“I’m more motivated to do things. I take more of an interest in life. Casa Pacifica gave me the tools to help me face challenges, and I will always be thankful.”
Meet Jonah
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Headquartered in Camarillo, California, Casa Pacifica is the largest non-profit provider of children’s and adolescent mental health services in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. It’s nationally accredited programs and services include residential treatment, therapeutic behavioral services, wraparound services, mobile crisis response, transitional youth services, school-based mental health services and foster care services along with a fully certified, diploma-granting Non-Public School for grades K-12. Casa Pacifica specializes in treating children and youth who struggle with complex mental health challenges including anxiety, depression and emotional dysregulation. Nearly 52,500 children have been admitted to one of its programs since its founding in 1994.
To learn more or to get involved, email info@casapacifica.org or call 805-366-4040.
To learn more or to get involved, email info@casapacifica.org or call 805-366-4040.
SAFTY Program Shines on KEYT News
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We are thrilled to share that Casa Pacifica was recently featured on KEYT, highlighting the incredible impact of the Women’s Fund of Santa Barbara’s generous grant. This funding has allowed our SAFTY (Safe Alternatives for Treating Youth) program to expand in Santa Barbara County, enabling us to better support youth under 20 who are facing […]
Therapeutic Behavioral Services for ADHD: Brandon’s Story
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Brandon’s journey highlights the transformative power of Therapeutic Behavioral Services for ADHD, helping children manage challenges and build lasting skills. When Brandon first joined Casa Pacifica’s Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS) program, he faced significant challenges. The polite and artistic ten-year-old struggled with ADHD, making it difficult to regulate his emotions while navigating a complex living […]
Wishes Granted!
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The Acorn highlights our Dove Wishes program and its incredible impact on kids and families this holiday season. Read the full story here: https://www.mpacorn.com
How Dove Wishes Program Brings Joy to Youth at Casa Pacifica
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The Dove Wishes program at Casa Pacifica allows youth to express their unique holiday wishes, ensuring they feel valued and supported during the holiday season. At Casa Pacifica, the holidays are more than just a season—they are a time to bring hope, joy, and a sense of belonging to the children and young people in […]
Casa Pacifica Launches Annual Holiday Giving Drive
Posted onCherished Community Tradition Brings Holiday Joy to At-Risk Youth and Families Across Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties Camarillo, Calif., November 14, 2024 – The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration. Unfortunately, for many children and families, it can also be a time of emotional and financial stress. To provide vulnerable youth and […]
Wraparound Services for At-Risk Youth: Jonah’s Journey
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“Casa Pacifica’s Wraparound services for at-risk youth helped save this client’s life.” — Santa Barbara County Probation Officer At just 15, Jonah faced struggles that few adults could bear. Raised in an underserved neighborhood with gang influences woven into his family’s fabric, he found himself on a dangerous path of substance abuse. Despite his mother’s […]
Dr. Steve Elson: Guardian Angel Award and Campus Dedication
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In recognition of his extraordinary and visionary leadership, Casa Pacifica was thrilled to present our most prestigious honor, the Guardian Angel Award, to our first and former CEO, Dr. Steve Elson. This award is bestowed upon community leaders and supporters for their outstanding and dedicated service to Casa Pacifica. Our Camarillo campus was also formally […]
Healing From Trauma Through Intensive Services Foster Care
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Healing from trauma through Intensive Services Foster Care can be a long and difficult journey, but with the right support, children like Megan can find stability and hope for the future. At just 15 years old, Megan has already faced more challenges than many endure in a lifetime. Removed from her biological parents at age […]
Emotional Ribbon Cutting held For Casa Pacifica’s New Supportive Housing
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Integrated housing and therapeutic services will support former foster youth on their journey to independence More than 200 government and community leaders, advocates, donors and volunteers packed Casa Pacifica’s gym on Friday, September 13, to celebrate the agency’s 30th anniversary and to mark the culmination of an innovative collaboration nearly three years in the making: […]