Children's Cove Adds Resources for Children's Mental Health

"We've definitely started to recognize that those wait lists continue to be long, and we need to provide some specialized and immediate support to children that we see, and...we made that decision to bring on a mental health clinician into our organization"

Jacob Stapledon

Education Program manager

Children's Cove

Addressing Growing Needs

Jacob Stapleton, the community Engagement and education coordinator at Children's Cove, emphasizes the organization's strategic focus on expanding its support services. Beyond its investigative role, Children's Cove plays a vital role in providing comprehensive community support, collaborating with various organizations to ensure accessible assistance for families in distress. Despite facing space constraints, Children's Cove remains committed to meeting the escalating demand for its services. With an eye on future expansion, the organization continues to evolve to ensure it can effectively support the community's most vulnerable members.

The Role of Mental Health Clinicians

Stapleton highlights the pressing need for accessible children's behavioral health services, citing lengthy waitlists and limited clinician availability. With a focus on trauma-informed modalities, Children's Cove has taken a significant stride in enhancing its services with the appointment of Dena Anderson as its latest mental health clinician.