Business Details
48 Years
experience
Empowering Families Through Parent Education and Mental Health Support
Since 1978, Child Parent Institute has been a trusted leader in parent education and children's mental health services across Sonoma County. Our organization provides a comprehensive continuum of care including child therapy, family resource assistance, parent education programs, supervised visitation, and specialized education for adolescents through our New Directions school. We combine decades of experience with evidence-based practices to address childhood behavior challenges, life transitions, and trauma.Our team of licensed professionals demonstrates deep expertise in family dynamics and child development, maintaining authoritativeness through continuous community engagement and policy advocacy. We uphold the highest standards of trustworthiness by maintaining strict confidentiality protocols, transparent operations, and a client-centered approach that respects all families as our primary stakeholders.
Services
Parent Education
Child Therapy
School-Based Services
Supervised Visitation
Family Resource Assistance
Adolescent Mental Health
Non-Public School Programs
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience serving Sonoma County families
- Our services combine clinical expertise with practical parenting support
- We offer culturally responsive programs in both English and Spanish
- Our team includes licensed therapists and certified parent educators
- We maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards in all services
Associations and certifications
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
Services
Parent Education
Our parent education programs equip caregivers with evidence-based strategies for raising healthy children. We offer both online and in-person classes covering positive discipline, child development, and effective communication techniques. Programs are available in English and Spanish to accommodate diverse family needs.
Child Therapy
Licensed therapists provide individual and family therapy addressing behavioral challenges, trauma, anxiety, and other mental health concerns in children and adolescents. Our approach combines clinical expertise with practical support for lasting family wellness.
School-Based Services
We deliver mental health and academic support through school partnerships, including our New Directions non-public school. Services include counseling, special education programs, and juvenile diversion initiatives to help students succeed academically and socially.
Supervised Visitation
Our supervised visitation program provides safe, structured environments for family interactions when court oversight is required. Trained professionals ensure child safety while supporting healthy family connections during transitional periods.
Family Resource Assistance
We connect families with essential resources including food assistance, housing support, and healthcare access through our Family Resource Centers. Our case managers help navigate social services systems to address basic needs and promote family stability.
People
Alicia Garoupa
Presenter
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25+ years experience in child welfare and education. Former LAUSD administrator now serving as LACOE Chief of Wellbeing and Support Services. Expert in mandated reporting reform and equity-centered practices.
Questions
What services does Child Parent Institute offer?
We provide parent education classes, child and family therapy, school-based mental health services, supervised visitation, family resource assistance, and specialized education programs through our New Directions school for adolescents.
Are your services available in languages other than English?
Yes, we offer many programs in both English and Spanish, including parenting classes and counseling services.
Do you serve families throughout Sonoma County?
Our primary service area is Sonoma County, with offices in Santa Rosa and Rohnert Park, plus school-based programs at multiple locations.
What mental health support do you provide for children?
Our licensed therapists offer individual and family psychotherapy addressing childhood behavior challenges, trauma, anxiety, and other mental health concerns using evidence-based approaches.
How can parents access your educational programs?
Parents can register for free online classes or in-person workshops through our website, with options including positive parenting techniques, anger management, and co-parenting strategies.
