Tools for emotional regulation
5) Pride in their cultural identity.
Parents/caregivers will also be provided with the following:
1) Strategies to support your teen
2) Information on services through Austin Child Guidance Center
3) Community referrals and resources.
Two groups, held from 5:15 - 6:30 PM, are being offered on Wednesdays, September 10th - October 22nd, and on Thursdays, September 11th - October 23rd.
Register today or get more information by calling us at 512-451-2242 or emailing groups@austinchildguidance.org
Free Therapy Services for Survivors of Crime
ACGC is committed to supporting children and families affected by crime, offering free individual and family therapy for children who have experienced crime-related trauma. Our goal is to support your family’s healing journey with compassion and care.
Who We Help
Free therapy is available for survivors of many types of crimes, including, but not limited to:
- Abandonment or Neglect
- Arson
- Bullying
- Domestic violence
- Exploitation
- Hate or Bias crime or trauma
- Home invasion
- Homicide survivor
- Kidnapping
- Physical or Sexual assault
- Robbery
- Stalking
- Survivor of suicide loss
- Terroristic threat
- Trafficking
- Trauma related to Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) incidents
If your situation is not listed, please call us at 512-451-2242 to discuss how we can assist you.
Please note that free services do not include psychological assessments or other services.
Additional Support Services
In addition to therapy, we can help you identify and prioritize your needs through a needs assessment. Once the needs assessment is complete, staff will help connect you with local resources to support your family. This might include help with:
- Food and housing
- Financial assistance
- Education
- Medical care
- Employment
- Transportation
- Technology
- Legal assistance
Get Enrolled Today
Call us at 512-451-2242 to start the enrollment process. Eligibility requirements and supporting documents apply. If you have questions about our free services and who can get them, you can call us at 512-451-2242 or email us at info@austinchildguidance.org
Resources for Crime Survivors
Need more help? Here are some resources recommended by ACGC staff:
- Texas Department of Criminal Justice Victim Services
- Texas Crime Victims' Compensation Program: The Texas Crime Victims’ Compensation Program provides financial support to innocent crime victims for their out-of-pocket losses resulting from the crime.
- Victim Services | AustinTexas.gov: Victim Assistance Programs are available to help connect you with the necessary resources and support services.
Funding for these services is generously provided by the Texas Offices of the Governor and the Attorney General, as well as Travis County. Availability of free services depends on grant funding.
Free Therapy for Rundberg Community Families
ACGC offers free therapy to children and their families who live, work, or attend school in the Rundberg area of Austin, Texas. Services are available in person at our offices or online. Eligibility requirements and supporting documents apply.
Contact ACGC at 512-451-2242 or email info@austinchildguidance.org to learn more and check if your family qualifies for this program.
Funding for these services is generously provided by the City of Austin.
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