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Community Guidance Center
CGC
Organizational Information
Vision, Mission and/or Purpose of Organization
The Purpose of the Community Guidance Center is to provide comprehensive, trauma-informed Mental Health and Behavioral Wellness services, including Therapy, Counseling, and Psychiatry, plus programming in Case Management, Early Intervention, and Intellectual/Developmental Disability, all in support of individuals and families living with acute or chronic mental health concerns in our communities.
History of Organization
Due to the efforts of County officials and many other individuals of Indiana County, the Community Guidance Center officially opened its doors in 1959 to provide mental health services (therapy, counseling, and psychiatric care) for "children and adults impacted by emotional problems that interfere with daily living." Over the years, CGC has expanded its programs and services to include case management, partial hospitalization, family-based therapy, early intervention, and support coordination for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Accreditations and Licenses
Sanctuary® Model Certified (2019) Sanctuary Model Re-certification (2023)
Legal Structure
Non-profit corporation
Funding Sources
Insurance reimbursement, County funding, Self-Pay, Fee for service, Grant Funding, Private donations
Contact Information
Key Leader(s)
Contact Person(s)
Contact Number(s)
888.686.1991 - Toll-free
Web Addresses
Primary Address
Additional Addresses
Service Information
Service Area
Indiana, Cambria, Clarion, Clearfield, Jefferson, and Westmoreland Counties. Select areas of Armstrong County
Service Description
Psychiatric Services: Comprehensive psychiatric services, include diagnostic evaluations, psychotherapy, medication management, and group therapy. Psych services are performed by board-certified psychiatrists, certified registered nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other specially trained mental health workers.
Outpatient Therapy: Outpatient care involves mental health services that do not require a prolonged stay in a facility. Trauma-informed psychotherapy provided in our outpatient programs helps consumers cope with stressors, manage their mental health, and recover. These services can include counseling, individual and group therapy, and psychiatry.
School-Based Outpatient Therapy: The School-Based Outpatient Therapy program provides traditional outpatient therapeutic services for children and adolescents in their school environment. CGC offers the service year-long, whereby therapy treatment continues in the outpatient setting when school is not in session.
Family-Based Therapy: Our Family Based Program helps children and adolescents with emotional or behavioral problems receive comprehensive in-home services. Family-Based includes family therapy in which all family members are encouraged to participate in achieving desired changes. Additionally, CGC offers Family Support Services if requested. This value-add service assists the family in identifying/accessing services and activities that could help promote positive changes. We provide crisis services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to our consumers.
Adult Partial Hospitalization Program: The Adult Partial Hospitalization Program is an in-person group therapy program for those discharged from the hospital or requiring more intensive treatment. Additionally, there is a collaboration with family and others involved in treatment. Adult Partial offers two levels of care, Sub-Acute, and Acute. Sub-Acute Partial Hospitalization meets 3 days a week, 6 hours a day, and provides group therapy focused on many topics. Designed for an individual with the highest hospitalization risk, Acute Partial meets 5 days a week, 6 hours a day. The program pays special attention to Personal Medication Management, Education, Illness Management, and Recovery. Also incorporated into the program are psychiatric services.
Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program: ALPHA is an on-site program designed to provide extra therapeutic support for students struggling with mental health while enrolling in our academic curriculum. Mental health programming includes both psychotherapy and psychiatric services. The program is open to students with a mental health diagnosis in grades K-12. ALPHA is a year-round mental health program. The home-based school district provides curriculum and can generally arrange transportation for the student throughout the academic year, while public transportation or family ride sharing is coordinated during the summer months.
Case Management and Resource Coordination: The Case Management program is designed to assist adults or children (and their families) diagnosed with a severe mental illness or emotional disturbance. The primary objective is to help the consumer access resources and services that will allow them to achieve individually identified goals. Case Management is an outreach program to provide the necessary support to enable the consumer in a variety of areas, such as independence of living (housing, utilities, food, transportation), natural supports (social activities), educational and vocational pursuits (GED, job training), and community tenure (PCP, therapist, psychiatrist, respite).
Developmental Disabilities Unit: The Developmental Disabilities unit offers a wide range of services to individuals with intellectual disabilities as well as to their families and caregivers. Professionally trained Supports Coordinators assist individuals and families in obtaining services that are needed to meet basic needs and enhance independence. To be eligible for services from the Developmental Disabilities Unit an individual must have: Documented diagnosis of intellectual disability (IQ <70); autism; developmental disability (age 8 and younger); or a medically complex condition (age 0-21) and impairments in adaptive functioning based on the results of a standardized assessment of adaptive functioning. There must be documentation showing that these conditions were met prior to the individual’s 22nd birthday. Individuals with a diagnosis of autism, developmental disability, or medically complex condition must be recommended for ICF/ ORC level of care through a medical evaluation.
Early Intervention Unit: The Early Intervention Program provides services to children aged birth to three years who have or are at risk for developmental delays. The program is a family-focused/family-centered delivery system. Based upon the child's strengths, concerns, priorities, and resources identified by the family, services are customized and rendered accordingly. The Early Intervention Service Coordinators will: Help parents identify their goals for their children and themselves; establish and maintain links among resources, services, and supports; document and track delivery of services evaluate how these services meet the family goals, and advocate on behalf of the child and their family. This service accompanies a commitment to growth and change to encourage hope in the future.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation: Psychiatric Rehabilitation is a voluntary, non-clinical adult program designed to promote recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities. The program offers on-site group sessions in the domains of living, learning, social, vocation, and education. Additionally, Psych Rehab works closely with consumers in the following areas: skills building, community resources, daily living activities, job preparation /communication, nutrition, healthy living, and socialization.
Drug and Alcohol Use Disorder Programming: This D&A program is provided by CGC in Cambria, Clearfield, and Jefferson Counties. The program utilizes evidence-based therapeutic approaches in outpatient and intensive outpatient settings and can include individual, group, and family-inclusion therapy scenarios. Additional components include aftercare planning and recovery support services.
Base Service Unit (BSU): The Base Service Unit is an Indiana County program providing psychosocial evaluations and service management coordination within the Indiana County provider network. The Intake Department serves as the point of entry for mental health and developmental disability services and provides a comprehensive plan for needed services for each consumer entering the Center. Individuals seeking services may be seen in the Base Service Unit on either a walk-in basis, during available hours, or may call to schedule an appointment for an intake.
Keywords
Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Wellness, Intake, Base Service Unit, Therapy, Outpatient, School-Based, Counseling, Psychiatrist, Psychiatry, Partial Hospitalization, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Family-Based, Case Management
Available Hours
8:00 am - 8:00 pm / Monday through Thursday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm / Friday (Main Office)
Fees/Cost for Services
Most major medical insurance plans accepted, as well as medical assistance, Medicare, and self-pay. Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify.
Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility varies depending on center location and program or service. Consumer liability will be verified by CGC.
Required Documentation
Valid photo ID Valid current insurance card Payment for copay or other financial responsibility (cash, check, credit/debit card) List of all medications with dosages and prescribers' information (if applicable)
How to Access Services or Schedule Appointments
Complete the Appointment Request form on our website: https://thecgc.com/contact-8 Call 888-686-1991, ask for Intake Call the local office directly
Miscellaneous Information
Handicap Accessibility
Yes
Speaker Available
Yes
Volunteer Use
Yes