Get Started with a Teen Mental Health Consultation

Whether you're ready to book or just have questions, our team is here to help.

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A smiling teen speaks with a therapist during a consultation at Guide Behavioral Health in Menlo Park

Let’s Get Started

Fill out the form below and our team will be in touch — usually within the hour — to walk you through the next steps.

Prefer to speak with someone directly? Call us at 650-507-3888.

You’re not in this alone. Let us be your Guide.

Your First Step Toward Healing

At Guide Behavioral Health, we know that reaching out can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve made our process simple, human, and judgment-free. Whether your teen is struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, or other mental health challenges, this is where the journey toward relief begins.

Once you submit the form or give us a call, we’ll reach out within hours to schedule a time to talk. From there, our intake team will learn more about your situation and match your family with the best-fit therapist or program — including our Intensive Outpatient Program or Partial Hospitalization Program, if appropriate.

Specialized Treatment for Teens and Families

Our licensed team treats a wide range of behavioral and emotional health concerns in adolescents and young adults. This includes but is not limited to:

We take a holistic, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual — combining proven methods like CBT, mindfulness, and skills-based therapies in a supportive, teen-focused environment.

Serving Menlo Park and Beyond

Guide Behavioral Health is located in Menlo Park, CA, with easy access for families in Palo Alto, San Mateo County, Redwood City, Mountain View, and neighboring communities. We’re proud to offer personalized care close to home — without uprooting your teen’s daily life.

Our programs allow teens to stay in their own bed at night, continue with school and friends, and still receive the support they need to heal.

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We Work With All Major PPO Insurance Plans

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We typically reach out within a few hours during business days. You won’t be left waiting — our team prioritizes quick, personal follow-ups so we can support your family right away.

  • Yes — this is our official Get Started Form. Once submitted, our intake team will contact you to schedule a consultation and learn more about what’s going on with your teen.

  • Absolutely. In fact, conditions like anxiety and depression are some of the most common concerns we treat. We also support teens struggling with trauma, ADHD, or substance use.

  • We offer both IOP (after-school therapy three to five days a week) and PHP (daytime, school-hour treatment). We’ll recommend what makes the most sense for your teen.

  • Our clinic is in Menlo Park, convenient to Palo Alto, Redwood City, San Mateo, and surrounding areas. Visit our location page to learn more.

  • That’s okay. Filling out the form isn’t a commitment — it just opens the door to a conversation. We’ll answer your questions, learn more about your teen, and help you explore whether our programs are the right fit.