Children’s Behavioral Health
MCFI Children’s Behavioral Health, a part of MCFI’s Behavioral Health program, aims to assist children (ages birth to 12) and families struggling with mental health concerns, behavioral challenges, traumatic experiences, and parenting.
Watch the video below to learn more about the program.
About the program
MCFI’s Behavioral Health Services expanded its services to treat children who are experiencing mental health issues in 2022.
According to a March 2022 study published in JAMA Pediatrics, the number of children ages 3-17 diagnosed with anxiety grew by 29 percent and those with depression by 27 percent. The study suggests that the stress, anxiety and grief associated with the pandemic has played a significant role in the need to expand mental health care for children.
MCFI’s Behavioral Health Services is one of the largest mental health care providers in southeastern Wisconsin, providing evidence-based peer support services with a trauma-informed approach.
U.S. youth (ages 6-17) experience a mental health disorder each year
Wisconsin residents ages 12-17 have depression
consider attempting suicide — up nearly 60% from a decade ago
experienced sexual violence in 2021 — up 20% since 2017
of HS students attempted suicide one or more times in 2021
Meet our child therapists
DENNYSE SYNDER, MSW, LCSW
Child Therapist – MCFI Behavioral Health
JESSICA DONATO, MSW, APSW
Child Therapist – MCFI Behavioral Health
Who We Serve
Children ages up to 12.
Therapy session explained
What We Offer
Therapy and counseling for children experiencing a mental health challenge, crisis or trauma. download flyer Sliding Fee ScheduleContact Info & Location
Office Hours
Monday through Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Phone: 414-476-9675
Fax: 414-755-1834
Send email Office Location 2020 W. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53233