Connections by Maryvale
Connecting youth and families to mental health and substance use support.
Connections by Maryvale provides outpatient mental health and substance use services for adolescents and their families across Los Angeles County. Through flexible, community-based care, Connections supports youth facing emotional, behavioral, and substance use challenges while strengthening family relationships and long-term stability.
Program Overview
Connections by Maryvale offers coordinated, outpatient services designed to meet adolescents where they are. Services are delivered in clinical settings, schools, homes, and through telehealth, allowing families to access care in ways that fit their daily lives. Care is individualized, goal-oriented, and responsive to the needs of both youth and caregivers, with a focus on consistency, accountability, and progress over time.
Who Connections Serves
Connections by Maryvale supports:
- Adolescents ages 12–17 experiencing mental health or substance use challenges
- Youth with co-occurring emotional, behavioral, or substance-related concerns
- Families seeking coordinated support to strengthen communication, stability, and outcomes
Levels of Care Offered
Connections by Maryvale provides multiple levels of care to meet each family where they are:
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Outpatient Therapy and Groups
- Prevention and Early Intervention Services for Teens and Transitional Age Youth
- School-Based Substance Use Services and Mental Health Education
- Enhanced Care Management Services
Clients are assessed and placed at the appropriate level of care, with the ability to transition between services as needs evolve.
Accessibility and Coverage
Connections by Maryvale is committed to reducing barriers to care.
- Medi-Cal accepted
- Most insurances accepted
- Bilingual services in English and Spanish
- Services offered in person and virtually
Why Choose Connections by Maryvale
- Care that adapts as youth and families progress
- Strong collaboration with schools and community partners
- Focus on relationship-building and long-term success
- Seamless connection to Maryvale’s broader family support services
“The opposite of addiction is not sobriety, the opposite of addiction is connection.“
Bruce Perry
“I am deeply grateful for the support and care provided by Connections by Maryvale. Their approach to addressing adolescent substance abuse and mental health issues is both compassionate and effective. The staff’s dedication and personalized attention have made a significant difference in our lives, offering hope and guidance during challenging times. Their program not only helped in recovery but also in building stronger family connections and resilience.“
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