OUR PROGRAMS

CHILD PROTECTION TEAM

Getting the Full Story. Protecting Every Child.

When child abuse is suspected, our Child Protection Team steps in to uncover the truth with care, expertise, and precision. This team brings together professionals from medicine, mental health, and child advocacy to provide a clear picture of what happened—and how to help.

Led by a board-certified pediatrician, our team includes forensic interviewers and licensed therapists who work closely with law enforcement, child welfare, and the State Attorney’s Office. Together, we provide vital support during investigations and help create safer futures for children.

Our Child Protection Team offers:

  • Comprehensive medical exams and evaluations

  • Specialized forensic interviews

  • Child and family assessments

  • Psychological testing

  • Expert court testimony

  • Multidisciplinary case reviews

  • Clinics and coordinated care planning

  • Training for ER staff and healthcare professionals on recognizing abuse

We’re here to protect children, support families, and make sure no child’s story goes unheard.

Availability

24/7 Emergency & On Call
Clinics by Appointment

Location

5405 Park Central Court
Naples, FL 34109

239.263.8383

CHILD, FAMILY, & COURT ADVOCACY

Your Guide. Your Support. Your Voice.

From the moment you walk through our doors, a Child Advocate is here to help. They’ll welcome you, explain why you’re at the CAC, and walk you through every step of the process. Most importantly, they make sure your child—and your family—never feel alone.

Child Advocates are trusted guides and fierce supporters. They give children a voice, connect families with resources, and help reduce the trauma that can come with abuse investigations and legal proceedings.

Our Child Advocates:

  • Explain the process and services available

  • Coordinate care across agencies and providers

  • Connect families to local support and resources

  • Assist with victim compensation applications

  • Support children through the entire court process

  • Provide trauma screenings

  • Gather family feedback to improve services

  • Offer training to raise awareness in the community

Whether you're navigating a crisis or looking for answers, our advocates are here—every step of the way.

Availability

Monday – Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Location

5405 Park Central Court
Naples, FL 34109

239.263.8383

THERAPY SERVICES

Healing Starts Here

When abuse is confirmed, healing becomes our top priority. Our Therapy Program offers compassionate, specialized care for child survivors, their non-offending caregivers, and siblings—because abuse affects the whole family.

Through individual, group, and family counseling, we help children process their trauma, empower caregivers to support their healing, and work to prevent future abuse. Every service is tailored to each child’s unique needs, with a focus on safety, resilience, and restoring hope.

Our Therapy Program includes:

  • Prompt intake and assessments

  • Customized treatment plans

  • Individual and group therapy for children, siblings, and caregivers

  • Crisis intervention and support

  • Personal safety education

  • Peer support opportunities

  • Referrals to trusted community resources

  • Evidence-based therapeutic approaches

  • Partnership with Early Childhood Court for specialized care

We believe early, expert therapy can prevent long-term harm and help families rebuild. Healing is possible—and we’re here to guide the way.

Availability

By Appointment

Location

5262 Golden Gate Parkway
Naples, FL 34116

239.263.8383

PARENTING & EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Building Stronger Families, One Lesson at a Time

We believe that most parents want the best for their children—and we’re here to help them get there. Our Parenting Education Program offers a supportive, non-judgmental space for caregivers to learn, grow, and build healthier relationships with their children.

Whether attending voluntarily or through a court order, parents can join group classes, online sessions, or receive in-home support. Each session is hands-on, experience-based, and rooted in the goal of preventing abuse by strengthening parenting skills.

Our Parenting Program helps parents:

  • Understand child development and set healthy expectations

  • Build empathy for themselves and their children

  • Learn positive, age-appropriate discipline strategies

  • Establish healthy parent-child boundaries and roles

  • Support their child’s independence in age-appropriate ways

When we empower parents with knowledge and compassion, we strengthen families—and create safer, more nurturing homes for children.

Availability

By Appointment

Location

5405 Park Central Court
Naples, FL 34109

239.263.8383