Early Childhood Services
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Early Childhood Services
The extraordinary learning that takes place in early childhood shapes a child’s success in school, relationships, and life.
Beech Brook’s Early Childhood Services support children from birth through age 8 who may be experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges. By identifying concerns early—when children are most adaptable—we can help build the skills they need to manage emotions, focus, problem-solve, and form healthy relationships.
Through consultation, assessment, therapeutic services, and partnerships with families, child care providers, and schools, we offer a range of supports designed to meet children where they are and help them grow.
Why Early Support Matters
Early childhood is a critical time for brain development. Experiences during these years shape how children learn, respond to stress, and connect with others.
When challenges are addressed early, children are more likely to:
- Develop strong emotional regulation skills
- Build healthy relationships with caregivers and peers
- Succeed in school environments
- Gain confidence and resilience
Early support doesn’t just help today—it changes the path forward.
Our Early Childhood Programs
Supporting educators and preventing preschool expulsion
If a child is struggling in a child care setting, early support can make all the difference. Beech Brook’s Child Care Consultants partner with centers, home-based providers, and after-school programs to help children succeed.
Through observation, planning, and hands-on support, we help:
- Identify challenges in the classroom environment
- Develop individualized strategies for each child
- Support teachers and staff in meeting children’s needs
- Strengthen communication between families and providers
Consultation is free for child care programs in Cuyahoga County.
👤 Contact: Anna Pawlikowski | Director, Early Childhood and Outpatient Programs
📞 Call: 216.831.2255 ext. 3149
📧 Email: earlychildhood@beechbrook.org
Helping caregivers feel confident and supported at home
Sometimes parents may need just a little extra help managing the needs of their young children. Beech Brook provides home-based consultations with parents or caregivers of children from infancy through the child's sixth birthday to strengthen parents’ skills and confidence, promote healthy social and emotional development in their young children, and help families access the resources available in their communities.
Our Early Childhood specialists work directly with families to:
- Observe and better understand a child’s behavior
- Build practical skills for managing challenges
- Strengthen communication and relationships
- Support healthy social and emotional development
👤 Contact: Anna Pawlikowski | Director, Early Childhood and Outpatient Programs
📞 Call: 216.831.2255 ext. 3149
📧 Email: earlychildhood@beechbrook.org
This collaborative, family-centered approach helps caregivers build the confidence and skills needed to give their child a strong start.
Referral required. Parents/caregivers must reside in Cuyahoga County.
Therapeutic support when children need more help
When an issue with a young child arises, the earlier it can be addressed, the better. Beech Brook provides diagnostic assessments and trauma-informed therapy for children through age 8 (or through second grade) in their homes and/or school settings. Early intervention to address emotional and behavioral concerns helps children stay on track developmentally and build the interpersonal skills they need to succeed at school and in their future relationships.
*Children ages 6-7 must have Medicaid.
Services include:
- Diagnostic assessments
- Individualized treatment plans
- Trauma-focused, strength-based therapy
- Child- and family-centered interventions
- Developmentally appropriate skill-building
👤 Contact: Anna Pawlikowski | Director, Early Childhood and Outpatient Programs
📞 Call: 216.831.2255 ext. 3149
📧 Email: earlychildhood@beechbrook.org
Services may be provided in the home and/or school setting to meet children where they are.
Referral required. Child must reside in Cuyahoga County.
💙90% of brain development happens before age 5—making early childhood one of the most important times to support emotional and social growth.
💙Young children can be expelled from preschool due to behavioral challenges—but with the right support, many of these situations can be prevented.
Your support is helping children & families thrive!
It takes many partners who share our vision of a future where every child and family thrives to keep our mission alive.
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