SPOKANE, Wash. -- Approximately 20 million children in the United States may face mental health disorders, yet only about 20% receive adequate support, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In response to this pressing issue, the newly established Emerge Center for Pediatric Family Development opened its doors to the community.
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The center hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday to celebrate its launch and invite local residents to explore the services offered. These services include trauma treatment, behavioral therapy, and family counseling.
Dr. Elise Hutchison, founder of the center, emphasized the importance of this resource. "Our mission here at Emerge is to build something special that is a huge community resource where we see a community gap," she stated.
The Emerge Center for Pediatric Family Development operates from Tuesday to Sunday, between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., and is currently accepting appointments.