My son goes here and he absolutely LOVES all the teachers! They are awesome and supportive. Both teachers and administration have tons of experience working with troubled kids. I would describe them as great and helpful definitely
About Community Child Guidance Clinic
Community Child Guidance Clinic is a long established child and family behavioral health organization based in Manchester, Connecticut serving children and adolescents ages 3 to 18.
The clinic offers therapy psychiatric services and home based care, an intensive outpatient program and a therapeutic day school for concerns including anxiety and depression, trauma and mood disorders, attachment issues and behavioral challenges.
CCGC’s mission centers on wrapping comprehensive, family focused support around children with emotional and behavioral health needs.
Child Focused Mental Health Care
CCGC specializes in mental health treatment designed specifically for children, with care pathways ranging from weekly outpatient therapy to higher acuity options.
The North Star intensive outpatient program serves children ages 5 to 12, while IICAPS delivers in home psychiatric support for youth up to 18.
Clinicians use evidence based approaches including trauma focused CBT, MATCH-ADTC and attachment, regulation and competency.
Sessions may include individual therapy, family work and skills groups, psychiatric assessment and school coordination, with parent stories describing meaningful improvements at home and in the classroom.
Family Centered Care
Family involvement is built into every level of care through family therapy, parenting guidance and caregiver support groups.
The clinic also offers distinctive programming like Grow Ahead, which connects mental health care with gardening, experiential learning and nutrition in trauma informed spaces.
Getting Started
CCGC provides in person care at its Manchester locations, telehealth outpatient therapy and in home services across 48 towns in the surrounding region. The clinic accepts self pay, private insurance and Medicaid.
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Natalie Scott
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I don’t say this lightly — Community Child Guidance Clinic is doing real work in our community.
As a company, we get to see a lot behind the scenes in the facilities we service, and you can genuinely feel the care and professionalism in this organization. Their team is structured, respectful, and mission-driven. It’s not just a job for them — they truly care about the families and children they serve.
From our side at Burgos Cleaning, the partnership has been smooth, communicative, and built on mutual respect. They value quality, they value consistency, and they value people — and that matters.
We’re proud to support an organization that’s making a real impact locally.
— Daniel Burgos
Burgos Cleaning Services
The work we do is only possible because of strong community partners like you, who understand the importance of creating safe, welcoming environments for children and families. Your professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail do not go unnoticed.
We are grateful for the mutual respect and collaboration we share, and we’re proud to work alongside a local business that is just as committed to quality and community impact.
Thank you for being part of the CCGC community!
Response from the owner1 month ago
Daniel, thank you for your incredibly thoughtful words and for the care your team brings to our space each day. We truly value our partnership with Burgos Cleaning Services.The work we do is only possible because of strong community partners like you, who understand the importance of creating safe, welcoming environments for children and families. Your professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail do not go unnoticed.
We are grateful for the mutual respect and collaboration we share, and we’re proud to work alongside a local business that is just as committed to quality and community impact.
Thank you for being part of the CCGC community!
Great experience here with Jamie and Dr. G. Compassionate care for sensitive autistic child. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner1 month ago
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation, Amanda! We’re glad to hear that you and your child felt supported during your time here. Feedback like this means a great deal to our team, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Our experience with this establishment was nothing short of exceptional. For over 14 years we used the services offered through various programs, counselors, and dr's who were always kind, compassionate, caring and readily available should the need arise.
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Other Forms of Payment
Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Financial aid can take many forms. Centers may have grants or scholarships available to clients who meet eligibility requirements. Programs that receive SAMHSA grants may have financial aid available for those who need treatment as well. Grants and scholarships can help you pai for treatment without having to repay.
Sliding scale payments are based on a client's income and family size. The goal is to make treatment affordable to everyone. By taking these factors into account, addiction recovery care providers help ensure that your treatment does not become a financial burden to you or your family, eliminating one barrier to care.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Treatments
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.
Programs
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Recovery is most successful when clients feel accepted and validated by their peers and treatment providers. Facilities that offer LGBTQ-inclusive programming are committed to creating a safe space where everyone can grow and recover without fear of judgment or discrimination. They will have dedicated policies in place to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters free expression.
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Life skills trainings involve all the skills a person must have in order to function successfully in the world. These include time management, career guidance, money management, and effective communication. Truly successful addiction recovery is based on the ability to not only live substance-free, but to thrive. Life skills teaches the practical necessities of functioning in society, which sets clients up for success in life, and therefore sobriety.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a clinical approach to helping people with substance abuse issues and other conditions shift behavior in positive ways. It is more goal-oriented than traditional psychotherapy, as MI counselors directly attempt to get clients to consider making behavioral change (rather than wait for them to come to conclusions themselves). Its primary purpose is to resolve ambivalence and help clients become able to make healthy choices freely.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
Staff
Jamie Bellenoit, LMFT, Ph.D.
CEO
Carlos A. González, MD
Medical Director
Anisa Cole, LCSW
Director of Clinical Operations
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317 North Main street
Manchester, CT 06042
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