California Youth Services
Also known as CYS.
California Youth Services is an organization in Laguna Hills, CA offering education, healthcare, mental health, and youth services. Provides education, prevention, intervention, and mental health therapy support for teens and families throughout Orange County.
- Location
- Laguna Hills, CA
- Services
- Education, Healthcare, Mental health, Youth services
- Website
- https://www.calyouthservices.org/
- EIN
- 201051272
Services
Individual & Family Therapy
Personalized therapy for children, teens, adults, couples and families facing emotional, behavioral, relationship or life challenges.
Eligibility: Adult therapy does not require a child enrolled in a CYS program.
Application: Complete the enrollment form or contact CYS, then start with an intake.
Fees: $85 standard session; $125 licensed therapist session. Insurance not accepted. Financial assistance may be available.
Languages: English, Spanish
Counseling Intake
One-hour intake session to assess fit for services; non-licensed therapist $85, licensed therapist $125.
Fees: $85 non-licensed therapist; $125 licensed therapist.
Telehealth Online Counseling
Online counseling with the same therapists as in-person, in 50-minute appointments, in English and Spanish.
Application: Enroll online or call to schedule a free telephone intake.
Fees: $85 per session standard, $125 with licensed therapist; CYS says it never turns a client away for inability to pay.
Languages: English, Spanish
Group Therapy
Therapist-led groups for teens and young adults focused on connection, practical skills and shared experiences.
Parent & Adult Coaching
Individual and group coaching giving parents and caregivers practical tools.
JADE Class
Two evening sessions, a monitored drug test, and a private therapist meeting.
Eligibility: Appropriate for ages 12 to 17.
Application: Purchase online or contact CYS; administration will contact you to schedule.
Fees: $500; $50 rescheduling fee for last-minute changes; grant-funded free JADE available for some eligible participants in 2026–2027.
Schedule: Held after school and work hours; specific dates not published; advance enrollment required.
Individual Drug Testing
In-person monitored tests, take-home 17 panel kits, and nicotine tests.
Eligibility: No referral required.
Fees: In-person monitored test $55; take-home kit $55; nicotine test $10; three kits get one free $165.
Alternative to Suspension
Three-day program for students referred after a substance-related incident.
Eligibility: School or district referral required.
Application: After referral, a parent or guardian calls CYS to enroll.
Legal Awareness Support
Therapy-based support helping youth understand choices and accountability.
Eligibility: No arrest or citation needed.
In the C.L.E.A.R.
Continued connection, education and support after completing CYS services; open to others too.
Random Student Drug Testing
Schools partner with CYS, parents enroll students, CYS manages random selection and testing; individual results confidential.
Locations
- Laguna Hills — Main Office, 23282 Mill Creek Drive, Suite 130, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653
- Tustin Office, 17461 Irvine Blvd., Suite D, Tustin, CA, 92780
Questions
What does California Youth Services offer?
California Youth Services offers Individual & Family Therapy, Counseling Intake, Telehealth Online Counseling, Group Therapy, Parent & Adult Coaching, JADE Class, Individual Drug Testing, Alternative to Suspension, Legal Awareness Support, In the C.L.E.A.R., and Random Student Drug Testing.
Where is California Youth Services?
California Youth Services is at 23282 Mill Creek Drive, Suite 130, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653 and 17461 Irvine Blvd., Suite D, Tustin, CA, 92780.
How do I contact California Youth Services?
To reach California Youth Services, visit https://www.calyouthservices.org/.
Who is eligible for Individual & Family Therapy?
Eligibility for Individual & Family Therapy: Adult therapy does not require a child enrolled in a CYS program.
Does Individual & Family Therapy cost anything?
Fees for Individual & Family Therapy: $85 standard session; $125 licensed therapist session. Insurance not accepted. Financial assistance may be available.
How do I apply for Individual & Family Therapy?
Application for Individual & Family Therapy: Complete the enrollment form or contact CYS, then start with an intake.
Does Counseling Intake cost anything?
Fees for Counseling Intake: $85 non-licensed therapist; $125 licensed therapist.
Does Telehealth Online Counseling cost anything?
Fees for Telehealth Online Counseling: $85 per session standard, $125 with licensed therapist; CYS says it never turns a client away for inability to pay.
How do I apply for Telehealth Online Counseling?
Application for Telehealth Online Counseling: Enroll online or call to schedule a free telephone intake.
Who is eligible for JADE Class?
Eligibility for JADE Class: Appropriate for ages 12 to 17.
When is JADE Class available?
Schedule for JADE Class: Held after school and work hours; specific dates not published; advance enrollment required.
Does JADE Class cost anything?
Fees for JADE Class: $500; $50 rescheduling fee for last-minute changes; grant-funded free JADE available for some eligible participants in 2026–2027.
How do I apply for JADE Class?
Application for JADE Class: Purchase online or contact CYS; administration will contact you to schedule.
Who is eligible for Individual Drug Testing?
Eligibility for Individual Drug Testing: No referral required.
Does Individual Drug Testing cost anything?
Fees for Individual Drug Testing: In-person monitored test $55; take-home kit $55; nicotine test $10; three kits get one free $165.
Who is eligible for Alternative to Suspension?
Eligibility for Alternative to Suspension: School or district referral required.
How do I apply for Alternative to Suspension?
Application for Alternative to Suspension: After referral, a parent or guardian calls CYS to enroll.
Who is eligible for Legal Awareness Support?
Eligibility for Legal Awareness Support: No arrest or citation needed.
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