Attachment Biobehavioral Catch-up
ABC includes 10 in-home, videotaped, one-hour sessions to help residential caregivers understand a child's cues and practice appropriate responses. After the sessions, families will receive a video montage.
The treatment can be completed in multiple placements to help with transitions.
Age Range: six months to four years
Children may be eligible if:
- Their family is involved with DCFS at any level.
- They have experienced early adversity including abuse, neglect, domestic violence, drug exposure, and more.
Families may not be eligible if:
- The caregiver spends less than half the week with the child.
- English is their second language.
The Process for Applying
This service is specifically for children and families that are actively involved with Cuyahoga County’s Division of Children and Family Services. If you think you may need these services for your family, please let your caseworker or child protection specialist know.Programs
Child and Family Focused (Family Preservation)
A short-term crisis intervention program to help stabilize families involved with Cuyahoga County DCFS.
Multisystemic Therapy (MST)
With Multisystemic Therapy an expert will support and advocate for your family.
Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
This evidence-based treatment helps improve the relationship between children and caregivers in Cuyahoga County.
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Therapy for Cuyahoga County children with post-traumatic stress disorder or other problems related to traumatic life experiences.
Parent-Child Interactive Therapy
A supportive therapy service for children and families involved with the Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services.
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Services (IECMH)
Infant and early childhood mental health services available to Cuyahoga County children.